My mom insists on it. So she makes it, nobody else really eats it or cares if it's there. I don't know why it's a Thanksgiving food for her, but it's not the same type of Cole slaw you find at a summer bbq.

Anonymous wrote:If someone in the family enjoys it and will eat it then it is appropriate.

that someone can eat it at home, alone.

I think of coleslaw as a summery food.

Not on my table, but I'm also a slaw hater. Very few instances do I think it adds anything. Also seems lazy as a side if youre bringing something.

No.

If someone in the family enjoys it and will eat it then it is appropriate.

If someone wants it, I’ll make it.

No. I like coleslaw but have never seen it. I’ve lived in the Midwest, the Southwest, and DMV.

my German grandfather always makes Cole slaw for thanksgiving. The vinegar-only type. I adore it, but do not serve it on Thanksgiving - just have it for leftovers.

Anonymous wrote:I didn't ever see it growing up in NC. Cole slaw is for barbecue and hot dogs.

SC low country here. I think someone bringing it would have been asked to leave

I didn't ever see it growing up in NC. Cole slaw is for barbecue and hot dogs.

NO

no. i think more bbq for that. But maybe a brussel sprout slaw

The is none whatsoever.

Help me settle a debate: Is there any geographic setting in which coleslaw would be considered an appropriate side dish at a potluck thanksgiving? Thank you for your thoughts.