Friday, November 23, 2012
Share your best recipes for Thanksgiving dinner, the day after.
Dinner’s done and the only thing more stuffed than the bird is you. Now the question becomes: What to do with all those leftovers? While many say simple reheating is all that’s necessary to have a “day after” feast, others have elaborate recipes for turning Thanksgiving leftovers into gourmet delights. From savory turkey soups to sinfully delicious pot pies and mile-high sandwiches, everyone has their own ideas on what to do with what’s leftover. The Food Network even has an entire recipe collection dedicated to the topic. We’d prefer to hear from you, Clearwater! What are your favorite Thanksgiving leftover recipes? Share them in the comments section or upload them as an announcement.
Thursday, November 22, 2012
Gobble gobble! Happy Thanksgiving! Here are some fun facts about Thanksgiving courtesy of the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Thursday, November 22, 2012
In the fall of 1621, the Pilgrims, early settlers of Plymouth Colony, held a three-day feast to celebrate a bountiful harvest, an event many regard as the nation’s first Thanksgiving. Historians have also recorded ceremonies of thanks among other groups of European settlers in North America, including British colonists in Virginia in 1619. The legacy of thanks and the feast have survived the centuries, as the event became a national holiday in 1863 when President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed the last Thursday of November as a national day of thanksgiving. Later, President Franklin Roosevelt clarified that Thanksgiving should always be celebrated on the fourth Thursday of the month to encourage earlier holiday shopping, never on the …
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
Thousands of runners and walkers are expected to descend upon Clearwater streets for the annual Thanksgiving run.
Thousands of runners and walkers are expected to descend upon Clearwater streets for the annual Times Turkey Trot Thanksgiving run Thursday morning. Residents and visitors traveling in the areas around Drew Street, Belleair Road and Hercules and Highland Avenues may experience traffic delays from 6 a.m. until noon. Please be prepared for traffic congestion and street closureswithin the race boundaries. Full street closures will happen south of Gulf to Bay Boulevard and include significant portions of Keene Road, Druid Road and Hercules Avenue. To view the race route visit: http://www.tampabay.com/turkeytrot/info.shtml. Road closures:
If you need a new recipe for your Thanksgiving turkey, give one of these non-traditional twists a try.
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Wednesday, November 21, 2012
There are many ways to cook everyone’s favorite holiday bird. Each family has its own special technique for cooking a turkey, whether it's using an old family recipe, adding a secret ingredient or shopping at a certain store in town that helps make the turkey taste all the better. If you're hosting Thanksgiving this year, you can try any of the recipes below to add a new kick to your feast. If you're attending someone else’s dinner, hopefully their turkey will taste as good as one of these! Just the name of this recipe makes my mouth water. An Allrecipes.com user contributes this Greek take on turkey, which combines ground beef and pork with tangerine juice, rice and other ingredients for an in-bird stuffing. This one requires no pre-made …
A turkey can't just sit alone on the table. Here are some recipes for Thanksgiving's most popular side dishes.
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Wednesday, November 21, 2012
What would a turkey be on Thanksgiving without its faithful side companions? Often more popular than the turkey itself, stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce and other favorites are staples of the food coma-inducing meal. Try one of the recipes below to bring a new taste to your Thanksgiving feast. Roasted Winter Squash Gauge the amount of squash you’ll need by allowing 1 small squash (acorn and butternut are good choices) for every four people. Cut each squash in half lengthwise and remove seeds. Brush sides and inner cavity with olive oil and place flesh-side down on a lightly-oiled baking sheet. Roast for approximately 45 minutes or until flesh is very soft and easy pulls away from the skin. After removing squash from oven, let …
Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday rule the shopping roost after Thanksgiving.
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Wednesday, November 21, 2012
If you have a black belt in Black Friday shopping, listen up: area big-box retailers are gearing up to dazzle bargain hunters even earlier this year—starting on Thanksgiving Day! Last week, Walmart announced that it would open its doors at 8 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 22 and offer holiday doorbusters while supplies last. These include deals on TVs, iPads, an electric scooter for $79 and a steam mop for $39. Not to be outdone, Target and Best Buy are also planning all-out holiday shopping assaults. Target's deals begin at 9 p.m. According to an ad leaked online, the best deals will be for TVs, a Nook, a Nikon camera and an XBOX 360 Kinect bundle. At Best Buy, doors open at midnight. Doorbusters include deals on TVs, phones and Samsung laptop …
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
These DIY Thanksgiving crafts will lend festive fun to your holiday decor.
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Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Before the turkey is in the oven, the dining room table is set and your family is on their way, making Thanksgiving and fall crafts is a fun way to pass the time. Thanksgiving crafts will keep little hands busy and provide family-friendly fall decor to your home. Try any of these crafts to add fun to your Thanksgiving table. LOCALIZE: Include local craft shops, art schools or libraries offering Thanksgiving/Fall craft program. OREO TURKEY WHAT YOU NEED: WHAT YOU DO: 1. Take a small amount of frosting (I used chocolate frosting) and place it on one of the Oreos, where the tail feathers will go. 2. Put five candy corn tail feathers on top of the frosting - the frosting will help them stick to the Oreo. 3. Take one miniature Reese's Peanut …
Monday, November 19, 2012
Check out these creative crafts that are good for all ages.
Whether you're a superfan of the holidays or a kid who needs a creative outlet, Clearwater Patch has rounded up some fun ideas that promise to bring a boost of fall vibes. Add some holiday cheer to your home decor with one of the many craft options below. Ehow offers a number of crafting experiences, but we picked two of our favorites: Sheknows Parenting offered some tips for parents during this crafty time of year. Here are two of our favorites:
Check out this holiday rundown of sweet treats, ranging from cookies to pies to gluten free and vegan options.
Whether you're into pumpkin or allergic to gluten, here is a holiday rundown of recipes compiled by Patch should have something for every kind of dessert lover. Share your favorite holiday dessert recipes with your neighbors. Tell us how you celebrate with sweets in the comments sections below. Related coverage:
Sunday, November 18, 2012
Stretching the budget to put on a turkey feast can be costly, but it doesn’t have to break the bank.
Thanksgiving is right around the corner and that means it’s time to stock up on turkey, yams, cranberries and all things festive. Stretching the budget to fit in that pumpkin pie with extra whipped cream is the hard part for many. With food prices through the roof and many household budgets already flexed to the breaking point, it can be difficult to work in the extra expenses. There are some steps families can take now to help stretch their dollars and make certain there’s no reason to skimp on the spread. Let Patch save you time. Get great local stories like this delivered right to your inbox or smartphone everyday with our free newsletter. Simple, fast sign-up here. Here are a few tips for making that budget go the distance for …
