As the leaves begin to fall, the Pittsboro and Chapel Hill areas become steeped in holiday traditions that will carry well into the coming new year. November? November is dedicated to recognizing all that we have to be thankful for while enjoying delectable meals. Whether you prefer turkey or ham, pumpkin or pecan, this is the season for hosting friends and family. Residents of the Ryan’s Crossing community have much to celebrate whether opening the doors to their brand-new home for the first time or second. With kitchens that would be the envy of the most experienced chefs, homes here are perfect for large gatherings! And, with plenty of room to spread out in gorgeous open floorplans, hosting duties may be permanently assigned to those living in this luxury neighborhood. Thanksgiving demands a well-thought-out game plan that often includes purchasing “extra” of everything to avoid shortages on the big day. Build your menu now so that trips to the store in the coming weeks aren’t overwhelming or inclusive of last-minute panic as you add to the Thanksgiving day inventory. Why shop in advance? Supermarkets will become much more crowded as the month carries on as shoppers empty shelves of items...