There are two main categories of grapefruit: seeded and seedless. TheyÍre also broken into color classifications: white, which has a yellowish-white flesh, and pink, the flesh of which can range from pale yellow-pink to brilliant ruby red. Pink grapefruit has a higher amount of vitamin A than does the white. The skins of all varieties…
One of the only members of the citrus family that is entirely edible, the Kumquat’s skin is sweet and its juicy flesh has a zesty, somewhat tart, orange flavor with hints of tangerine. The ultimate heirloom fruit, Kumquat growing practices have been documented in China as early as 1178 A.D. The word Kumquat comes from…
Primary varieties are Eureka and Lisbon. Both have smooth, firm skins, juicy flesh, and few seeds. Other noted varieties include Bears, Avon, Harney and Villafranco. Size & acidity of lemons differ according to the variety, as does coarseness & thickness of the yellow peel. The number of seeds contained in the flesh also varies, with…
Small and green, the lime is valued for the tart flavor of its flesh and peel. Just as sour as lemon juice, lime juice is more aromatic. If lemon juice is substituted for lime juice, the flavor can be very disappointing. The lime typically has a diameter of between 1 and 2 inches; its thin…
The story that Adam (yes, that Adam) wandered through the Garden of Eden wearing a fig leaf should give you an idea of how long figs have been around. It’s a shame that more Americans are not familiar with their attributes. According to Alice Waters in her new book, Chez Panisse Fruit, “Their soft, honeyed…
Figs are separated into four main botanical categories; and within these categories are many commercial varieties. Brown Turkey Figs are Bardajics, the main “common fig” variety. Black Missions and Kadotas are other members of the “common” category. As Brown Turkeys get further into their season, they will be reddish-brown outside and amber-pink inside. Early in…