Here is a quick-pick, fun little personality guide to match you with your ideal Thanksgiving cooking method
1. The Classic Host
You Are:
The person who loves tradition, ambiance, and doing things “the right way.”
You light the candles, set the table perfectly, and have a serving spoon for literally everything.
Your Turkey Method: Traditional Oven-Roasted
Why It Fits You:
- You like consistency and reliability
- You value presentation
- You’re the keeper of family traditions
- A golden-brown bird is your Thanksgiving aesthetic
Your Hosting Superpower:
Bringing everyone together with warmth and nostalgia.
2. The Adventurous Show-Off (in the best way)
You Are:
The person who loves a big dramatic moment.
You enjoy gadgets, flames, and impressing the crowd.
People watch you carve the turkey like it’s a Food Network special.
Your Turkey Method: Deep-Fried
Why It Fits You:
- You love bold flavor and bold moves
- You enjoy fast results
- You’re not afraid to break from tradition
- You want people to say, “This is the BEST turkey I’ve ever had!”
Your Hosting Superpower:
Turning Thanksgiving into an event.
3. The Chill Backyard Guru
You Are:
The “relaxed but secretly very skilled” cook.
You prefer slow, intentional processes and take pride in owning at least one piece of equipment with a temperature probe.
Your Turkey Method: Smoked Turkey
Why It Fits You:
- You enjoy craft-style cooking
- You don’t mind a long day outdoors tending the smoker
- You want deep, unforgettable flavor
- You believe good things take time
Your Hosting Superpower:
Effortless flavor mastery that everyone raves about.
4. The Efficiency Master
You Are:
You love a system, a schedule, and a process that avoids chaos.
You want things to be predictable, organized, and done ahead of time if possible.
Your Turkey Method: Spatchcocked (Butterflied) Oven-Roasted
Why It Fits You:
- Fastest oven method
- Cooks evenly—no dry breast
- Easy carving
- Perfect for people who love precise results
Your Hosting Superpower:
Running Thanksgiving like a well-oiled machine.
5. The Foodie Innovator
You Are:
You love bold flavors, new techniques, and trying the recipe nobody else has heard of.
You probably have smoked paprika and preserved lemons in your pantry.
Your Turkey Method: Herb-Butter Sous Vide Turkey (Then finished in the oven)
Why It Fits You:
- Ultimate control over tenderness
- Juiciest turkey you’ll ever make
- Unique—your food always has a twist
Your Hosting Superpower:
Bringing Michelin-level vibes to the holiday.
