From the ArcaMax Publishing, Trivia Newsletter:
http://www.arcamax.com/news/trivia/s-539773-582193

Why do we serve cranberry sauce with turkey?

The Indians of the eastern U.S. had a particular liking for meats served with fruit sauces. The ripening of cranberries and the Thanksgiving holiday coincide, which is one reason why cranberry relish is traditionally served with roast turkey.

This news arrived on: 05/02/2009

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