• Although Thanksgiving in November is traditionally an American holiday, Mogau Seshoene, aka The Lazy Makoti, demonstrated the value of giving thanks and showing appreciation for those around us – regardless of where we live.

    Thanksgiving is all about sharing good food with friends and family, and reflecting on all that we’re thankful for. The Lazy Makoti did just that in a beautiful and heartfelt celebration in gratitude to her friends and family.

     

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    With delicious food and gorgeous decorations, this South African Thanksgiving celebration is one to remember.

     

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    Host your own Thanksgiving celebration

    We don’t often need an excuse to host get-togethers with our loved ones, but this week is the perfect time to host your own Thanksgiving celebration.

    Pumpkin pie, turkey, mashed potatoes, and more are the foods of choice for a Thanksgiving celebration. We’re sharing a few of our own Thanksgiving-esque recipes to enjoy this week with your loved ones.

    Five ways with mashed potatoes

    Five ways with mashed potatoes

    Roast turkey with herb and garlic butter

    Roast turkey with herb and garlic butter

    Warm green bean salad with toasted sesame seeds

    Warm green bean salad with toasted sesame seeds

    Pumpkin and dark chocolate pie

    Pumpkin and dark chocolate pie

    This year Thanksgiving in the USA is celebrated on the 24th of November, so get your party planning apron on and get cooking! Think fun and festive table settings, personal notes to friends and family, and enough time to spend with those you love.

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