HARVESTS AND HAUNTS HALLOWEEN THROUGH THE AGES
From overseas traditions that have lasted for thousands of years to a major modern- day celebration here at home, Halloween has diverse and storied traditions. Here’s a closer look at the holiday that brings eerie excitement to our front doors. HALLOWEEN IS OLDER THAN YOU MAY THINK. If you lived in Ireland, the United Kingdom, or northern France more than 2,000 years ago, you likely would have celebrated the start of a new year on Nov. 1. The date selection made sense, as the beginning of November marked the end of the harvest and the start of the cold winter. The changing weather also had spiritual significance for most of the population at the time, particularly the Celts, who believed that the night before, Oct. 31,
blurred the lines between the dead and living worlds. This belief prompted an event known as Samhain, in which celebrants wore costumes to shield themselves against the ghosts said to roam the land on this day. In the 8th century, Pope Gregory III put a Christian spin on the proceedings by naming Nov. 1 “All Saints’ Day” to honor religious figures. The evening before became known as “All Hallows’ Eve,” with “hallow” being an archaic term for “holy.” Later, it was shortened to “Halloween” in most people’s vernacular. SPOOKINESS THRIVES HERE IN SOUTH CAROLINA. While many of our neighborhoods will gleefully participate in this year’s
ghoulish fun, one place in our state is the definitive spot to celebrate. Three years ago, Conway, a city with a population of approximately 30,000, officially renamed itself “the City of Halloween” for October. The Horry County hotspot has since become an annual destination for visitors far and wide who want to experience the city’s Halloween-themed events and attractions. According to the official “City of Halloween, SC” Facebook page, the holiday is “a whole month- long Conway-style celebration” that promises “a season full of tricks, treats, and community spirit.” Initially devised to increase tourism and commerce, the City of Halloween concept has continued to deliver big thrills and media attention to this relatively small community.
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TURKEY AND HUMMUS COLLARD WRAPS WITH COCONUT CURRY SAUCE
Inspired by ReclaimingYesterday.com
INGREDIENTS
DIRECTIONS
1. Mix all sauce ingredients until smooth. 2. Prepare collard leaves by cutting the stems off and trimming the thick vein that runs down the center of the leaf so that it lies flat. 3. Blanch collard leaves by dipping them into hot water, then immediately into cold water. 4. Dry leaves and lay flat, spreading 1–2 tbsp of hummus onto the center of each. 5. Add several turkey slices and sliced veggies. 6. Fold the right and left leaf sides in
Sauce: •
1/2 cup organic full-fat coconut milk 1/4 cup almond butter 2 tsp red curry paste
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3 tsp low-sodium soy sauce
1 tsp honey Pinch of salt
Wraps: •
4 large collard green leaves 1/2 cup hummus, divided
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APPLES ASTER COFFEE CONSTITUTION FOLIAGE GRANDPARENTS
LABOR LUNCHBOX PIRATE SAPPHIRE VIRGO WAFFLES
3/4 lb sliced turkey 1/2 carrots, grated
1/4 bell pepper, sliced thinly
toward each other. Roll the collard leaf tight and tuck in the edges. Secure with two toothpicks, slice down the center, and serve with sauce for dipping.
1 zucchini, sliced thinly 1/2 avocado, sliced 1/4 cup cabbage, thinly sliced
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