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What’s Your Favorite Thanksgiving Dish? 🍁

As we head toward the Thanksgiving holiday, I’m excited to bring a little fun and connection to our community here in Anne Arundel and Prince George’s Counties — from Annapolis and Crofton to Gambrills, Severna Park, and Bowie. Instead of talking square footage and market updates today, let’s focus on something we all look forward to: Thanksgiving dinner!

Why Talk About Thanksgiving Dishes?

Thanksgiving is so much more than turkey and mashed potatoes. It’s about gathering, slowing down, and enjoying the comfort of home — something especially meaningful to me as someone who helps families find their perfect place.

The dishes we crave this time of year often tell a story:

• A recipe passed down from a grandparent

• A dish the entire family expects every year

• A dessert that brings back the sweetest memories

• Or something unique your family makes that makes Thanksgiving feel like yours

A Few Favorite Dishes That Bring Us Together

Here are a few classics (and some happily debated items!) that tend to show up on Maryland Thanksgiving tables:

• Turkey — the traditional centerpiece

• Stuffing or dressing — warm, savoury, and nostalgic

• Mashed potatoes & gravy — creamy perfection

• Sweet potato casserole — with or without marshmallows

• Green bean casserole or roasted veggies

• Cranberry sauce — whether jellied, homemade, or creatively elevated

• Pumpkin or pecan pie — the grand finale

Food, Home & Heart

What we love about Thanksgiving dishes mirrors what we love about home: comfort, warmth, tradition, and the feeling of belonging. Whether you’re preparing a meal in a brand-new kitchen or gathering around the same dining room table you’ve had for years, these moments are what make a house a home.

A Note of Gratitude

As Thanksgiving approaches, I want to take a moment to share how grateful I am for this community. Whether you’re thinking about a move, exploring neighbourhoods, or simply following along for local updates and home inspiration — thank you for being here.

Wishing you a warm, memory-filled Thanksgiving season!