Gourd artistry has been around for centuries throughout Africa. Once utilized for practical reasons, such as storage and ...

Known for their colorful vibrance and intricate designs, African crafts can be easily made at home without breaking the bank, ...

"They're all shapes and sizes," he went on. "Some look like sea urchins, some are like little maracas, you should shake them." But gourds were truly for looks only. "You can't eat 'em. They're a ...

The Science Behind Decorative Gourd Season Gourds are the runts of their family of fruits, too tough and bitter to eat, but they remain one of the most popular crops of fall Jason Bittel October ...

MLive File Photo Decorative gourds, including orange and white-warted, are ideal for fall-themed displays in and outside the home. It’s difficult to be bored with gourds.

Decorative gourds are a staple of autumnal farmers' markets across the United States. The multi-colored squash are a popular fall decoration, and it’s common for people to seek out the strangest ...

The decorative tradition continues today, with the down-to-earth appeal of gourds lending itself to every level or art.

"They're all shapes and sizes," he went on. "Some look like sea urchins, some are like little maracas, you should shake them." But gourds were truly for looks only. "You can't eat 'em. They're a ...

"Most gourds are decorative, but I'm a curious chef and I always wonder what you can cook," Ken Oringer, chef and co-owner of the restaurant Toro said over the phone. "As long as they're not going ...