Halloween didn’t start with candy. In this episode, I trace All Hallows’ Eve back to its roots—harvest rites, church fast days, and the plant-based foods at the heart of the holiday, from pumpkins to apples (and yes, another meat-free holy day).
Curious about the plant-forward roots of other holidays? Explore my series, The Food History of Easter and Passover—Through a Plant-Based Lens, where I trace the symbols and stories through their enduring food traditions.
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