Pumpkins stop growing in temperatures over 28 degrees, so this year's hot UK summer means they haven't had as much time to grow, resulting in smaller fruit.
Freddy Vaudrey said "Sadly we're not gonna have some of the huge, gigantic pumpkins that we had over previous years."
Story from here
However there is a pumpkin farm in Hampshire, Southern England, UK that has created a huge Paddington Bear mural tribute to the Queen. It is made out of 10,000 pumpkins and squash. Isn't it wonderful, read the full story here
it will soon be time for the 2022 pumpkin
we'll just have to see how big the pumpkins are
~ and if you may be looking for a pumpkin recipe, how about this one ~
Provencal Pumpkin Tian
lovely Autumn / Fall food
Perfect for this time of year. A creamy starter, or side dish.
It works really well with roast meats and chicken.
see more details/recipe here
All the best Jan
36 comments:
Lovely.
My father didn't like pumpkin (he said it was animal food). It was never served at home but I love it.
I love pumpkins and make a nice vegan pumpkin soup! That is a lovely tribute <3
Oh Jan, that recipe looks wonderful!
Nothing wrong things made with pumpkins
Coffee is on and stay safe
That Bear is a national treasure, isn't he?
The pumpkin tribute is great.
Amazing tribute and the pumpkin tian looks so good.
That mural is a show stopper.
A delightful post Jan and a sweet photo of your grandson. Thank you also for that delicious recipe.
That was sure creative! Roger would probably like anything with pumpkin....
I forgot to say your grandson is so cute!
What a lovely tribute. I have a huge fat pumpkin sitting here that I must do something with.
That Paddington mural is cute. I haven't heard much about pumpkins here -- I'll have to ask around. We haven't had a lot of rain, either. Your little guy is just adorable.
Small pumpkins are still a great sign of fall. That is an adorable photo of your grandson even if it is a few years old.And I do like that tribute to the Queen very much. Happy new week!
Uy que linda imagen. Gracias por la receta. Te mando un beso.
...pumpkin is a special fall flavor.
I love pumpkins and just had some soup yesterday. Gotta make more!
I may have to try that pumpkin recipe. I love anything pumpkin. What a great tribute to the Queen. I'll carry MY sandwich in my purse like she did, too!
Lovely photo of your grandson with the pumpkin...:)
I like the pumpkin regular, but in this area it has happened the same, the hot summer that has marked a record of temperatures has ruined the crops.
Best regards.
What a beautiful tribute to the Queen!
Pumkins are not so big as they should, because of the unusual warm weather and water shortage.
Hello,
Love the Paddington pumpkin tribute. You grandson is cute, happy with his pumpkin.
Thanks for the recipe. Take care, enjoy your day!
Look at all the pumpkins in the photo to honor our/your queen! Beautiful. I've always been in awe of Queen Elizabeth. What a duty she had all those years, and without a doubt missing her beloved husband.
That recipe looks divine however that is not one of my favorite foods. That's really saying something since I'm teased because I love liver and onions over grits! :)
xoxo
Lost my comment! :(
I love Paddington!
oooooh that pumpkin tribute is awesome!! and what a cutie your grandson is, that smile is precious!!
En mi tierra se quedarían enanas, hemos estado bastante tiempo, con temperaturas superiores a los 40º.
Buenas Noches.
Boa tarde. Confesso que eu gosto mais de abóboras do que abobrinhas. Obrigado pela dica maravilhosa.
This is a nice post Jan. I love the photo of your grandson holding the pumpkin. Thank you for sharing this and also for the delicious sounding recipe.
Wishing you all the best, dear friend! Have a wonderful week!
The perfect tribute!
Nice homage... and I immediately watched the film again.
Today I bought a pumpkin from the store - and I found them quite small - thanks for your explanation.
I cooked a pumpkin soup - delicious - I like it very much.
Thank you for your beautiful photo of your grandson... wonderful.
p.s. I'll look at your recipes with pumpkin again when I get a chance. hug
That Paddington Bear mural tribute is incredible! And the recipe is really nice. Thank you.
I am making pumpkin soup this weekend…my favorite love it 🍀🍀🍀
Pumpkins, I love them so much!
All the best,
Hilly
The pumpkins up here seem to be the same size as ever - huge. We didn't have the same summer up here, just a week or so.
this is sad that changing climate is effecting the pumpkin growth negatively
your grandson is adorable :)
more blessings to you and loved ones!
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