Hey Harco,
We know that you have the big day covered but this special Thanksgiving edition newsletter was crafted to serve as inspiration for when the dishes are drying and the final guest has been scooted out the door.
Inside, you’ll find an easy leftover-friendly recipe, a few local spots to check out over the long weekend, and a special shout out to a Harco Hero.
Pull up a chair, pour that second cup of coffee, and hang out with us for a minute—we’re really glad you’re here.
Photo by: Harco Style
In case you’re looking for somewhere to catch up with loved ones or need a break from your in-laws, we know some spots.
Falling Branch Brewery | Photo by: Kerry Dietz
Sip Local
“Hops on the Homestead” is your guide to Harford County’s farm breweries—Falling Branch, Slate Farm, and Hopkins Farm—where old family farms meet fresh local brews. From small-batch sours to slushies and hyper-local pours, it’s a cozy roundup of places to sip, wander, and linger on crisp Harford afternoons.
Learn more about these local favorites here.
A HARCO HERO
Bel Air’s own Geneau Thames, vice president and general counsel for Harford Mutual Insurance Group, has built a career around helping others—both in the boardroom and in the community. In our interview, she shares how a childhood dream of becoming a lawyer, a life-changing leukemia diagnosis, and her work with There Goes My Hero all shaped her mission to serve policyholders and neighbors with heart. Read her incredible story here.
Thanksgiving Breakfast 2023 | Photo by: Harford Mutual Insurance
“ I think the folks in the town of Bel Air ultimately don't care where you come from. They care about you getting up every day, going to work, and doing your part to make the community better. I think that’s Harford County in a nutshell: contributing meaningfully in your way, and that’s all they ask.”
And of course we weren’t going to leave you without this epic leftovers recipe.
Recipe by: Chef Jessica Formicola
Cranberry Turkey Sliders
Sweet, savory, cheesy little bites—perfect for leftover turkey and grazing.
You’ll need:
12 Hawaiian rolls
½ lb sliced turkey
½ lb sliced Swiss or provolone
1 cup cranberry sauce
Topping: ½ cup melted butter, 1 Tbsp Dijon, 1 Tbsp poppy seeds, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp Worcestershire, pinch of salt.
Quick Instructions:
Slice rolls in half, layer cheese → turkey → cranberry → cheese in a baking dish, add the tops. Whisk topping, brush over rolls, cover with foil and bake at 350°F for 20 minutes. Uncover for a few more minutes until golden and melty. Slice and serve warm.
Before you sign off, we want to thank you for being a part of the Harco Style virtual community. Harco City Lifestyle Magazine was created with you in mind and we are excited to announce that our printed December issue is officially out.
We will have a link to the digital version next week, but in the meantime be sure to check out the November issue here.
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And lastly, have a Happy Thanksgiving, from our family to yours.
Best,
Dave Burris
Publisher