Sf. Vasile (Old New Year)

My colleague was quite accurate when he compared Sf. Vasile to Halloween. The traditions are somewhat similar. On the evening of 13 January, children come to our door and we dole out candy, money, and colac (a celebration bread). The following morning, the children come back to throw seeds at your door step and wish you a happy harvest in the upcoming year. This tradition is called "the sowing."