Six special pickles, not one is the same, it should be hidden in the tree for a fun Christmas game! Is it big, is it little? Does it say number two? Your family must decide how this game is won....
Lemonade Stand Ornament. The lemonade stand is an iconic of part of summertime in American culture. No matter the coast or somewhere in the middle, summer isn't complete until you visit a lemonade stand and help the American dream live...
A delicious way to eat your vegetables, salads have been served at meals since Ancient Roman times. The bright, beautiful colors are appealing for the eye and are packed with essential vitamins and minerals that keep the body strong and...
Asparagus Ornament. Eating from the root cellar and canned vegetables all winter can get tiresome and boring. But asparagus represents the hope of renewal and the optimism of what spring might bring. Asparagus is one of the first crops harvest...
Dragon fruit grows on a cactus called the Honolulu queen. The cactus boasts unique features: flowers that only open at night and, fruit that resembles a dragon s skin with its bright red skin and green scales. Native to southern...
Long ago decorations, including ornaments of vegetables were given to young brides from well-wishers. It was believed to bring the bride good luck in the kitchen. The bell pepper decorations were given as a symbol of spice, excitement and cheerfulness....
The humble beet has provided healthy and delicious food to commoners and kings since ancient times. Today many gardeners and cooks remain passionate about beetroots because they are easy to grow, have a unique flavor and are exceptionally nutritious. ...
Grape ornaments are traditional symbols of friendship. Not only is the giving of a grape ornament a pledge of friendship, it is also symbolic of sharing a friendly glass of wine. This beautiful and finely crafted ornament is a perfect...
Often referred to as Nature's Wonder Fruit, bananas are one of the most widely consumed foods in the world. Sweet and easy to peel and eat, they contain fiber, minerals, and major vitamins, which makes them an ideal high energy...
Are tomatoes a fruit or a vegetable? Either way, tomatoes are delicious and nutritious! Tomatoes are botanically a fruit but used in cooking as a vegetable. Early glassblowers enjoyed making tomato ornaments because of their vibrant colors and they re...
Red Onion Ornament. One of the oldest cultivated vegetables, onions were once believed to protect against evil. In Ancient Egypt, the onion symbolized eternity because of its circle within a circle layered structure. In Ancient Greece and Rome, soldiers and...
Pineapples symbolize friendship and graciousness. They were hung on front doors or gateposts as signs of welcome and hospitality. People eventually began carving designs of pineapples into their doorways to welcome friends or even strangers into their homes.
Who says you must EAT your fruits and veggies? You can drink them too! Smoothies are a great way to incorporate more fruits and vegetables into your diet. Put nearly any fruit or veggie in a blender to puree and...
Fruit is often a symbol of abundance in biblical and mythological terms, especially with fertility, harvest and wealth. Giving the peach slice ornament is a wish for abundance for the receiver. This ornament also makes a great gift for bakers,...
Mango trees are a symbol of love and happiness with magical power to grant wishes. In India, a basket of mangos gestures friendship. Mangos are a delicious fruit when ripe but are bitterly sour if picked too early. The mango...
Apples were the traditional Christian symbol of temptation. Apples were hung on evergreen trees during the presentation of the Paradise plays in medieval times and used during reenactments of the story of Adam and Eve on Christmas Eve to reinforce...
