Disney chefs offer tips and tricks for the perfect holiday feast

Executive chef John Prieto, sous chef Anthony Scott talk proper turkey preps, sides, more

ORLANDO, Fla. – The holidays have arrived, which for many means a family feast is in order. To help everyone create the perfect spread, a pair of Disney chefs are offering their expertise.

Executive chef John Prieto and sous chef Anthony Scott work in Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World, where they help feed thousands of guests daily.

The pair offered tips on proper turkey preparations, from brining your bird to the ideal way to carve and present it.

They also talked about sides and their personal family traditions when it comes to the holidays.

The chefs are also part of the Disney team that will help feed the needy at Coalition for the Homeless and Harbor House of Central Florida. It is a tradition the park has been taking part in for more than 25 years.

You can hear all of their tips and tricks on the latest episode of Florida Foodie. You can watch in the media player at the top of the story.

As an added bonus, Disney shared its pecan pie recipe. You can find it below:

Check out the Florida Foodie podcast. You can find every episode in the media player below:


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Thomas Mates is a Streaming Executive Producer for News 6 and ClickOrlando.com. He also produces the podcast Florida Foodie. Thomas is originally from Northeastern Pennsylvania and worked in Portland, Oregon before moving to Central Florida in August 2018. He graduated from Temple University with a degree in Journalism in 2010.

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Lisa Bell has been in Central Florida since 2007, covering the big stories that impact our community. Lisa was promoted to News 6 evening news co-anchor in May 2014.

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