Let’s talk turkey. The National Turkey Federation...

Let’s talk turkey. The National Turkey Federation wants young people to eat more of their product, so it is sponsoring a recipe contest for chefs, ages 12 to 18. Grand-prize winner receives $2,000. To enter, contestants must submit an original recipe that uses at least one pound of turkey. For complete contest rules, send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to: Rules, National Turkey Federation, 11319 Sunset Hills Road, Reston, Va. 22090.

For the more mature cook there’s the Cook’s Bookshop’s “My Favorite Cherry Recipe.” Invent an original recipe using cherries and bring it and the finished product to the bookshop for judging by 11 a.m. Feb. 20. Winner receives a $50 gift certificate. 3854 5th Ave., San Diego. (619) 296-3636.