At Metro Airport, many were preparing to fly and see family and friends for Thanksgiving. More than 5.5 million people are expected to fly this holiday.

Located at the Daxton Hotel in Birmingham, Madam’s Thanksgiving grand buffet offers seatings from 2-8 p.m. Buffet features roasted turkey plus glazed ham, cedar baked salmon, seafood towers, salads, sides and desserts. $75 per adult; $35 ages 3-10; under 3 are free. For info and ordering: daxtonhotel.com

As Thanksgiving nears, cooks and hosts are getting ready for what’s considered the biggest food holiday of the year. It’s a herculean effort, pulling out all the stops to get one huge meal on the table.

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