Autumn of Red and Gold, Apple and Spice
The days are getting shorter, and the chill in the air is obvious as you dig out that big comfy sweater or extra blanket. For some, the cooler temperatures of fall are a welcomed relief from the hot and humid climate of the summer, while others are counting the days for summer’s return. Of all the Canadian seasons, autumn is by far the most colorful season and it is an exquisite feast for the senses. Our eyes get to gaze upon the red, gold, amber and yellow trees preparing to hibernate for the winter. Our ears get to hear the dry crunchy foliage that pile up on the sidewalks and walking trails. Our nose gets to smell the harvesting of apples, corn and pumpkins, and we get to taste the sweet delicacies made with cinnamon and nutmeg. We welcome the fall season by the foods we harvest and eat, the bodywork necessary to adjust, and the celebrations we observe. The combination of honey, apples and pomegranates adorn Jewish family dining room tables as th...