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flag Azerbaijani vendor in Moscow sells Russian-raised turkeys to American expats celebrating Thanksgiving.

flag In Moscow, where Thanksgiving is not a traditional holiday, American expatriates face difficulty finding turkeys, but Azerbaijani vendor Alman Goosenu supplies 10- to 15-pound Russian-raised turkeys to meet demand. flag He prepares them on-site with a blowtorch, offering a rare connection to American tradition amid cultural and logistical challenges. flag While he avoids political topics, Goosenu emphasizes the holiday’s spirit of connection over cost, helping expats celebrate despite the distance from home.

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