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! "
torviewtoronto and createwithmom
the pumpkin post is cool beautiful shapes and colours
nipponnin
I enjoyed this blog very much. What a fun festival you have been.
Kalyan
Simply beautifully captured shots...its fun to see the carving out of the poor pumpkin during this time...well captured spirit of the Halloween celebrations there.
visda
Gorgeous pictures! Your pictures are like a complete tour of the festival.:-)
Purabi Naha
Kankana, first of all, Shubho Bijoya! Oh, this post is so amazing! The pictures are so colourful...even I felt like I am also a part of the festival at Half Moon Bay. Tose pumpkins in the shape of swans and the 1st picture are worth a praise!!
Manu
Sounds like you guys had lots of fun! I love pumpkin too... I think the bright colour also makes me smile! 🙂 Great pictures, as always and I am looking forward to seeing what you'll come up with to use all those pumpkins!
Angie@Angiesrecipes
A fun season, isn't it!
Reem | Simply Reem
Lovely Pics Kankana....
I love pumpkin picking, we are heading to the patch this weekend...
foodwanderings
Aww Kankana it's such a nice recap of the season. The carving is so striking. Sounds like sich a fun day to go around and snaps such great shots.
Tadka Pasta
Lovely pics, Kankana, really enjoyed them, especially the first one and..oh, all of them, really 🙂
Liz
Beautiful photos!!! You've captured autumn so well~
sarah
Love your pictures! Seems like it was totally worth sitting in traffic for!
Sissi
Beautiful photos! They have almost made me dream about pumpkins (I am not a big fan normally). Thanks for sharing!
Sandra
These are great pictures the crushed velvet pumpkins are really cute.
Sukanya
you seems to have a great time n enjoying pumpkin fest. delightful pics..we also visit one last week, but it was based on spooky theme and haunting music 🙂
Kiran @ KiranTarun.com
Love all these pumpkins popping up all over! Gorgeous photos honey. Now I've got to plan a day to go pick out a pumpkin before Halloween 😀
Roxana GreenGirl
I heard so much about the Half Moon Bay Festival but never had the chance to be there. Thank you for the virtual tour. Everything looks great and your photos are stunning as usual.
Looking at your pumpkin patch photos I wish the rain stops so we can go too. Can't wait!
Jay
wow...fascinating pics..
love your post..
Tasty Appetite
rebecca
oh wow this is a fun pumpkin post I am with your hubby would love to see those night lights
Melanie
Yes, we also have pumpkin festivals in our area this month, and we love going to them! Great pictures, I especially like the first one with the carved faces!