I have nothing against turkey. We eat turkey for Thanksgiving in my house.

On its face, Forgione’s line is a plainspoken defense against being cast as “anti-turkey,” likely in a culinary discussion where he has criticized turkey’s flavor, preparation, or its dominance in holiday menus. By adding the domestic detail—“in my house”—he separates professional opinion (a chef’s preferences, standards, or menu philosophy) from personal tradition. The quote underscores how food debates often become identity debates: disliking a dish can be read as rejecting a cultural ritual. Forgione’s phrasing reaffirms participation in the ritual while leaving room to question the ingredient’s merits or the way it is typically cooked.