Haunted houses have become a Halloween tradition, with millions of people attending them each year. Throughout history, these attractions have received a boost from some surprising sources.
From drinks to decor, pumpkins are a staple during this time of year. And no matter how trendy those fancy seasonal lattes look, the obsession with this fruit dates back thousands of years.
If you’re shopping for Halloween decor, you’ve likely seen at least a few items featuring black cats. But while they’re associated with spooky imagery and bad luck in many places, some cultures have a much greater appreciation for black cats.
Halloween candy is big business. In fact, one study found that U.S. consumers spent an estimated 2.4 billion dollars on Halloween candy last year.
When it comes to seasonal beverages, apple cider holds a strong place among the fall favorites. This alcoholic drink, made from fermented apple juice, has been a go-to choice for centuries.
In the northern hemisphere, fall will officially begin this year with the autumn equinox on September 22nd.
The birthstone for the month of September, sapphires have been treasured as a precious gemstone in cultures as far back as ancient Rome and Persia.
Spanning from 1920-1933, the age of Prohibition is ironically most closely associated with the bootleggers and speakeasies which rose in response to the nationwide ban on alcohol. One of the many unintended outcomes of Prohibition was the increase in popularity of cocktails. Between the occasional need to mask the flavor of
In September, many Broadway shows are set to resume performances for the first time since March 2020. Let’s take a closer look at a few of the productions that will soon return to the stage.
The Tower of London is one of the city’s most well-known landmarks. Construction on the central keep began around 1078. And while it has become notorious for its time as a prison, the Tower of London has served a variety of functions in its nearly 1,000-year history.
Haunted houses have become a Halloween tradition, with millions of people attending them each year. Throughout history, these attractions have received a boost from some surprising sources.
From drinks to decor, pumpkins are a staple during this time of year. And no matter how trendy those fancy seasonal lattes look, the obsession with this fruit dates back thousands of years.
If you’re shopping for Halloween decor, you’ve likely seen at least a few items featuring black cats. But while they’re associated with spooky imagery and bad luck in many places, some cultures have a much greater appreciation for black cats.
Halloween candy is big business. In fact, one study found that U.S. consumers spent an estimated 2.4 billion dollars on Halloween candy last year.
When it comes to seasonal beverages, apple cider holds a strong place among the fall favorites. This alcoholic drink, made from fermented apple juice, has been a go-to choice for centuries.
In the northern hemisphere, fall will officially begin this year with the autumn equinox on September 22nd.
The birthstone for the month of September, sapphires have been treasured as a precious gemstone in cultures as far back as ancient Rome and Persia.
Spanning from 1920-1933, the age of Prohibition is ironically most closely associated with the bootleggers and speakeasies which rose in response to the nationwide ban on alcohol. One of the many unintended outcomes of Prohibition was the increase in popularity of cocktails. Between the occasional need to mask the flavor of
In September, many Broadway shows are set to resume performances for the first time since March 2020. Let’s take a closer look at a few of the productions that will soon return to the stage.
The Tower of London is one of the city’s most well-known landmarks. Construction on the central keep began around 1078. And while it has become notorious for its time as a prison, the Tower of London has served a variety of functions in its nearly 1,000-year history.
