Fantastic Appetizers

Are you having guests over? Our new expansive amenity renovation includes a resident's lounge containing a conference room, game room, and a fully-equipped kitchen by the pool, perfect for hosting events. There are also outdoor sitting areas equipped with a gas fireplace and television. For incredible appetizers, consider ordering from Oswego Grill, where you can select from calamari, sushi, salads, and vegetable dishes.

Chef Nate is creating a Thanksgiving event on the Tavern on Cruise for something more upscale. For appetizers, they have an array of seafood, vegetable, and salad items on their menu for an exclusive Thanksgiving affair.

Games, Shows, and More

Compris Vineyard offers a free pre-Thanksgiving open house by serving wine and snacks. Decorate your apartment with Chehalem Valley Brewing Company's Thanksgiving Pumpkin centerpiece class. This do-it-yourself class provides the holiday season with a warm, fall-themed centerpiece. For those leading active lifestyles, several walks/runs are available where you can take in breathtaking fall scenery while working up an appetite for your upcoming turkey feast. There is the Give 'n' Gobble Turkey Trot, Oregon Turkeython, Tofurkey Trot, and the Turkey Trot at the Zoo.

Springbrook City Park is also close, offering woodchip trails and scenic nature hikes to take in the beauty of fall.

Blend Vibrant Lifestyles with the Relaxation of Apartment Living

Do you want to enjoy city activities while living in a secluded location? Kruseway Commons provides prestigious living in a scenic environment. Residents are always close to extensive city activities but are not surrounded by them, enabling them to enjoy the best of both worlds.

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Prepare a Guest List

It's easy to put off preparing a guest list until the last minute. However, this is one of the most critical aspects of planning a good Thanksgiving dinner. A solid guest list will let you know who's coming over so you can prepare an appropriate amount of food and come up with a few holiday game ideas like charades or card games.

It's also a great starting point for structuring apartment kitchens and seating arrangements. If you're having overnight guests, you should also consider additional arrangements to sleep comfortably during their stay.

Menu Plan and Organization

People are always thinking of new menus and ideas to come up with when cooking for Thanksgiving. This year, we recommend trying out a delicious turkey tetrazzini with some Caesar salad spears on the side, which are great for cooking in an apartment kitchen. With a pasta-based main dish, sides like whole roasted carrots or balsamic bruschetta are fantastic choices.

When it comes to decorating, why not add a few pops of color to your table this year? Create colorful card-themed designs to add to the center of your table and incorporate a little vibrance into the atmosphere.

Cooking in an Apartment Kitchen Has Never Been Easier

Not sure about doing Thanksgiving at your apartment? With an electric range and convenient built-in dishwasher, cooking and cleanup are easy this holiday season. So, invite family and friends over to your Kruseway Commons apartment and have an unforgettable Thanksgiving you'll remember for years to come.

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Residents in Lake Oswego apartments aren't known for being sticklers for tradition, so no one will fault you if you decide to serve up some juicy steaks for Thanksgiving instead of the good ol' turkey standby. But what goes with steak for Thanksgiving? Here are six ideas for creative sides to go with a Thanksgiving steak for your Lake Oswego, Oregon Thanksgiving!

6 Sides for Thanksgiving Steak

• Crispy Sweet Potato Fries: Toss the sweet potato fries in potato starch or cornstarch first and then coat them with oil. Then bake them like you normally would for a crispy side to go with that T-bone.
• Mushrooms on Toast: Give your Thanksgiving steak a British twist with a side of sautéed mushrooms on toast. Cook the mushrooms slowly with some onion slices thrown in and a dash of parsley towards the end. Serve the mushrooms with a fork on a slice of toast.
• Arugula, Pears and Blue Cheese Salad: This is a salad with really bold flavors to go with a nice steak and a glass of red wine. Top the arugula off with sliced pears and crumbly blue cheese, and then drizzle a warm vinaigrette over the top for a dressing.
• Kale and Potato Gratin: This is a recipe that calls for just a dash of milk for the gratin and a small sampling of cheese. The kale adds a dash of sweetness for a great Thanksgiving side dish.
• Balsamic-Glazed Pearl Onions: You might not think onions could make a great side dish, but with Thanksgiving steak you get to break the rules, right? Boil the pearl onions first and then sautée them in summer butter for a minute. Then bring them to a boil in some chicken stock and balsamic vinegar.
• Braised Radishes, Shallots and Bacon: Who doesn't like a little bacon with their steak? Cook the bacon until it's crispy first, and then toss in some sliced radishes. Once the radishes start to brown, add the shallots for a delicious Thanksgiving side.

Don't forget that the community's outdoor lounge has a fully equipped kitchen. You can also check the Kruseway Commons website to see what floor plans are currently available!

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