On this day, Orthodox Christians commemorate Saint Eudokia, whose name, according to Russian tradition, sounds like Avdotya. The main tradition associated with the holiday is the raspberry harvest (hence its name). Avdotya was also called the “Cucumber Girl” for a reason - it was believed that the last tasty cucumbers could be eaten only until August 17, and after that they become crooked, turn yellow, acquire bitterness and lose their flavor.