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Thanksgiving 2012

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Roaming for Thankgiving? Check Patch's Commuter Map

No matter how far away you roam, you can check for road closures, construction and more on Pikesville Patch.

Whether you're staying close to home or traveling afar for the Thanksgiving holiday, you can check your route ahead of time with Pikesville Patch's interactive commute map. It's a permanent tool on Pikesville Patch, with up-to-date road closures and construction projects and traffic conditions. Access it any time at http://pikesville.patch.com/commute. Because it's interactive map, so you can click and drag to any part of the country. Try dragging northbound up I-95 to see the numerous projects in the works after Hurricane Sandy in New Jersey and New York. On the Pikesville Patch website, the map is accessible under the "More Stuff" tab at the top of the page.

Monday, November 19, 2012

Pikesville Rewind: 10 Most-Read Stories This Month

On Pikesville Patch, an article about a coffee shop closing, a woman stealing cigarettes, a list of restaurants serving Thanksgiving turkey dinner, and stories about armed robberies and burglaries, were among the most read so far in November.

The Most Read Story: Poll: Twinkies or Devil Dogs? Your Favorite Hostess Treat 2. Armed Woman Swipes Smokes from a 7-Eleven 3. Stevenson's Coffee with T Closed Its Doors Thursday 4. Police: Pikesville, Essex Men Caught During Burglary 5. Dine Out: Who's Serving Turkey Dinner on Thanksgiving 6. Teen Boys Charged with Burglary 7. Pikesville Gold Buyer Held Up at Gunpoint 8. Missing Baltimore County Teen Found Alive, Well 9. CRIME: Pedestrians Victims of Armed, Unarmed Robberies 10. UPDATE: Pikesville Hilton To Change to DoubleTree Dec. 3

Saturday, November 17, 2012

Crab and Brie and Kabobs ... Oh, My!

A few recipes and a cooking demo for some fun and delicious hors d'ouevres for your holiday and New Years parties.

You've done the Thanksgiving feast. The fine china from Christmas dinner has been washed and put away. You're about to kick the tree to the curb. And now you think you have to make another huge meal for New Years? Well, think again. A great way to allow your friends, family and guests to mingle and be entertained and fed is by serving some quality hors d'ouevres. While the options of hummus and pita chips, the old standard vegetable tray and the many and various options of dips is certainly available, I want to suggest a few alternatives. Food can and should be exciting. It should inspire conversation and emotions; these recipes are no exception. I wish you and your family the best during the New Year. And as always, live deeply and happy …

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Dine Out: Who's Serving Turkey Dinner on Thanksgiving

Six area restaurants are serving turkey dinner on Thanksgiving, Nov. 22.

If you choose to eat out this holiday, here's a list we've put together of restaurants serving turkey dinner on Thanksgiving, Nov. 22: Ruth's Chris Steakhouse, Pikesville—Reservations are required for a three-course dinner featuring sliced, oven-roasted turkey breast, gravy, sausage and herb stuffing and cranberry relish. Choose from two salads and a soup as a starter, and have pumpkin cheesecake for dessert. It's open from 1-8 p.m. Fountainside, Pikesville—Reservations are required for the full Thanksgiving meal that features white turkey, bone-in ham, whole-grain honey-mustard Maryland fried chicken, gravy, cranberry sauce, soup, salads and more. Dinnertime is 1-4 p.m. Olive Branch Restaurant, Pikesville—The restaurant is preparing a …

Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Video: How To Cook a Turkey, Shopping List, 10 Tips

In this special holiday cooking video, Patch shows you how to prepare the centerpiece of your Thanksgiving feast.

By John Gifaldi and Patty Heiden Here's your turkey grocery list: Turkey (determine size based on Tip 1 below) Stuffing (see package for amount needed based on turkey weight) Chicken Broth Onions Celery Butter Spices: Sage, Thyme, Poultry Seasoning, Basil, Salt, Pepper Aluminum Foil Thermometer (if you don't already have one) Roasting Pan Like Pikesville Patch on Facebook and follow us on Twitter. Tip 1: When purchasing your whole turkey, figure 1-1-½ pounds per person, which allows ½ pound for leftovers.  Tip 2: Frozen turkeys should be defrosted in the refrigerator for 2-5 days prior to cooking depending on the size. Figure approximately 1 day for every 4 pounds. Never defrost at room temperature.    Tip 3: Always remove the neck and …

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Thanksgiving Recipes: How To Cook a Turkey

If you need a new recipe for your Thanksgiving turkey, give one of these non-traditional twists a try.

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. Where do you get your turkey and ingredients to make it? Gucci Giant, 7-Mile Market or Trader Joe's in Pikesville? Or do you prefer to have someone else do the cooking for you, such as Gourmet Again and Boston Market, and the catering ministry at New Psalmist Baptist Church (pick up an order form at the church's member services desk.) Each offers Thanksgiving meals to take home. Some prefer to let a restaurant do ALL the work, including the serving. Ruth's Chris …

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