The countdown continues! And, to get into the spirit of the Thanksgiving season, we’re giving thanks to the Macy’s Culinary Council chefs by sharing some of our favorite turkey-day recipes that they’ve created. Read on and add these delicious items to your holiday menu!

Macy’s Culinary Council Chef Tom Douglas took a minute away from his busy schedule – with The Dahlia Bakery Cookbook hot off the press, Thanksgiving around the corner and a book tour in the works – to talk traditions, techniques and most importantly, turkey!