British Thanksgiving

New data from Tesco reveals that at least 13 million UK adults will celebrate Thanksgiving in the UK on the 24th of November this year.

Traditionally a US holiday, we’ve been increasingly adopting the celebrations of our cousins across the pond. With the 4th of July and Halloween becoming more prevalent, Thanksgiving is proving no different.

According to Statista, there were approximately 166 thousand American nationals residing in the United Kingdom as of 2021. With the demand increasing, there are plenty of Thanksgiving events and meals already taking bookings; it’s safe to say that if you’re an American in London or simply want to experience the US holiday, you’ve got the opportunity.

Here at Parson’s Nose, we celebrate Thanksgiving every year; with our established Thanksgiving collection, we help bring the taste of home across the water into your home.

Some of our must-have thanksgiving plates you must serve this year.

• Turkey

The centrepiece of a proper thanksgiving meal, the turkey, is a must-have. We’ve written our easy-to-follow, recipe to help you make a moist turkey with the help of our professionals here. Order your turkey online now to avoid disappointment.

• Creamy Mash

With heaps of butter stirred in for good measure, a fluffy, creamy mash is another must-have alongside your Thanksgiving dinner. While we’re used to the roast potatoe, the mash is the typical choice in the US for this holiday.

• Stuffing

Premade or homemade, stuffing is not only a favourite for the Sunday roast, it’s a herby, hearty thanksgiving side. Stuff your turkey with the mixture and cook or serve alongside your meal prepared separately.

• Green Bean Casserole

Recognised as an American classic composed mainly of green beans, cream of mushroom soup, and French-fried onions. It is then baked in the oven and served.

• Gravy and Cranberry Sauce

The ultimate sauces its common to have one, the other or both with your traditional Thanksgiving meal. Not to be missed, you can either make your own or buy premade cranberry sauce and gravy in advance.

• Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows

Outlandish to us here in the UK, but this is a common favourite side dish to thanksgiving dinners across the US.

Peeled, mashed, and spread into a dish, the sweet potatoe is the topped with marshmallows and baked in the oven, sweet and delicious, it surprisingly pairs well.

• Pumpkin or Pecan Pie

You must follow a full meal with a delicious dessert. Pumpkin and pecan pies are typical favorites, bringing in the slightly warm sweetly spiced flavours of these traditional tarts, they’re best served with whipped crème or crème fresh to finish your perfect thanksgiving dinner.

While you’re at it, why not browse through our Thanksgiving section? We have all the components needed to create the best dinner. You can see what we have to offer here.

Browse our variety of delicious Thanksgiving treats, including our turkeys, cranberry sauce, stuffing and fresh veg boxes. You can also take inspiration from our thanksgiving leftover recipes and make your cooking go further.

Reminder: It is strongly recommended that you do not delay in placing your order to guarantee it will be delivered to you on time. Order your Christmas meat now.