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Monday 3 October 2022

Pumpkin Time Comes Around Again, with a special tribute to Queen Elizabeth

A farmer from Eye, Suffolk recently gave an early warning that pumpkins won't be as big as usual this Halloween, due to the hot weather and lack of rainfall.

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



grandson with a lovely pumpkin, photo taken in 2014 ... wonderful memories
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

You will find a variety of articles/recipe ideas, within this blog. It is important to note, not all may be suitable for you. If you may have any food allergies, or underlying health issues these must always be taken into account. If you are a diabetic and not sure how certain foods may affect your blood sugars, test is best, i.e., use your meter. If you have any concerns about your health, it is always advisable to consult your doctor or health care team.

All the best Jan

36 comments:

Elephant's Child said...

Lovely.
My father didn't like pumpkin (he said it was animal food). It was never served at home but I love it.

Ananka said...

I love pumpkins and make a nice vegan pumpkin soup! That is a lovely tribute <3

Salty Pumpkin Studio said...

Oh Jan, that recipe looks wonderful!

peppylady (Dora) said...

Nothing wrong things made with pumpkins
Coffee is on and stay safe

Inger said...

That Bear is a national treasure, isn't he?

happyone said...

The pumpkin tribute is great.

Christine said...

Amazing tribute and the pumpkin tian looks so good.

William Kendall said...

That mural is a show stopper.

DeniseinVA said...

A delightful post Jan and a sweet photo of your grandson. Thank you also for that delicious recipe.

Rose said...

That was sure creative! Roger would probably like anything with pumpkin....

Rose said...

I forgot to say your grandson is so cute!

Lorrie said...

What a lovely tribute. I have a huge fat pumpkin sitting here that I must do something with.

Jeanie said...

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.

My name is Erika. said...

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!

J.P. Alexander said...

Uy que linda imagen. Gracias por la receta. Te mando un beso.

Tom said...

...pumpkin is a special fall flavor.

Angie's Recipes said...

I love pumpkins and just had some soup yesterday. Gotta make more!

Bleubeard and Elizabeth said...

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!

Margaret D said...

Lovely photo of your grandson with the pumpkin...:)

José Antonio Sánchez Rumí said...

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.

Giorgio said...

What a beautiful tribute to the Queen!
Pumkins are not so big as they should, because of the unusual warm weather and water shortage.

eileeninmd said...

Hello,
Love the Paddington pumpkin tribute. You grandson is cute, happy with his pumpkin.
Thanks for the recipe. Take care, enjoy your day!

Sally said...

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

Sally said...

Lost my comment! :(

Jenn Jilks said...

I love Paddington!

Debbie said...

oooooh that pumpkin tribute is awesome!! and what a cutie your grandson is, that smile is precious!!

Miradas desde mi lente said...

En mi tierra se quedarían enanas, hemos estado bastante tiempo, con temperaturas superiores a los 40º.

Buenas Noches.

Luiz Gomes said...

Boa tarde. Confesso que eu gosto mais de abóboras do que abobrinhas. Obrigado pela dica maravilhosa.

dellgirl said...

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!

Divers and Sundry said...

The perfect tribute!

Barwitzki said...

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

Martha said...

That Paddington Bear mural tribute is incredible! And the recipe is really nice. Thank you.

It's me said...

I am making pumpkin soup this weekend…my favorite love it 🍀🍀🍀

Hilly Nicolay said...

Pumpkins, I love them so much!

All the best,
Hilly

Phil Slade said...

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.

baili said...

this is sad that changing climate is effecting the pumpkin growth negatively
your grandson is adorable :)
more blessings to you and loved ones!