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The goal was to assess each AI models ability to render these traditional foods with realism and appeal.

The attention to detail including the texture of the crispy skin made this main course look exceptionally lifelike.

screenshots of AI generated turkey images

Yet, the turkey was small and just too overdone to serve.

MetaAIgenerated an image that looked both real and appetizing, including juices in the meat.

Plus, the tablecloth was a nice touch.

AI generated images of mashed potatoes and gravy

However, the turkey appeared to need a bit more time in the oven to be completely ready.

Also, in comparison to the ChatGPT turkey, it looked slightly smaller.

ChatGPTproduced an image of a golden-brown turkey that looked well-seasoned and cooked to perfection.

AI generated images of green bean casserole

Mashed potatoes with gravy

Prompt:Create an image of a serving of mashed potatoes at Thanksgiving.

From the presentation to the perfectly portioned potatoes, its clear Meta AI knows taters.

Green bean casserole

Prompt:Create an image of green bean casserole for a Thanksgiving dinner.

AI generated images of cranberry sauce

Yet, the image seemed to lack the inviting presentation of the other images.

The presentation was inviting and detailed capturing the dish surprisingly well.

ChatGPToffered an image with vibrant green beans and a creamy sauce, topped with onion rings.

AI generated image of stuffing

Winner: Meta AIcaptured the essence of this side dish with just the right amount of crispiness and sauce.

Cranberry sauce

Prompt:Create an image of cranberry sauce for a Thanksgiving dinner.

Google Geminiblew me away with the realistic portrayal, highlighting the chunky texture and natural shine of the cranberries.

AI generated images of dinner rolls

The photographic image and presentation felt true to the actual dish.

ChatGPTcreated a bright, glossy bowl of cranberry sauce with a rich red hue that did not seem real.

Stuffing

Prompt:Create an image of Thanksgiving stuffing ready to serve.

AI generated images of pumpkin pie

Google Geminidropped the ball on this one.

Instead, the dark picture emphasizes the ambience rather than following the prompt.

The image was inviting, detailed and looked like it came straight out of a food magazine.

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Winner: Meta AIwon for its depiction of mouthwatering presentation of stuffing.

Meta AIgenerated a basket of dinner rolls with a rustic presentation, highlighting the golden crust.

Pumpkin pie

Prompt: Create an image of a Thanksgiving pumpkin pie.

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Google Geminiseemed to misunderstand the assignment, because it delivered a realistic slice of pie.

Yet, the image seemed to go off “next day” vibes based on the presentation.

ChatGPTcreated an image of a pumpkin pie with a dollop of whipped cream and cinnamon sticks.

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The chatbot consistently delivered the most realistic and detailed images, closely mirroring real-life appearances.

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