21 Oct Tricks And Treats Around The World This Halloween
With Halloween just around the corner, pumpkins are being bought, costumes are being sorted and families are stocking up on sweet treats for trick and treaters. But, have you ever thought about the traditional treats that will be enjoyed by children (and adults) around the world this Halloween? Let’s take a closer look at what they are, so you can try something new this October and provide a unique treat for all the guests at your door and even implement into your own dinner party!
United States – Candy Apples
Otherwise known in the United Kingdom as the toffee apple, which is a renowned treat around this time of year, candy apples are very popular in the United States. With apples being in season, not only do they taste great, but there are loads of them to make plenty of candy apples! Covered in sugar syrup, this irresistible treat has made its way over the pond to the UK, where it never fails to disappoint year on year.
Ireland – Barmbrack
Barmbrack is a type of fruit bread, which is freshly baked on All Hallows’ Eve. This delicious loaf originated with different objects being baked into it, which would be personalised to the individual that would have a different meaning for the year ahead.
Portugal – Pão-Por-Deus
Otherwise known as a soul cake, the ‘bread of God’ (pão-por-deus) is eaten on the 1st November, as this is All Saints’ Day. The small and round treat includes raisins, spices, such as ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg and even currants. This treat is given to the poor and children who sing prayers for the dead as they go from door to door. These soul cakes are often shared out in other countries too.
Italy – Dolci Dei Morti
Dolci Dei Morti are little, chewy biscuits which are eaten by Italian families on 2nd November; All Souls’ Day. Otherwise known as ‘beans of the dead’ because of their shapes, they are made with lemon zest, cinnamon, almonds and pine nuts, which make a delicious combination.
Spain – Huesos De Santo
These ‘saint’s bones’ are white, long and tube-shaped and are made from marzipan. Also eaten on All Saints’ Day, the various fillings create a burst of flavour in your mouth and the syrup covering tastes sweet on the tongue.
Mexico – Pan De Muerto
Pan De Muerto is traditionally baked in the days before the Day of the Dead and is a sweet, soft bread roll, which is occasionally decorated with bone-shaped dough. Typically eaten next to a loved one’s grave, it’s a chance to celebrate their memory.
United Kingdom – Bonfire Apple
During Halloween and Guy Fawkes Night, the dark-coloured toffee is thoroughly enjoyed across the United Kingdom. Made from black treacle, sugar and butter, many variations are made to modernise this traditional and popular sweet treat.
So, this Halloween think about the different types of treats you want to serve your visitors and guests, and maybe make something from overseas! If you would like more information about our catering and culinary services at Chef’s Compliments, get in touch with a member of our team, today.
