Grateful Gatherings: A Friendsgiving to Remember
Friendsgiving is all about gathering your favorite people, piling on the comfort food, and letting the good times roll. The table might be covered with mismatched plates and serving spoons borrowed from everyone’s kitchens, but that’s part of the charm. There’s something special about sharing dishes that everyone’s contributed—your friend’s signature mac and cheese, someone else’s grandma’s stuffing recipe, and that one brave soul who tries to deep-fry a turkey (and somehow doesn’t burn down the house). The conversations are loud, the laughs are even louder, and the vibe is nothing short of pure joy.
Of course, the cocktails take things to the next level. From festive cranberry spritzes to warm spiked cider, there’s a drink for every mood and every dish on the table. Someone might attempt a pumpkin pie martini while another friend shows up with a giant batch of sangria, casually declaring, “I made enough for 12, even though there are six of us!” As the night goes on, the drink mixing gets a little more experimental, leading to some questionable yet hilarious concoctions. Cheers erupt with every new cocktail, and before long, the party is filled with impromptu toasts to friendship, good food, and making it through another year.
By the time dessert rolls around, everyone’s stuffed to the brim but still finds room for “just a sliver” of pie—until that sliver turns into three pieces. The conversations shift to funny memories, future travel plans, or the friendly debate over who brought the best dish. The night wraps up with everyone sharing leftovers, a few sentimental hugs, and a realization that this Friendsgiving tradition might just be the best part of the holiday season. It’s messy, it’s chaotic, and it’s absolutely perfect.
Having a Friendsgiving feast with your closest pals is becoming a tradition that more and more people partake in every year. As Italy’s most popular sparkling wine, Prosecco DOC is the ideal addition to any Friendsgiving! Prosecco offers a refreshing option that pairs effortlessly with many dishes and brings an unmistakable festive vibe to the table.
How does Prosecco DOC elevate your Friendsgiving feast?
Pairing Power
Prosecco DOC is known for its light, refreshing flavors, with notes of green apple, pears, and citrus. This flavor profile makes it a great pairing for everything from the traditional Thanksgiving spread of classic turkey and ham dishes, to savory side dishes like mac & cheese and stuffing.
La Gioiosa Prosecco DOC Treviso is a great option to pair with your Friendsgiving plate, providing a refreshing contrast that elevates every bite.
Inclusive Appeal
With gentle bubbles and lower ABV, Prosecco DOC appeals to a wide range of palates, even those who are beginners to wine or aren’t sure what they may enjoy.
Toast to togetherness with Mionetto Prosecco DOC Brut, a great option with a low 11% ABV and only 12g of residual sugars that gives a lively mouthfeel with a clean, dry finish.
Cocktail Combos
Even your clumsiest friends will want to make cocktails when you include Prosecco DOC!
Try making a Negroni Sbagliato with La Marca Prosecco DOC, replacing the gin with prosecco.
If you’d rather drink something pink, try making a Hugo Rosé Spritz with Valdo Marca Oro Prosecco Rosé! No matter what you choose, it’s sure to be the star of your Friendsgiving party.