Thanksgiving Tips and Tricks on Your iPad
October 28, 2013
November is about one thing, and one thing only: Thanksgiving. Whether you celebrate with family across the country, throw a potluck with your friends, practice gratitude, or just want to make a silly paper turkey with construction paper, everyone loves Thanksgiving. I dare you to find one person who can’t find a little joy in a big plate of creamy mashed potatoes and turkey (or Tofurkey, for all our vegetarian and vegan readers).
There are so many tools out there that can help you plan your best Thanksgiving ever, especially your iPad! Welcome the holiday season with some of our favorite seasonal apps.
Thanksgiving Menu Maker from Fine Cooking • iOS App (Free)
Sweet potatoes or yams? Canned cranberry sauce or homemade? Everyone does Thanksgiving differently and there’s never one sure way to do it. Take the stress out of planning your Thanksgiving menu with this free app for your iPad. First, pick your recipes. Recipes are divided by course, including Starters, Main Dishes, Sides, and Desserts. Experiment with different turkey variations, try a new side dish recipe, and fill your entire table with delectable Thanksgiving fare. Once you’ve assembled the perfect menu, the Thanksgiving Menu Maker will create a shopping list for you so know exactly what you’ll need to purchase. Bring your iPad with you and check off items as you go. After you’ve assembled your ingredients, check out your menu’s schedule to see what dishes you can make ahead of time. From start to finish, this free iOS app will help you create the best Thanksgiving menu your family has ever seen.
Bonus features include wine pairings, turkey tips, how-to videos, Thanksgiving 911, and more!
While you may have traced your fingers on a piece of paper to create a hand turkey, children today are able to use their iPad. From toddlers to teens, kids can simply place their palms on the iPad screen to generate an adorable pixelated hand turkey of their very own. Decorations include hats and suits, stars, and more. Create your own backgrounds or add text – each turkey is tailor-made to your individual specifications. Share your little one’s hand turkey on social media, send to grandma via e-mail, or print them out for the fridge.
Thanksgiving Photo Cards • iOS App (Free)
Speaking of grandma, what happens if you’re unable to see all your loved ones this holiday season? You don’t have to be sitting around the table to appreciate one another. Send your family and friends a Thanksgiving photo card! Use photos from your own photo library, customize them, and forward them via email or social media. This app also features a new “ink” technology that allows you to write on the screen with your fingertip. Simply write whatever you’d like to send on the iPad screen, decorate, and send. Choose from a variety of adorable backdrops and accessories like turkeys, pilgrim hats, and more.
While many families are able to celebrate Thanksgiving together, some are not. Thanksgiving is not just a time to be thankful, but also a time to give. Some families choose to celebrate the holiday season by participating in a soup kitchen, food drive, or donating to a charity. GiveEasy is a free app that allows you to donate to various charities and causes, directly from your credit card. If you’re participating in a work-sponsored drive, you can even share your donations with your friends and coworkers through Facebook and Twitter. Peruse featured causes and save your favorite charities directly on your iPad. Your receipt will be sent directly to your phone and email address, and the entire process is guaranteed to be safe and secure. Not everyone out there is as fortunate, so help a family in need and sign up for a charity today.
We hope you and yours have a wonderful holiday and enjoy some of our favorite Thanksgiving apps. Sign off on social media and let us know what your menu looks like!
