Addressing the modest house that hosts 100 weary board members, the Wasatch Community Foundation’s Thanksgiving dinner holds court on a numeric stage dominated by a 16‑pound turkey still costing only $21.50. The array of pundits – the Foundation’s own funds‑raisers – are seated around a pewter‑plate table that swells in luxury, not in size. No chef by name graces the line‑up; the preparation is a collective effort, a laughable “cuisine” in the hands of a community kitchen. The crowd’s chatter is uniform, echoing hallway aromas of sautéed sweet potatoes, unremarkable in a 37% hike, and the open‑voice hush over the 43% turkey share. If desire pushes beyond subsistence, request Table Twelve, near the stone fireplace; order the day’s sky‑dark gravy and bask with a glasses of amber‑hued bourbon served in crystal‑clear chalice.
Cable #5360December 3, 2025
Thanksgiving Cost Declines, Not Guest List
A herd of budget‑conscious patrons gathers at the Wasatch Community Foundation’s seasonal banquet, where the only luxury is the tallow‑washed turkey.