Here’s What Your Thanksgiving Dinner Will Cost in North Carolina
If you are like me, you might be rushing around to get the ingredients for the biggest family meal of the year. Here’s what your Thanksgiving dinner will cost in North Carolina. The good news is, despite the rise in grocery prices over the past year, the actual Thanksgiving meal may cost a little bit less than last year in North Carolina.
As Thanksgiving is just next week, families are keeping a close eye on their budgets. We still want to have the table full of everyone’s favorite dishes. Here’s the good news. Turkey prices have actually dropped a little. According to Fox 8, Turkey prices have dropped to around $1.27 to $1.69 per pound depending on brand. That is a significant drop from last year at a 22 percent price reduction.
The Farm Bureau worked deligently to conduct their annual Thanksgiving dinner cost. The volunteer shoppers conducted their search in early November so there is a chance prices could be even lower as Thanksgiving approaches. In addition to looking for the best turkey prices they checked out the price of sides. They reviewed 11 classic Thanksgiving items and compared prices. See if this menu covers it: “pumpkin pie mix, a gallon of whole milk, a veggie tray with carrots and celery, 12 rolls, two pie shells, green peas, fresh cranberries, whipping cream, sweet potatoes, cubed stuffing, and miscellaneous ingredients needed to prepare a meal”. That is the exact list published by our source Fox 8 and looks like it covered everything.
Pumpkin pie mix went up while the price of milk came down. The veggie tray and rolls both went up by about ten cents. Pie shells and green beans came down a bit. Cranberries and whipped cream prices significantly dropped. All in all with each food item added in, you will pay less for your meal.
The price of the Thanksgiving meal depends on where you live as well. Here in the south, you will pay around $59.10. The most expensive Thanksgiving meal is in the Northeast. Their meal will cost around $64.38. Here’s what your Thanksgiving dinner will cost in North Carolina.
Pre-Thanksgiving Fun: 6 Activities to Get You in the Spirit
Now’s the time to get into those late-fall activities and gear up for the holiday season. While the peak time for apple and pumpkin picking has passed, there are still enjoyable fall activities during the final month of fall. Additionally, the earlier onset of darkness in November provides extra motivation to include a few fall activities in your schedule before winter arrives and holiday preparations take over.
Christmas is approaching, but let’s not forget Thanksgiving.
Every year, Christmas decorations start appearing almost immediately after Halloween ends, especially in stores where Christmas becomes the primary focus. Thanksgiving tends to receive less attention. But Thanksgiving deserves recognition in its own right. A Thanksgiving dinner isn’t just about providing a satisfying meal, but also a warm heart. It doesn’t require gifts or candy to celebrate this day, either. Thanksgiving is all about the food, family, and traditions, which some people may sometimes overlook. Additionally, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade and the National Dog Show are more reasons to appreciate Thanksgiving.
The season of gratitude sets the stage for the season of giving at Christmas.
Thanksgiving might have a complicated history, but for many, it’s a time to slow down and focus on family. With schools, offices and most stores closed, it’s a chance to hit the pause button on life, reflect on what you’re thankful for, and indulge in some delicious home-cooked food and a dessert spread that’s hard to beat. Alternatively, you might opt for ordering takeout or delivery. Regardless of the menu, the quality time spent with loved ones is what truly counts. There are numerous ways to enjoy this time with your family during Thanksgiving break.
Consider some Thanksgiving activities that offer creative opportunities, such as crafting turkey-themed arts and crafts. These options include making playdough turkeys, pinecone turkeys, or cardboard turkeys with your family. You can also explore gratitude-related activities for families, such as creating gratitude rocks or crafting thankful turkeys.
Here are some fun activities to consider in the lead-up to Thanksgiving.
Catherine Lane is the morning show co-host and midday host on Country 1037 in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has been with the station for the past 24 years and is a recipient of the Academy of Country Music Major Market Personality of the Year award. Catherine has been on air in both radio and television in the Queen City for 38 years. As a content creator for Country 1037, Catherine writes blogs on local events and restaurants. She also writes about great travel spots and out of the way places in the Carolinas. Anything outdoors, travel, food, animals or the many country artists from the Carolinas.