12 Surprising Thanksgiving Traditions to Know about, Learn and Try
11/21/24 • 25 min
Surprising Ways to Give More Thanks and Create a Better Thanksgiving Together.
Join co-hosts Nancy May and Sylvia Lovely in this next episode of Family Tree, Food & Stories, which focuses on Thanksgiving secrets, traditions, history, and more.
Ever wonder why presidents pardon turkeys? Or why cranberry sauce sparks family feuds? This Family Tree Food & Stories episode reveals the quirky history and hidden stories behind America's favorite feast day.
You'll learn the details behind:
- The real story behind presidential turkey pardons
- Why that cranberry sauce debate matters more than you think
- Ancient traditions that shaped modern celebrations
- Game-changing hosting tips from disaster-seasoned pros
From kitchen catastrophes turned family legends to clever conversation pivots that save dinner, we're sharing battle-tested strategies for holiday success. Learn how to transform traditional recipes, handle unexpected guests, and turn awkward moments into memorable stories.
Plus, discover:
- Ways to give back and give thanks.
- How to shed a few pounds before you dig into that meal
- Surprising side dish recipe additions
- Thanksgiving table talk to ingredient-challenged guests
Skip the usual holiday stress. Join us for laughs, surprising historical tidbits, and practical ideas to revolutionize your Thanksgiving playbook.
Share your story with us:
Do you have a story to share on the Family Tree, Food & Stories show? Send us your story to review, and you can win a chance to have your family story on the show! Here's the link to share your story with us now.
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About Your Hosts: Nancy May and Sylvia Lovely are the powerhouse team behind Family Tree, Food & Stories, an Omnimedia company that celebrates the rich traditions and connections that everyone has around food, friends, and family meals together. Nancy, an award-winning business leader, author, podcaster, and Sylvia, a visionary author, lawyer, and former CEO, combine their expertise to bring captivating stories rooted in history, heritage, and food. Together, they weave stories that blend history, tradition, and the love of food, where generations connect and share intriguing mealtime stories and kitchen foibles.
Tune in and discover the secrets and superstitions hidden in your kitchen cabinets—you might just find a new story to share with friends, family, or even a business colleague during your next meal.
#thanksgiving #butterballhotline #turkey #turkeyrecipe #foodie #familyTime #tradition #storytelling #familyfoodstories #cranberrycauce #turkeydisasters #familytreefoodstories #familytreefoodandstories #gratitude #grace
Surprising Ways to Give More Thanks and Create a Better Thanksgiving Together.
Join co-hosts Nancy May and Sylvia Lovely in this next episode of Family Tree, Food & Stories, which focuses on Thanksgiving secrets, traditions, history, and more.
Ever wonder why presidents pardon turkeys? Or why cranberry sauce sparks family feuds? This Family Tree Food & Stories episode reveals the quirky history and hidden stories behind America's favorite feast day.
You'll learn the details behind:
- The real story behind presidential turkey pardons
- Why that cranberry sauce debate matters more than you think
- Ancient traditions that shaped modern celebrations
- Game-changing hosting tips from disaster-seasoned pros
From kitchen catastrophes turned family legends to clever conversation pivots that save dinner, we're sharing battle-tested strategies for holiday success. Learn how to transform traditional recipes, handle unexpected guests, and turn awkward moments into memorable stories.
Plus, discover:
- Ways to give back and give thanks.
- How to shed a few pounds before you dig into that meal
- Surprising side dish recipe additions
- Thanksgiving table talk to ingredient-challenged guests
Skip the usual holiday stress. Join us for laughs, surprising historical tidbits, and practical ideas to revolutionize your Thanksgiving playbook.
Share your story with us:
Do you have a story to share on the Family Tree, Food & Stories show? Send us your story to review, and you can win a chance to have your family story on the show! Here's the link to share your story with us now.
Additional Links
- Book: My Family Tree, Food & Stories Journal Awarded #1 New Release on Amazon
- Instagram 📸
- FaceBook 👍
About Your Hosts: Nancy May and Sylvia Lovely are the powerhouse team behind Family Tree, Food & Stories, an Omnimedia company that celebrates the rich traditions and connections that everyone has around food, friends, and family meals together. Nancy, an award-winning business leader, author, podcaster, and Sylvia, a visionary author, lawyer, and former CEO, combine their expertise to bring captivating stories rooted in history, heritage, and food. Together, they weave stories that blend history, tradition, and the love of food, where generations connect and share intriguing mealtime stories and kitchen foibles.
Tune in and discover the secrets and superstitions hidden in your kitchen cabinets—you might just find a new story to share with friends, family, or even a business colleague during your next meal.
#thanksgiving #butterballhotline #turkey #turkeyrecipe #foodie #familyTime #tradition #storytelling #familyfoodstories #cranberrycauce #turkeydisasters #familytreefoodstories #familytreefoodandstories #gratitude #grace
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Love for Popcorn: A Heartfelt Tribute to a Beloved Chef
The people who make a restaurant a family. A Chef, a Friend, and a Legacy of Kindness.
This episode is a bit of a departure from our regular show for an excellent reason. Sylvia, Co-Host of Family Tree, Food & Stories, and her husband, Bernie Lovely, the owners of Restaurant Azure and Patio in Lexington, Kentucky, recently woke to a phone call telling them of the sudden and unexpected passing of their Sous Chef, Austin Poplewell "Popcorn."
Known for his gentle spirit and culinary creativity, Popcorn’s presence turned their restaurant into a second family, filling it with warmth and laughter. Always sharing, Popcorn often brought family recipes to the kitchen, including that of his grandmother’s butterscotch pie.
This is more than a tribute; it’s a reminder of how we build a family through food, laughter, shared stories, and, in this case, a celebration of resilience, passion, and love.
Additional Links
About Your Hosts: Nancy May and Sylvia Lovely are the powerhouse team behind Family Tree, Food & Stories, an Omnimedia company that celebrates the rich traditions and connections that everyone has around food, friends, and family meals together. Nancy, an award-winning business leader, author, podcaster, and Sylvia, a visionary author, lawyer, and former CEO, combine their expertise to bring captivating stories rooted in history, heritage, and food. Together, they weave stories that blend history, tradition, and the love of food, where generations connect and share intriguing mealtime stories and kitchen foibles.
Tune in and discover the secrets and superstitions hidden in your kitchen cabinets—you might find a new story to share with friends, family, or even a business colleague during your next meal.
#tribute #popcorn #souschef #restaurant #family #food #celebrationoflife #kentuckyfamilies
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The Radio Waitress and the Almost Academy Award
What happens when a fake waitress, a wannabe on-air actress, tries to save the day? 🤦♂️
In this episode, you'll want to join Sylvia Lovely, co-host of Family Tree Food and Stories, for a show filled with unexpected twists and turns. When Sylvia's boyfriend Bernie, a radio host 📻 in Moorhead, Kentucky, finds himself without a guest for his show, Sylvia steps up with a daring plan intertwined with a bit of creative freedom. 💡 What happens next is a rollercoaster of emotions and on-air surprises. This heartwarming and humorous story showcases how quick thinking can turn a potential disaster into a memorable experience. Tune in to hear how Sylvia’s impromptu performance, featuring a delightful food-related twist, created a story for the ages - especially if you've ever been a waitress 🍔 - blending romance, humor, and the charm of small-town life. 👩❤️👨
Key Lessons Learned:💡
- The importance of creativity and quick thinking in unexpected situations.
- How a shared challenge can strengthen relationships and create lasting memories.
- The significance of humor and adaptability in overcoming obstacles.
Family Tree Food & Stories 🎙️🍲❤️ is a heartwarming podcast that dives into the profound connections we have with food, family, and those treasured memories. Each episode shares the personal stories of recipes, traditions, and stories created just last week or passed down through generations. You'll laugh 😂, cry 😢, and crave more delicious moments 😋 as your hosts, Nancy May and Sylvia Lovely, celebrate the power of food and moments that shape our identities and strengthen our bonds with family and friends. Join us every week for uplifting tales that will leave you hungry for more of what happens next. Pull up a chair and enjoy the journey! 🍽️👨👩👧👦✨
Family Tree Food Stories - 12 Surprising Thanksgiving Traditions to Know about, Learn and Try
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Welcome to another episode of Family Tree Food and Stories. Why don't you pull up a chair to our table as we get going with this Thanksgiving feast tradition. It's all about what happens with turkey.
Sylvia LovelyAnd more! Hey, Nancy, I gotta ask you a question.
Nancy MayGo ahead.
Sylvia Lovelywe've been talking a
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