Black Thanksgiving Traditions
This sweet, orange dessert is a staple at many Black Thanksgiving dinners, often compared to pumpkin pie.
Sweet Potato Pie?
A popular side dish made with a noodles, cheese, and sometimes a blend of multiple cheeses.
Mac & Cheese
This hip-hop artist has an iconic line, "First things first, rest in peace Uncle Phil," a nod to family values and loss.
J Cole
When someone says, "Who made the potato salad?" they’re really asking this.
Is it safe to eat, and does it taste good?
In many Black households, the gathering often starts with a blessing led by this family member.
Grandmother (or Elder)
This side dish is made of ______, and mixed with smoked turkey or ham, and plenty of seasoning.
Collard Greens
This card game, involving strategy and lots of trash talk, is often played after Thanksgiving dinner.
Spades
When an elder says, "Don't mess up my kitchen," they mean this.
Clean up after yourself while cooking or eating
A classic game played by many families after Thanksgiving dinner, involving colorful cards
Uno
This sweet, sticky sides are made from brown sugar, cinnamon, and sometimes topped with marshmallows.
Candied Yams (Sweet Potatoes)
This family member is often the best cook and the one responsible for making the holiday meal special.
Big Mama (or Grandma)
This phrase is often said to someone eating too much or taking a large portion. " Save some________"
Save some for everybody else
It's common for this genre of music, known for soulful sounds, to play in the background while families cook and eat together.
R&B
This dessert is a moist, spiced cake filled with raisins, nuts, and carrots, often topped with cream cheese frosting.
Carrot Cake
It's common to say this phrase when a family member, who hasn't been around in a while, finally shows up at Thanksgiving. "Look w_________"
Look who finally showed up!
This saying is used to compliment someone on their amazing cooking skills."You put _______?
Foot in it
This activity involves naming things you're thankful for before eating, a tradition rooted in faith and gratitude.
"Giving Thanks" or "Saying Grace"
This savory and stinky pork dish, often seasoned with spices and herbs, is a classic Thanksgiving appetizer in many Southern Black households.
Chitlins (or Chitterlings)
This is often said when someone's plate is piled high with food, and they insist they can eat it all.
"Your eyes____________"
Your eyes are bigger than your stomach
This soulful singer’s pies went viral after a fan raved about them in a video.
Patti LaBelle