The world of food hides secrets and curiosities that help us understand it better. Behind every bite is hidden information that we are often unaware of. Autumn arrives, and with it landscapes dyed in brown and orange colors. Seasonal products return, such as chestnuts, sweet potatoes, and the protagonist of the season: the pumpkin. The pumpkin is a fruit from the cucurbit family that we consume as a vegetable and of which we find various varieties with different colors and sizes. It occupies a prominent place in autumn and winter cooking, due to the large number of recipes it allows. It is a fruit rich in essential vitamins and minerals that carries a great cultural weight.