Wondering if you can freeze persimmons ? They’re such a bright and lovely fruit, and sometimes hard to find ! So if you’ve got yourself a big batch of persimmons (or kaki) you may want to freeze them. But can you ? Can you freeze persimmons ? Yes, you can freeze persimmons just like any …
Known for a jam-like delicious flesh and brightly colored exteriors, figs are surely one of the sweetest tropical treats to cherish. However, the fact that they are available in so many different varieties, makes some people wonder which one’s sweeter than the other. If you wonder what fig is the sweetest, don’t worry because we’ve …
While the market is loaded with so many varieties of lychees, the super fresh ones are quite tough to find. The reason why the fresh ones are few is that sometimes they travel from great distances. In such a scenario, who wouldn’t want to purchase the delicious fruit in bulk when getting their hands on …
Wondering if lemons are fruits or vegetables ? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. More than one person gets confused when they see lemons in the veggie section in one supermarket, and then see them in the fruits section in another supermarket. Then there’s the whole botanical vs culinary term of fruit and vegetable that’s sparked …
Durians. As great as they may taste, the smell makes most people turn away from them. If you’ve never had this spiky, confusing fruit, then you may be curious to know just what a durian smell like. And why everyone’s so impressed by it, be it in a bad or good way. Well, this is …
Most fruits are indeed round, but for sure, there are many of them that are not round. So which fruits aren’t round ? We thought we’d take some time to do some research to answer this question properly. It can be hard to list all of them here because there are a lot of exotic …
Mmmm! Pineapples! These delicious, beautiful yellow fruits are almost too good to be eaten! Paired with coconut, they make a wonderful drink or frozen treat. Combined with oranges and limes, they create a delicious tropical juice! But, if you’ve been wondering just what kind of fruit a pineapple really is, if it is indeed a …
Apple jelly is a much-loved additive to many delicious dishes, and it’s a family favorite worldwide. From succulent puddings to mouthwatering sauces, its versatility and unique flavor profile make it a hot item in stores. While it’s certainly distinctive, there are a few alternative options if you find yourself short of this ingredient. Best apple …
Bananas are one of the most popular fruits around the world. Their sweet, distinctive flavor, matched with their filling, nutrient-rich content, makes them an excellent choice for a healthy breakfast, lunch, or snack during the day. But have you ever let your bright yellow banana turn black and mushy? Have you ever wondered if it …
Are matokes and plantains the same thing? Are matokes the same as bananas? If you’re also confused, then this post is for you! The soft, mushy, sweet, yellow banana is not the only fruit that belongs to the banana family. There are the other two banana-like fruits that often tend to confuse the non-native folks. …
Do you know what a matoke is? Are you wondering what exactly it is? If so, then do not wonder now because we are here and you are here as well. In this article, we are going to discuss everything that you need to know about matoke. By the end, we hope you’ll surely be …
If you’ve ever seen the beautiful granadilla flower, you might’ve mistaken it for that of a passion fruit! After all, both the granadilla and the passion fruit are from the same genus, the pentamerous (we’ll get to that later!) Passiflora. For this reason they look very similar, but are actually different. How different ? Keep in …
Due to the way plantains are used, you may be wondering if they’re not actually undercover vegetables. Well, as it turns out we’ve got a story for you. Plantains are similar to bananas, and some folks even believe that “plantain” is another name for bananas. In fact, these two are different (yet related) species and …
While eating plantains, did you ever see some red color in their middle part? Did you ever wonder why this happens and what is the reason behind this red color? Are you curious to know the reason? If so, then stop right here because we are here to give you answers. In this article, we …
Boil them, mash them, make crispy chips or enjoy them as a delicious dessert, plantains are amazing fruits. The best thing about plantains is their versatility. They can be used in all the forms, raw, ripe and overripe. These amazing fruits work as delicious vegetables as well, they are used in many traditional cuisines. Although …
Orange marmalade is one of the most delicious yet complicated condiments you could ever make at home. It goes well with many interesting snacks and everyday meals whether you are making meat, vegetables, or salads. Orange marmalade is mostly used in breakfast in many European countries such as the United Kingdom or any Slavic countries. …
Are the mangosteen and mango related or are they part of different families? Do they taste the same or is mangosteen used as the synonym of a mango? If all these questions are rising in your mind and if you’re curious to know if they’re different or just the same, then you need to be …
Have some beautiful, purple, shiny mangosteens at home and wondering how to store them? Mangosteens, or let’s call them the queen of fruits, are beautiful and exotic tropical fruits. They not only taste great but can be used in other dishes to enhance the taste. Because they are less common in the US, not many …
Wondering what a mangosteen taste like ? You’re not alone. This is not a very common fruit outside of Southeast Asia, so many people have no idea what it taste like. Luckily we found out what mangosteens taste like, so you can know too. This way you’ll know if it’s worth those 8-15 dollars next …
Looking for mangosteen in the supermarket, and you’re a bit shocked by the price ? Mangosteens can get really pricey, but there’s a reason for that. Actually, there’s a few reasons and we’ll get to explaining all of them today. Why is mangosteen expensive? An important reason mangosteen is so expensive is that it is …