Irresistible Thanksgiving Games, Appetizers, & Decor For A Cozy Gathering

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ONYX Apartments in Glendale, California, are the model for contemporary apartment living. There are modern studios, one, two, and three-bedroom flats, townhomes, and lofts available. You’ll appreciate having surround sound speakers, WiFi streaming service, and a smart, programmable thermostat in your smart home. There are also onsite facilities such as a dog park, yoga studio, allotted parking, and retail areas. The apartments are located in the heart of downtown Glendale, so shopping malls and eateries such as the Glendale Galleria are nearby. You will enjoy shopping during Thanksgiving by using these apartment trends:

Fantastic Appetizers and Drinks

Try the following Thanksgiving appetizer idea:

Cranberry Whipped Feta Dip

Dip is among the favorite Thanksgiving Apartment Staples, particularly with many guests. Crackers, cheese, and other types of food go well with dip, so try making the cranberry whipped feta dip.

This cranberry whisked feta dip is coming to save the day when it comes to Christmas appetizers. Fresh feta cheese is beaten with herbs, some garlic, and cream cheese before being topped with tangy cranberry sauce made at home, toasted pistachios, and honey. The final product is a salty, creamy, sweet, and completely addictive dip that everyone will love.

Games, Shows, and More

Try this apartment-friendly game:

Thanksgiving Charades

The Thanksgiving version of everyone’s favorite parlor game, Thanksgiving charades is a great choice. Some editions of the game will include free printouts, so all you have to do is play. However, it is always better to be creative and develop topics yourself.

Keep the audience guessing and laughing as they see their loved ones attempt to play out whatever is written on their card. The game is always quite animated and will imbue the festive spirit in everyone playing.

Thanksgiving Games and Foods

Thanksgiving charades are a lot of fun. The cranberry-topped whisked feta dip is a great accompaniment to many foods. Have both ready for a fun Thanksgiving party.

Thanksgiving Fun at Onyx Glendale

We know Thanksgiving in Glendale will be a little different this year, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t make it great. Sure it’s 2020, so we must social distance to stay safe, but we can still celebrate. Check out these can’t miss ideas to make Thanksgiving 2020 better than ever at Onyx Glendale. 

Cooking Tips and Recipes

This year make sure your Thanksgiving feast gives your family and close friends something to be thankful for with these tips and recipes. Let’s face it. Thanksgiving is about the turkey, so make sure yours is moist and delicious.

Start by brining the bird. Combine 1 ½ gallons and 2 ½ cups of salt in a large container. Place the fresh or thawed Turkey (to thaw in the fridge – allow 24 hours per 4 pounds of the bird) inside and brine overnight (up to 24 hours). 

Rinse the Turkey off and pat dry before roasting. Season with pepper, salt, garlic, and a little citrus (place cut lemons inside the cavity). If you want that golden color, then baste with a light layer of butter (this can be repeated every couple of hours). Roast for roughly 15 minutes per pound and use an instant read thermometer to pull it out of the oven at 165 degrees. Cover the bird with aluminum foil and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Arts and Crafts

While the turkey is being prepped, it’s time for some fun. We all know it’s going to be hard to get out and spend time with friends and family this Thanksgiving. It’s up to you to make sure that your arts and crafts help your guests celebrate the holiday. 

Start with a gratitude wreath for your door. Grab some colored construction paper and shape them into flat cones (we recommend gold and brown), glue on wheat stalks, attach the cones to a metal wreath base and paint with gold spray paint. 

This is the season to be thankful, so why not help the family with a gratitude calendar? Start with an empty picture frame and run 5 lines of twine vertically inside the frame (gluing them in place). Then, use construction paper (we cut ours into leaf shapes). Write a note every day of November about what you are thankful for. Pin the notes to the twine with clothespins, and you will have a great DIY piece that communicates the Thanksgiving spirit!

Online Black Friday Shopping in Glendale

This will be a Black Friday unlike any other. No more crazy lines or packed checkout stands. Instead, many local retailers are taking Black Friday online!  Luckily, many stores are open in Glendale and will deliver as well as provide curbside pickup. Check out the Glendale Galleria and The Americana at Brand. They are sure to have some great deals!

The WestSide Pavilion is always a popular Black Friday destination and this year it’s sure to be busy with online ordering and lots of Thanksgiving events. The Beverly Center and the Glendale Galleria, two large shopping malls with unique shopping are convenient to most of Los Angeles. Don’t forget about Santa Monica’s 3rd Street Promenade, which is sure to have some amazing Black Friday deals.

Social distancing will definitely make Thanksgiving different this year, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be a fun and safe holiday for everyone. Curbside and at-home delivery make it easier than ever to get the decorations, supplies, and food you will need to make Thanksgiving a hit and to make your Black Friday Shopping better than ever. Don’t be afraid to get creative with some inspiring at home crafting ideas.

Thanksgiving in Glendale, CA

On your mark, get set, go right into the holidays feeling excited and ready to get into all the fun and festive they have going on in the city. Thanksgiving is here and as we all take a minute to feel grateful and appreciate all that we have, we also want to set some time aside to plan out all the fun holiday things we want to do. If you’re looking to take your family and friends out during the holiday, there is a variety of things to do in and around the city. If you’re looking to have a good time during the Thanksgiving holiday, here’s a list of things you can go to or get involved in.

Get A Head Start on Black Friday

Black Friday is usually the day after Thanksgiving but there are so many places that start day of or even before. Start your shopping early and get great deals on the things you want. Go out and have fun shopping at all the stores.

Restaurants

There are plenty of restaurants that offer a Thanksgiving meal during the holidays. If you don’t have time to cook or just not feeling up to it, head over to one of the many restaurants offering these dinners. Share in a great meal without all the work. Call ahead and make reservations if necessary.

Whatever you decide to get into for the holidays it’s important to remember to be safe, and to have fun.