In Canada, the United States or Brazil, each year the Thanksgiving Day. Without a doubt, it is one of the most important dates of all. Families get together and share a delicious meal. But after this day, there is much more. A story that today we are going to tell you.
Although it is usually celebrated, in the United States the fourth Thursday of the month of November, this year has been advanced. It is celebrated on November 22, while in Canada it is usually the second Monday of October. Different dates but to give thanks for a single reason. Find out!
The origin of Thanksgiving
This holiday for America It has its origin back in the year 1620. It coincides with the arrival of some pilgrims who came from England to Massachusetts. They were well received by the natives of this land and it was they who taught them how they should survive the winter, thanks to the fruits that the land gave.
Thanks to the harvest of the first seeds, which was a success, the chief of the pilgrims decided to hold a party to thank the people. It was an event that lasted about three days, thanking the welcome but also the great corn harvest that resulted, being able to feed all the new settlers with it. Among the delicacies that were served, it is said that they were turkey and venison meats, as well as blueberries. Two of the main ingredients that are still used today.
But on the other hand, it should be mentioned that there is also evidence of previous and similar celebrations. These took place in 1598 and were carried out by explorers of Spanish origin, in Texas. In Canada, the origins of this tradition date back to the early XNUMXth century. The French arrive in New France with Samuel de Champlain celebrating a year of very good harvests.
Thanksgiving feast today
In an official way, this festival is not established until 1941. It is Roosevelt who proclaims this day as such. For tradition to run its course. In addition, after the party on Thursday, on Friday the Black Friday, so that people could get ahead of Christmas shopping. It is true that the party has evolved, but its essence remains. That day the country is paralyzed, because all the families come together. Although many of them have been separated for almost a year, they will see each other again at the table.
It is usually always done at the home of the older relative, as grandparents tend to be. Although we know that it does not have to be carried out to the letter. The basis of this party is be the whole family together, giving thanks for the year and sharing great moments. As we talk about sharing, there are also many places that prepare a special meal for those most in need.
Traditional Thanksgiving food
Before lunch, it is also traditional to watch a football match or a parade of floats. In most of the tables there will be a replica of that first menu that began with this whole holiday. For this reason, turkey, as well as corn, blueberries or pumpkins, have to be present to a greater or lesser extent. Definitely, a big turkey is the one that stars the table. In addition, it is usually accompanied with a sauce and mashed potatoes. Although just before starting to taste this succulent meal, a short prayer is usually made or simply, thanks are presented by each and every one of the diners. In the dessert part, the pumpkin pie is common. As we can see, it is really a tradition that began thanks to agriculture and the cultivation of corn. Giving place great celebrations in both the United States and Canada.