Pineapple - The Universal Sign of Hospitality
Author: Yuri // Category: Hospitality, pineapple, UniversalThe pineapple has long been a popular symbol of hospitality and friendship. This symbolism has a lengthy history beginning when Christopher Columbus and his men landed on the island now known as Guadeloupe on their second voyage of discovery. In 1493, Christopher Columbus brought the fruit back to Europe from his voyage through the Carib Islands. This tropical king of fruits was crowned the "pineapple" by the English because of its resemblance to a pine cone and its juicy center, which reminded them of an apple.
To the Carib, the pineapple symbolized hospitality, and the Spaniards soon learned they were welcome if a pineapple was placed by the entrance to a village. This symbolism spread to Europe, then to Colonial North America, where it became the custom to carve the shape of a pineapple into the columns at the entrance of a plantation. Families often put a fresh pineapple in the center of the table when they had visitors. This was not only a colorful centerpiece but symbolized the greatest welcome and hospitality to the visitor. The fruit would then be served after the meal as a special desert.
Pine Apples
I love the fact that something as simple and delicious as a pineapple has a long history and is still used today to welcome guests. In my home, I have a welcome sign with a large pineapple in the center and over the pineapple are the words "Welcome Friends and Family." I also have a multifunctional silver tray with a pineapple, which I sometimes put on display on a shelf or use to serve cheese and crackers. I hope my guests notice the pineapple accessories in my home!
Pineapple - The Universal Sign of Hospitality
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