Definition
The meal centerpiece of Thanksgiving—**menu planning, recipes, timelines, hosting logistics, and décor/tablescapes**. Includes traditional and modern menus, make-ahead strategies, leftover plans, and dietary adaptations (gluten-free, plant-based, dairy-free).
Local Context
APPLY when the article's primary purpose is **planning or executing the Thanksgiving meal**, whether cooking at home or mixing home + store-bought. For **restaurants offering dine-in on the day**, prefer :RestaurantsOpenOnThanksgiving; for **pre-order meals**, prefer :ThanksgivingToGo (and you may also include :ThanksgivingDinner if the piece is a comparative meal guide). Co-tags: • :Recipes, :Desserts, :Catering, :TableDecor/:Decorating, :Entertaining, :BudgetFriendly/:LuxuryExperience, :DietaryNeeds (your diet subclasses).
Examples
- Leftovers playbook: sandwiches, soups, and next-day brunch ideas.
- Stress-less Thanksgiving: a 3-day prep timeline and 10 crowd-proof recipes.
- Vegan Thanksgiving menu with make-ahead gravy and stuffing.