WHO’S A PRETTY BIRD? 6 DELECTABLE WAYS TO PRESENT YOUR THANKSGIVING TURKEY

It’s all in the presentation when it comes to food. Plating and serving up special occasion meals are a big part of any dining celebration. Presenting a beautifully styled plate of food elevates the occasion and stirs up lively conversation around the table.

For many of us, Thanksgiving is the one time of the year when the humble turkey is the star of the show. I know it is in my family! Whether we carve the bird at the table or pre-carve it in the kitchen, presenting the bird to family and friends is a big part of the event!

This year I’ve been on the hunt for the perfect platter and tantalizing ways to present our family turkey. I was inspired by the variety of ways golden, plump, mouth-watering turkeys can be served. As you’ll see below, with the right serving platter and plating techniques you can delight your diners with an impressive, delectably presented pre-carved or whole turkey complete with garnishes and side dishes. No matter how we serve our main Thanksgiving dish (roast beef, fish etc) let’s make it memorable and enjoyable as we express our thanks together with family and friends. Happy Thanksgiving!

Cook the perfect turkey meal with Thermador’s built-in large capacity 30-inch Professional Steam Convection Oven. The spacious 2.8 cu. ft. oven capacity and multiple full-access telescopic racks allow you to cook fish, vegetables, bread, desserts and perfectly browned protein at one time. Steam ovens heat with water vapour instead of air for faster, more even cooking while sealing out flavour transfer and locking in moisture and nutrients. With no need for cooking with fats or oils, you’ll enjoy offering healthier dishes for your family and friends.

On an elegant white platter, nestle the turkey on a fragrant bed of rosemary and add sliced oranges for a vibrant colourful presentation. Via Pinterest.ca

This charming stoneware platter featuring a hand-painted blue rim to accentuate its scalloped silhouette is ideal for serving everything from breakfast pastries and appetizers to salads and main dishes. Microwave-safe and dishwasher-safe.

Serve your pre-carved turkey with stuffing and sides on a classic white platter that features handles to make it safe and easy to transfer from the kitchen to the dining table. With this three-piece set, your food will look scrumptious, and you can easily mix and match them with other tableware. Microwave-safe and dishwasher-safe.

A great alternative to using a stoneware or ceramic platter is to serve your turkey on a wooden platter dressed with a few tasty garnishes for presentation. Not only will it look rustic and delicious, but you’ll be also able to both carve and serve the turkey on the wooden platter at the table for your family.

If your family is like mine, you often combine Thanksgiving and Halloween into one fun celebration with lots of pumpkins and spooky Halloween decorations. I love this black and white transferware-style stoneware platter with its charming floral boarder. It’s only when you look closely that tiny skulls appear between the flowers for a perfectly creepy effect. I’m sure presenting your main course on this bewitching platter will delight both kids and adults alike.

Serveware: Williams-Sonoma.ca @Williamssonomacanada