I love this time of year when my beloved mangoes are readily and affordably available by the case. But if I had one complaint about mangoes, it would be the stringy flesh. And if I had another complaint, it would be the large pit. Not that I am complaining, because I would pick a mango…
Nuts About Lychee
It wasn’t exactly love at first sight when my sister brought home a plastic bag of small, round, bumpy-encased fruits called lychee. And even after peeling open the reddish-brown shell to discover a translucent-white glossy fruit, I still wasn’t exactly smitten. But at first bite, it was a different story. Its sweet, juiciness was…
I Heart Artichokes
If ever there were a vegetable so full of intrigue, it could be the centrepiece of a steamy romance, a potboiler and a hotbed of controversy, the globe artichoke would take the prize. With its ties to mafia, royalty, celebrities and even the gods, the artichoke has been called a monstrosity, rhapsodized in poetry by…
Kohlrabi – Down to Earth
Often described as a little Sputnik, Kohlrabi may look like something from out of this world, but this member of the cabbage family is very down to earth. Growing just above-ground, Kohlrabi is an easy and prolific vegetable to grow, adapting well to various climates and geographic areas. Some say Kohlrabi was popularly grown throughout…
Say Yes to Ya Pear
When I find a new food, it is always surprising to discover its history, and how it has been enjoyed by cultures around the world for thousands of years. I don’t like missing out on the good things in life, and foods from around the world are definitely some of the best things to enjoy….
