We've heard that Thanksgiving staples will be hard to find this year, including classics like turkeys, mashed potatoes, stuffing, and cranberry sauce! So, we thought we would share diverse food traditions from our team (who are from all around the world). When we asked everyone what they enjoyed at their Thanksgiving table, team members delivered some excellent recipes!
From all of our chefs, thank you to our clients, our friends, and our families for the continued support and business. Happy Thanksgiving!
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Construction Inspector Carlton has a very special drink that he enjoys during the holidays. Rum, lime juice, pineapple juice, and grenadine bring this tropical cocktail to life! Add some ice and a garnish, and the party is ready to start!
Growing up in Singapore, MarComm team member Victoria loves her spice. And so does her family! Their tradition is to begin celebrating the holiday season by making this Thai cocktail infused with chilis. Tip: infuse the liquor for longer for more of a kick!
Ever cracked the code for making kale tasty? Try it with Brussels sprouts! Code Consultant Andy combines the two with lemon juice, olive oil, and cranberries in this healthy salad!
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With his mother's cucumber and onion salad recipe, Managing Principal Greg shows that he knows his way around the kitchen! This refreshing dish is worth the wait!
What happens when an Italian grandmother shares her famous recipe? Measurements in 'a little bit of this' and 'a little bit of that.' Project Services Coordinator Jillian adjusted the 'this' and the 'that' to create an easy-to-follow, delicious recipe!
As a Director of Engineering in our East Bay office, Jak is known for his attention to detail. And that is true of how he cooks, too! He makes a dish with salmon, Japanese Mayonnaise, and sriracha sauce topped on a cooked mussel. Torch included!
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A traditional Filipino noodle dish, Pancit is the highlight of Executive Assistant Joan's Thanksgiving dinner. The family's favorite part is taste-testing the Asian dish along the way!
Pernil is an absolute must-have for holidays in Melvin's household! Our Senior Technology Engineer makes the pork shoulder full of flavor, tender, and tasty!
Although Paolo now lives and works in Austin, TX as a Senior Associate, he is from Italy. His Penne alla Vodka is an authentic dish that he has perfected over the years. It's a family favorite!
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With this recipe, Principal Bart shows that maple syrup doesn't belong only on pancakes! He douses Brussels sprouts in chili pepper flakes, soy sauce, and maple syrup for this perfectly sweet, salty, and spicy side!
Jesse's baked beans have made an appearance at family Thanksgiving for years! The Associate Principal combines bacon, molasses, diced onion, and more to create a unique flavor in this easy-to-make, non-traditional side!
What better way to end the feast than with this DIY dessert! Project Manager Kristen and her family have experimented with different toppings over the years, but nothing beats the chocolate chips. Yum!