Today, December 25, everyone can join the celebration of to celebrate Pumpkin Pie Day. The event originated in the United States and gradually gained popularity in many countries around the world, UNN writes.
Pumpkin pie has a rich history that goes back about 400 years.
The first known recipes for pumpkin pie appeared in French and English cookbooks in the late 1600s.
Dessert as we know it today dessert as we know it today, began to take shape from the book "American Cookery" by Amelia Simmons, which was published in 1796 and contained a recipe for pumpkin pudding, baked in a crust.
In countries that use the Latin alphabet, today is the Day Without the Letter "L".
It is a playful holiday that revolves around a pun on the English for the word "Noel," which is synonymous with Christmas. The word "Noel" is is the French name for Christmas and is often used in many countries to refer to the Christmas holiday itself.
This is a holiday for pun lovers and those who enjoy linguistic creativity. It's a day to challenge yourself, by avoiding the use of the letter "L" in speech and writing.
According to the church calendar, today is also the Day of Remembrance of St. Spyridon, who lived in III century in Cyprus.
For his unwavering faith in the Lord, Spyridon was granted miracles, healings, and exorcisms. He was also ordained a bishop.
According to legend, during a long drought in Cyprus, Spyridon prayed to make it rain.
Mary, Joseph, and Spyridon celebrate their name days on December 25, Leonid.