The word Friendsgiving is a term to describe the combination of gathering friends and the Thanksgiving holiday. Reasons for hosting a Friendsgiving vary. Family members may not live nearby. Or you consider your friends like your family. Regardless of your reason, hosting a Friendsgiving is a wonderful way to celebrate Thanksgiving.
Tips for Hosting a Friendsgiving
Honestly, there is no right or wrong way to host a Friendsgiving. The basic concept is about having those you cherish around you for Thanksgiving. Your gathering can be a causal or fantastic dining experience. Here are a few tips to help you plan your Friendsgiving gathering.
Invites
Grab your favorite writing instrument to prepare a list of people to invite to your Friendsgiving. Next, use your list for sending invites. There are five basic ways to invite your friends over for a Thanksgiving meal.
- Digital: Create a private group on Facebook to invite and discuss your plans for the Thanksgiving meal.
- Call: If you are short on time, give everyone on your list a quick call.
- Text: Send your invites via a text or private message.
- Mail: Make out your invitations and send them through the mail.
- In-person: This method is great for handing out homemade invites
Menu
After you know how many people are coming to your Friendsgiving event, you must plan a menu. There are three basic ways to prepare and serve your meal.
- Do it Yourself: Cook and bake the entire meal yourself. The DIY approach is excellent for individuals who love to cook.
- Pot Luck: Pot luck is a wonderful way to add variety to your meal. This option is perfect when serving a buffet-style meal. Ask people attending your Friendsgiving to bring a dish to pass. Keep a running list of dishes and desserts to ensure a wide array of food.
- Catered: Have your Thanksgiving meal delivered. The catered approach is perfect for busy individuals.
Use the menu approach that is best for you. If needed, combine the methods to make your Friendsgiving a meal to remember. For example, you could cook the main meal but have the desserts delivered. Or one of your guests could make desserts. The choice is entirely up to you.
Activities
Yes, you may serve your food, eat, and just chill with your friends. Or you can have other activities to make your Friendsgiving fun.
- Watch football
- Watch a movie
- Play board games
- Play video games
Create a Photo Booth
Remember your Friendsgiving with pictures. Create an area in your home for a photo booth.
- Use a backdrop (a new sheet or cloth is excellent for an instant backdrop).
- Add props for more fun. For example, you can use a turkey hat, signs, fake mustaches, and funny sunglasses. The accessories do not have to be expensive. You can even make your own.
- Develop a unique hashtag for your Friendsgiving.
- Post the photos in your private group so everyone can see the results.
Whether you are only having a couple people over or an entire household, planning a Friendsgiving is a fantastic spin on the Thanksgiving holiday gathering.
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