Friday, 25 October 2013

A Halloween Story of Kale


 

Article via The Smithsonian 'Food and Think'


Halloween is often associated with tricks and treats, and the only 'vegetables' that come to mind on Halloween eve are often pumpkins and candy corn. So you may be surprised to learn more about Halloween's leafy green roots in Kale.

Check out this article (click here) via the Smithsonian 'Food and Think'. Learning more about Halloween's history is a great activity the whole family can enjoy. Kids may even want to try some fresh new halloween treats, like delicious kale chips! What do your kids think of the goofy 'Cromartie fool'?


The Cromartie Fool holding a kale stock. Check out the article linked above to learn more about this traditional Halloween figure! Image courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.


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