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The word Thanksgiving immediately calls to mind images of pumpkins and pilgrims and all things fall; however, the most prevalent image is food. Thanksgiving is about the feast and food the centerpiece of the celebration. Families large and small, individuals, groups of friends all have one thing in common. The schedule of the day revolves around what time the turkey will be prepared to perfection and ready to serve hot and fresh. Most people have waited 364 days for this holiday of indulgence to roll back around to eat guilt free and enjoy special foods often prepared just once a year.
meats (including turkey and ham) and sides including traditional green beans, sweet corn, mashed potatoes. He said they “package them for easy reheat and service on Thanksgiving Day. We include heating instructions, and anything needed for service.” He added a plug for their “wonderful cakes and cobblers made fresh for them.”
Cherokee Ranch Land and Cattle Co. was still finalizing plans at press time. Rodney Brittain, Managing Partner, was still making plans as to whether the restaurant would be open on Thanksgiving Day or not. Brittain said they would be offering “full meals to go” and the opportunity for “a great family celebration” by reservation only. He encouraged people to contact them on the restaurants main line at (580) 297-5480 to orThere is something ironic about Thanksgiving and its abundance of der full meals to go in advance or for information regarding reservations. comfort food kicking off the holiday season. A season known as the most wonderful time of the year sometimes lends itself to creating added stress and anxiety. Therefore, indulging in favorite foods and giving yourself a break could actually be considered self-care, a crucial factor in combatting those conditions. People choose to indulge and celebrate the holiday many ways. Planning Ahead Is Key Whether it is going out to eat or picking up a full meal to go ahead of time is probably one of the most relaxing ways to enjoy Thanksgiving. However, in Enid this year if you plan to take the family out to eat for a big feast, it is important to plan. When gathering information from local restaurants and delis with a little over a month to go until Thanksgiving Day, most restaurants stated they would close for the holiday allowing workers to spend time with their own families. Gary Perry of Swadley’s Bar-B-Q reported the while the restaurant would close on Thanksgiving Day, they will take pre-orders for smoked 8 | NOVEMBER 2021 | ENID MONTHLY
Planning Ahead
