Blog: Diwali, Halloween And The Humble Pumpkin
Pumpkin halwa and pumpkin pie! On October 31, while India celebrated Diwali, the world marked the day (or rather night) as Halloween. Pumpkins were in special demand. The humble pumpkin has myriad uses, from being sought after during Halloween to being ‘sacrificed’ and ‘smashed’ (in front of doors and vehicles) during Durga Puja/Ayudh Puja. Many…