Are You Ready for Thanksgiving 2012?

Most people plan Thanksgiving well in advance, but with so much time spent on the elections this year, Thanksgiving has kind of sneaked up on us.

Would you believe, it's only one week from today to Thanksgiving (Nov. 22) and with it the traditional beginning of the Christmas season.

If you haven't started planning for Thanksgiving yet, you're already in trouble, according to the website Epicurious. It suggests a six week prep time if you want to do the holiday justice.

Where are the best places in Sarasota to buy all the trimmings and turkey you need? And if you feel like dining out that day, what restaurant has the best Thanksgiving meal?

Of course, what are you most thankful for?