Thanksgiving dinner costs can rise without every item on the table becoming more expensive. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois helps identify where the pressure is coming from before the holiday grocery shop. Which ingredients deserve a closer look, and which familiar favourites are holding their ground?
The turkey freezer tells only part of the story. Budget birds sit near much pricier options, while memories of last year’s bargains make this year’s tags sting. What happened to those deals, and how much does the choice of bird change the meal’s cost?
There are other ways to gather around a holiday table, and another turkey occasion approaching. Sylvain weighs different dinner choices and offers a thought about preparing for Christmas. Between childhood memories of the kids’ table and today’s shopping decisions, tradition leaves room for a rethink.
Topics: Thanksgiving dinner costs, turkey prices, vegetable prices, alternative meals, Christmas planning
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Originally aired on2026-10-08
