Thanksgiving, or Thanksgiving Day, is one of the most important and heartfelt holidays in the United States and Canada. In the United States it is celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November, while in Canada it falls on the second Monday in October. It is a day dedicated to giving thanks for the crops and blessings received throughout the year, bringing families and friends together in an atmosphere of gratitude and conviviality.
If you are far from home and looking for a place to celebrate it or simply want to savor this foreign tradition in Italy’s capital, here are two American venues that celebrate it.
Hamerica’s celebrates Thanksgiving in Italy.
On November 28, 2024, restaurant chain Hamerica’s is celebrating Thanksgiving with a special menu available for dinner at all of its locations in Italy. The featured dish includes traditional baked turkey with gravy, accompanied by sweet potato fries and blueberry jam, along with a drink and dessert, at a cost of €24.90.
In addition to Thanksgiving, Hamerica’s offers a wide selection of authentic American cuisine, including burgers (such as the famous 212), sandwiches, tacos, burritos, and meat specialties such as Pulled Pork. There are also vegetarian options and signature desserts such as Key Lime Pie and New York-Style Cheesecake.
Hamerica’s in Rome is located at Via Candia, 1 (Prati) and in the Maximo and GranRoma cc’s.
Thanksgiving at the Hard Rock Cafe in Rome.
On November 28, 2024, the Hard Rock Cafe on Via Veneto will celebrate Thanksgiving with a special traditional menu and live music, officially opening the holiday season.
The Thanksgiving Menu features roasted turkey breast, vegetables, traditional stuffing, mashed sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce, turkey gravy and Pumpkin Pie (at € 30.70). Kids Menu € 12.25, for children up to age 10.
The evening will be enlivened by the vocal trio Jingle Ladies, formed by Claudia Caiola, Marta De Medici and Aurora Scarici, with a repertoire ranging from Christmas classics to pop music, accompanying diners in the holiday spirit. Dinner times are divided into slots: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and 9 to 11 p.m.