It's the great turkey, Charlie Brown!

A Japanese acquaintance asked if I celebrated Halloween, and if that was with friends or family. He looked concerned when I said it was usually a friend holiday, so I asked if and how he celebrated.

"With family, of course."

And how?
"We gather together and eat a delicious dinner with many dishes."
Like...?
"Potatos, beans, anything, but most important is a turkey. Or a chicken.Any bird, as long as it is cooked--" he circled his arms and struggled for the word.
"Whole?"
"Yes!"
Hm. And then...?

"That's all. Is it as same as your country?"