NASA astronauts shared a special Thanksgiving message on social media showing how they celebrate the holiday high above Earth at the International Space Station.
Astronauts in space get to enjoy a wonderful Thanksgiving dinner, too! While they can’t exactly cook a turkey in space, they do get to enjoy a delicious meal, thanks to the recent SpaceX CRS-31 resupply mission.
This year, the astronauts at the International Space Station will be enjoying a festive meal that includes some staples like smoked turkey, brussels sprouts, butternut squash and apples. The meal is prepared by NASA’s food scientists, who ensure that the food is not only delicious but also safe to eat in space.
In the past, astronauts have enjoyed other treats like smoked turkey, candied yams, and even blueberry-cherry cobbler. They’ve also had the opportunity to share their Thanksgiving meal with international crew members, making it a truly global celebration.
It’s wonderful to see how astronauts get to enjoy the holidays, even when they’re not on Earth. Happy Thanksgiving to all the astronauts in space!
