Halloween, also known as AllHallowtide, All Hallows' Eve or All Saints' Eve, is a festival celebrated all over the world on October 31.
Halloween had its origins in the festival of Samhain among the Celts of ancient Britain and Ireland. During the Samhain festival the souls of those who had died were believed to return to visit their homes, people would also set bonfires on hilltops to frighten away evil spirits.
Halloween is a colourful three-day festival called El Día de los Muertos (The Day of the Dead). People bake cakes and treats which celebrate the lives of their relatives who are no longer here, and light candles to help guide loved ones home.
Chairs are placed by the fireside with each chair stands for a different family member, including those who are no longer here. It is believed that the spirits of past loved ones appreciate a comfortable chair after their long journey.
Before going to bed on Halloween night, some people leave a glass of water and piece bread next to a lamp that's left on - these are meant to welcome friendly spirits.
October 31st is often a time for ghoulish fun parties and gruesome games, and if you're throwing a Halloween party (or attending as a guest and need to bring a plate of something), check out a few of our Halloween party food recipe ideas.
These Halloween party foods are fun to look at, delicious, won't take too long to put together and won't break the bank when buying the ingredients.
Ghostly Ghouls Halloween Party Cake
Don't have the time to create your own ghoulish treats? Not to worry, we have a selection of delicious chocolate Halloween treats and lollipops, that are ready wrapped, finished with fun black and orange Halloween gift ribbon and ready to go. Sure to delight any pint size monsters in the making!!
Milk, White and Orange Spooky Spider Lollipops
Dive into a few delicious and inventive chocolate cocktails that will please any chocolate lover!
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