Each month, wine expert Vicky Hampton shares seasonal wine recommendations for all budgets. As Thanksgiving gains popularity in the Netherlands, this edition focuses on ideal wines to complement the holiday feast. The same advice applies to Christmas meals featuring turkey.
My initial Thanksgiving was in 2012. Determined to make my then-boyfriend from Louisiana feel at home during his first Thanksgiving outside the US, I enthusiastically prepared the meal. I ordered a turkey from the butcher and searched for side dishes, curious about traditions like gift exchanging.
"An American casserole is nothing like a European casserole, but it can be perfectly delightful."
I embraced some traditions but dismissed others, such as the marshmallow-topped potato dish, which I found unappealing. Over the last thirteen years, my understanding of Thanksgiving has deepened, especially after celebrating multiple times with my in-laws in the US.
Author’s summary: Vicky Hampton reflects on her evolving Thanksgiving traditions in the Netherlands and shares tailored wine picks to enhance your festive meals.