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Wednesday, November 4th, 2009
Let’s take a quick look at what kinds of things really were on the menu for the First Thanksgiving feast. Well, for starters, the Pilgrims probably ate a lot of breads, fish and meats, but the meats most likely included deer, swans, ducks, cranes, and eagles. An interesting variety to be sure, but the lowly wild turkey would likely have been overlooked if fresh venison had been an offering on the table. Fish was a staple of the early settlers’ diet and given the ease of catching them there would have been an abundant supply on the menu.
Sweet potato and pumpkin pies, cranberry sauce, corn on the cob, popcorn, and savory gravies were also not a part of that First Thanksgiving meal. The original Indian corn was used for cornmeal and trying to steam and eat this corn would probably have given you a broken tooth, or some severe indigestion.
Cranberries do grow in the far northern regions of the US but you will not find juicy ripe berries available during late November. Succulent sweet potatoes had not even made the journey to American soil at this time so you can count them out. Pumpkins were a possibility, but you would not have found the kinds of pies and casseroles that now grace our Thanksgiving tables. Instead, there was most likely a pudding stew that had a bit of honey added for a sweetener.
The main thing to remember is that the meal was a way of giving thanks for what was available at the time. There was some good food to eat, and they were able to share what they had with family and friends. This is what Thanksgiving is all about, isn’t it?
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Friday, October 30th, 2009
Turkey Day is how many people refer to the Thanksgiving holiday. That is hardly surprising when you consider that turkeys are the featured guest at the majority of dinner tables across the country. Even a number of people in the vegetarian crowd will concoct a tofu “turkey” as the main course on their Thanksgiving Day menu. Of course, all this being said, the only turkeys that are thankful on this big day are the ones that are not sitting front and center on the dining room tables.
In fact, there are many people who would rather eat almost anything other than a turkey drumstick. Truth is fish were most likely the real star at that first Thanksgiving feast so many years ago. Sure, there might have been a turkey or two, but they would certainly not even have been close to those plump, succulent birds that are now being bought in grocery stores. It is a safe bet that Americans would be eating far fewer turkeys today if all of that prep work had to be done by the family cook as it was back during the 1600s.
Did you know that lobster and fresh crabmeat was so abundant that even the Pilgrims considered them to be an everyday food? That just goes to show how times and thinking change over the years. There are millions of people today who would gladly swap a dozen Tom Turkeys for just a few delicious lobsters, or some freshly steamed crab legs, if it were not for the fact that these ocean delicacies are so expensive.
The pilgrims could have at least brought some unique holiday gift baskets to the celebration.
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Wednesday, October 28th, 2009
Though many people do become more depressed in the winter than any other time of the year, the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving and Christmas have a certain stir about them. Winter is a beautiful time of year, which is why it is also so magical. The white snow looks a little like sugar or glitter sparkling against the ground, reflecting the moon and blue-blackness of the night. Snow blanketing the streets, buildings, and houses makes everything look clean and white. The first snow of the season definitely makes everything “look a lot like Christmas, everywhere you go.” Winter is the perfect season for Christmas, as it is serene, peaceful, and pure.
With this change in seasons from fall to winter, you probably also start thinking about the ones you love a lot more. It is a time to be with friends, families, and loved ones. It is also a time of sharing, giving, and laughter. Sure, there are presents to be had, but the best part of it is shopping for those you will give. There’s nothing quite like the bustle of the winter shopping crowds, with the stores decorated for the season in glittering garland and sparkling lights. Everywhere you look, there’s a smile on someone’s face. If you don’t have the time or physcially can’t go store shopping, need a holiday gift basket idea? online gift baskets are a sure way to find what you need.
The fairytale feeling of family ties in winter and the holiday season is incomparable to anything you’ve ever experienced. However, once you all get together, the warmness may wear off after a while – everyone needs their own space and the holidays can infringe upon that in some cases. But, lest we forget, the winter holidays are for family and they give us just the right dose.
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Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
Fruit and nuts how can you go wrong? A holiday favorite ! Unique Holiday Gift baskets and Specialty Gift Baskets.
You can order nut assortments, like the Sweet Harvest Deluxe Nuts Tray, which contains 6oz. Each of Pistachios, golden almonds and cashews, plus four ounces of cocoa dusted almonds, all in a convenient wooden gift box, all for under $35. You can also get combination baskets, with a select variety of fruits and nuts.
Sweet Harvest Fruit and Nuts basket contains a great basic assortment of over a pound and a half of dried fruit and nuts. You have Colossal Pistachios, giant almonds as well as a selection of pears, peaches, plums, and apricots, all dehydrated at the peak of freshness, packed, and shipped to you. This package weighs just 3lbs, and sells for under $35 as well.
There are many other healthy fruit and nut baskets available. Because many of these are so fresh, there are some restrictions on shipping. Usually their policies on shipping fresh fruit is that is to arrive within the same week it was ordered, to that it retains freshness to you. You will have to check with them for other restrictions, like what states the Department of Agriculture regulates the most, like California, and Arizona, to name a few. Don’t be discouraged, dried fruits and nuts can be shipped instead.
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Monday, October 12th, 2009
If someone has really helped you out recently then it is important in this time of thanksgiving that you give your thanks to them. A wonderful way to show how much you have appreciated their efforts is by giving them the Grateful Harvest medium basket. This is actually a ceramic bowl that has been hand painted into a seasonal pumpkin. Within this pumpkin they will find a mixture of some of the most delicious snacks of the season. Within the pumpkin the recipient can enjoy a savory tomato basil cheese box, onion and garlic pretzel twists, and authentic Alaskan smoked salmon.
If you have loved ones that are far away for Thanksgiving you may want to let them know that they are close in your heart. The Thanksgiving Gourmet large basket is a perfect way to add to the harvest that they are offering on their Thanksgiving table. This gorgeous basket is a beautiful honey color, and it is filled with tasty delights that can add a little sparkle to anyone’s table. Inside the basket you will find aromatic coffees, crisp bubbly apple spider, lush authentic Wisconsin cheddar cheese, and tasty chocolates. Every bit of this basket can be used to enhance a Thanksgiving celebration, and the recipient of the basket is sure to be touched by your gift even if you have to be far away.
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Saturday, October 3rd, 2009
Thanksgiving is a cherished holiday in the United States. It is a time of year that we celebrate not only the true beginning of our nation, but we take it as an opportunity to give thanks for everything that we have been blessed with throughout the year. It is the perfect time of year for you to thank those who are near and dear to you, and a Thanksgiving basket is a wonderful way to show how much you appreciate them.
A gift like the Autumn’s Bountiful Harvest basket will let its recipient know just how much they are appreciated. This basket is filled with delicious treats that encompass some of the cherished Thanksgiving flavors. Within the basket you will find delicious treats that will help to make anyone feel special. The recipient can indulge in luscious walnut fudge and unique cinnamon caramel corn. Additionally, there are fall themed cookies like the “Fall Festival Shortbread Cookies” or the chocolate chip biscotti, or other unique holiday gift baskets.
To celebrate the delightful season and your delightful friend you may want to give the gift of the Fall Splendor basket. This basket brings with it a refined quality, and it is packed full of the fall flavors that are celebrated during the Thanksgiving season. What better way to give that special someone a treat than to gift them with a basket filled with delicious hot cocoas and tasty éclair filled cookies. The basket is also adorned with seasonal candies like candy corn, pumpkin mix, and a hearty fall trail mix and makes a great corporate holiday gift basket.
Fall Splendor
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