Pumpkins have always been my all-time favorite and no matter the different ways that Mom would cook it, it was always a delicious meal.
For a kid who never enjoyed food, even something as simple as a boiled mashed pumpkin with some hot white rice would bring a smile on my face and I would finish the whole plate without any fuss!
Last weekend, we went for a pumpkin festival near Half Moon Bay. It was not too far from home but it took us forever to reach there because of the horrible traffic jam. We covered 10 miles in one and half hour.. so you can imagine!
On reaching there, I couldn't stop capturing all these gorgeous colorful things around me. It was warm and crowded but we had our share of fun 🙂
That's one gigantic pumpkin..
There was food, music, and fun!
On our way back, we stopped by a pumpkin farm, clicked some photos and bought some pumpkins.
Time for some pumpkin shopping
Sharing the black and white photos with Susan for Black and White Wednesday
I would like to end this post with a small announcement from my friend Divya 🙂 She has done an amazing job in creating an online magazine.
In her own words... "I have recently launched an online magazine called the Flavour Fiesta magazine. The magazine is an extension of my blog which contains recipes inspired by global cuisine. My approach to cooking is to use fresh, healthy ingredients while not being afraid to experiment and try something new. The premiere issue is a collection of fall recipes that include homemade cereals, hearty soups, dishes using seasonal produce and even globally-inspired pizzas. Besides recipes, the magazine has some tips on reading nutritional labels and eating healthy. This is the first of many more magazines to come! "
skip to malou
I miss California so badly (I just moved almost a month ago from SD to STL) but upon coming across the terrible traffic that you've mentioned.. made me recall those awful days of stressful traffic jams in Cali... BUT looking at your beautiful clicks, it is well worth it. It fills the spirit and makes you smile... oh the splendor of autumn!
Tina(PinayInTexas)
Awesome photos, Kankana! It's like I've been to that wonderful Pumpkin Festival too! I'm pretty sure you had a great time...
yummy supper
Kankana, your post so captures the festive fall spirit. And you are reminding me that I need to get out there with my kiddos and pick up some pumpkins!
-E
Priya
Lovely colorful pictures... It's always fun to visit the pumpkin patch.
My wishes to Divya
sally
Great photos! I love all things pumpkin too!
Charles
Wow, beautiful pictures! I love that massive pumpkin... I think I could fit inside that! 😀 I wonder what they do with it... it could feed a small army!
Raji
Beautiful pictures Kankana...it was great fun viewing the pumpkin festival thru your lens.
Tina@flourtrader
This looks like a lot of fun! I have never been to a pumpkin festival, but I am obviously missing out. Great pictures-thanks for sharing this adventure!
Keerthana@lifenspice
Beautiful clicks Kankana!
nisha
brings back fond memories of our visit to the pumpkin patch in chicago..about 4 yrs back 🙂
Spandana
Beautiful pics Kankana...Looks like u had loads of fun!!
Kala
Gorgeous, festive images for the season Kankana!
Rosa
Thanks for sharing! I love pumpkins and wish we would celebrate that veggie here. Great clicks.
Cheers,
Rosa
athena
Sounds like it was a fun time, minus the traffic to get there! Those green gourds on the table look like birds 🙂
Notyet100
Awesome clicks,..
Ann
What a fun festival...and your pictures are amazing!
chinamyie @ love food eat
Beautiful photos 🙂
Brooks at Cakewalker
Kankana, Thank you so much for this post! I've always wanted to head to the coast to enjoy the festival at Half Moon Bay, and your photo tour made me feel as though I was there. The black pumpkins are amazing and so are you for sharing this journey with us. Brava!
Nami | Just One Cookbook
Hehee you must have left your home pretty late in the morning. We live 30 mins away from HMB but still it could take us for a long time if we don't leave home early enough, especially the festival weekend. Your photos are beautiful and I enjoyed them all. 🙂
Christine
Great photos.