Friendsgiving has quickly become one of Manhattan’s favorite November traditions — a moment to gather with your chosen family, share comfort food, and reflect on the gratitude that defines this season. It’s a cozy, laughter-filled ritual where everyone brings something to the table, whether that’s a home-cooked dish, a store-bought pie, or the perfect pre-roll to get the night started.
This year, Urban Leaf is helping you take your celebration to new heights. From infused dishes to curated cannabis pairings and thoughtful host gifts, here’s how to host (or attend) a Friendsgiving that’s elevated, intentional, and beautifully in the spirit of “The Season for Cyphing.”
Set the Mood with Pre-Rolls & Social Sativas
Friendsgiving is as much about the vibe as it is the food, and nothing sets the tone like uplifting, shareable pre-rolls. Start the afternoon with a few select sativa-leaning strains that bring energy, conversation, and lighthearted connection to the table.
Consider crisp, aromatic strains like Sour Diesel, Jack Herer, or Super Lemon Haze to boost creativity and laughter as guests prep dishes, mix cocktails, or settle in.
Why it works:
- Keeps energy high during prep & appetizers
- Encourages social flow as guests arrive
- A perfect “welcome ritual” for cannabis-friendly gatherings
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Bring (or Serve) an Infused Dish
One of the easiest — and most fun — ways to elevate Friendsgiving is with a cannabis-infused recipe. Even a small addition of infused butter, tincture, or olive oil can transform a traditional dish into something unforgettable.
A few crowd-friendly favorites:
- Infused mashed potatoes with cannabutter
- Roasted butternut squash with cannabis olive oil
- Pumpkin chocolate chip cookies with tincture-infused butter
- Apple crumble made with low-dose cannabutter for gentle relaxation
If you’re attending Friendsgiving, an infused dessert makes an amazing host gift — just label it clearly and keep servings low-dose.
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Add Wellness Options for the Cannabis-Curious
Not everyone at the table needs or wants a traditional high. Offering CBD-forward options ensures all guests feel included and comfortable.
CBD edibles, balanced 1:1 gummies, and low-dose tinctures pair beautifully with the calm, restorative energy of the season.
Why hosting with CBD matters:
- Keeps the experience inclusive
- Helps guests unwind without intoxication
- Complements heavy meals with calming effects
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Curate Cannabis & Food Pairings
Treat Friendsgiving like a tasting experience by pairing dishes with specific cannabis profiles — the edible version of a wine pairing.
Pairing Suggestions:
- Earthy, savory dishes (stuffing, roasted root vegetables) → Pair with indica-dominant flower featuring myrcene & linalool
- Bright, acidic dishes (cranberry, citrus salads) → Pair with sativas rich in limonene
- Desserts (pie, cookies, cheesecake) → Pair with balanced hybrids that complement sweetness without overpowering it
This is a fun way to turn your meal into an elevated ritual — and helps guests discover new terpene profiles.
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Arrive With a Thoughtful Host Gift
Never arrive empty-handed — especially at Friendsgiving. Cannabis makes an incredible host gift when chosen with intention.
Great picks include:
- Rosin gummies (clean, solventless, sharable)
- Premium eighths in seasonal strains
- Puffco or Vessel accessories for the enthusiast
- A curated trio of pre-rolls tied with a ribbon
- Cannabals edibles, November’s featured brand
A well-chosen cannabis product feels personal, indulgent, and perfectly aligned with the spirit of gratitude.
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Close the Night With a Relaxing Wind-Down
After a long day of cooking, eating, laughing, and sharing, there’s no better way to end Friendsgiving than with a calming indica vape or CBN-forward edible.
This helps guests transition into a restful evening and keeps the post-meal mood cozy and grounded.
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Celebrate Gratitude — the Elevated Way
Friendsgiving is about choosing connection — and cannabis has a beautiful way of bringing people together through presence, conversation, and shared rituals. Whether you’re hosting or attending, adding cannabis thoughtfully can make the celebration more memorable, more intentional, and more deeply rooted in the spirit of gratitude.