Editorial photo #13373572 Human Interest

Hamantaschen

Apple, poppy seed, prune, and apricot hamantaschen are seen a few days before the Jewish holiday of Purim in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, on February 24, 2026. Hamantaschen are traditional pastries eaten during the Jewish holiday of Purim. The triangle-shaped hamantaschen are said to be a reminder of the triumph of the good Queen Esther over the evil Haman, who plans to destroy the Jewish people. The cookie itself is symbolic, with the most common interpretation being that they resemble the three-cornered hat worn by Haman. (Photo by Creative Touch Imaging Ltd./NurPhoto)

Photo details

Photo ID: #13373572
Date taken: 24 February 2026
Location: —
Photographer: Creative Touch Imaging Ltd/NurPhoto
Category: Human Interest

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