For many, Thanksgiving is the most precious time of the year. What's not to love? Roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, sweet desserts, and unique interactions. Whether you're hosting a party for your friends or joining your family on a get-together, it's nice to prepare. 

Let's look at some fantastic Monica-approved combos that will upgrade your event. They're all famous in New York, so if you live around here, you'll feel at home!

Roasted Turkey with Mashed Potatoes and Homemade Rolls

What's a Thanksgiving dinner without a classic roasted turkey? The crispy skin and juicy stuffing are nothing compared to the fresh aroma. If you're in a fun friend group, you might even discover that turkey also works as an excellent accessory!

This recipe goes best with mashed potatoes. We recommend the butter and garlic mix, but you can also experiment with different spices. And, to top it all off, a nice set of homemade rolls is ideal. Take some flour, mix it with yeast, add some love, and put it in the oven. 

Your family will thank you, which will make the eventual food coma a sweet retreat. 

Stuffed Artichokes with Harissa Dipping Sauce 

Now that we have the main course out of the way, let's look at some side dishes. If there's something New Yorkers go crazy about, it's stuffed artichokes. This year's top recipes were full of different variations of stuffed artichokes - and for a good reason.

Just make sure to get fresh produce, and we're confident that your tasty treat will be like no other. To balance the rich taste of this delicious meal, go with harissa dipping sauce. This savory paste is made with oil, chilies, garlic, and other spices. 

When you first taste this combo, it will remind you of sugar, spice, and everything nice. 

Pumpkin Whoopie Pies

The end of the night is approaching, and you've given your guests much to talk about. The meals are having a revolution in your stomach, which means it's time for dessert! And when it comes to sweet recipes, you can hardly go wrong with Pumpkin Whoopie Pies. 

Pumpkin Whoopie Pies originated in New England, but they made their way into all the USA. These easy-to-make desserts are so good that they deserve their own standing ovation. With about ten bucks, you can serve an entire party of friends, family, and in-betweeners. All you need to cook these little bits of heaven is flour, salt, soda, sugar, butter, and pumpkin! 

If you've got a knack for these New York-based recipes, we invite you to continue exploring this place. This year's Macy Parade is going to be fantastic, so keep an eye out for it. 

And, if you're too invested, take a look at our fantastic Manhattan locations - both locations an easy walk to the parade route!