Named as the “queen of fruits”, mangosteen is a beautiful and delicious tropical fruit. But the only problem with this exotic fruit is, it is very rare in the US. Due to this reason, not many people know the right way to eat it. Mangosteen seeds take up a lot of space in the fruit, …
Mango chutney is one of the most delicious condiments you could ever make. It goes well with so many dishes whether you are making meat, vegetables, or snacks. Mango is usually just sweet enough but it doesn’t overpower the rest of the ingredients. It just makes everything sweeter and gives it a specific structure you …
Have you ever seen a wild banana ? It’s nothing like our everyday, supermarket banana. They come in different shapes and sizes and colors, and grow all over the place. You’re most likely to find wild bananas in tropical zones, so if you’re visiting somewhere tropical you might find them. But can you eat wild …
If you are in love with everything about fall, the flavors of pumpkin, cinnamon, and apples, then you might be a fan of apple butter. This sweet butter is often used as a side dish or simply as an addition to sandwiches. And if you are a baker in the making, you can use it …
Banana leaves are definitely something you’ve seen in many exotic restaurants, or in Asia if you’ve been there in vacation. Locals use banana leaves as quick and easy plates, or to wrap food, or to flavor something. Whatever the use, it’s clear banana leaves are important for a large part of the global population. Which …
Strawberries are undoubtedly the king of all fruits. The delicious and juicy soft-fruits are enjoyed by all of us. However, if you tend to throw the top part of strawberries in the trash before enjoying them, this article is for you. The taste of fresh, ripe strawberries is unbeatable. You can use this mouth-watering fruit …
The dragon fruit, otherwise known as pitaya, originates from Central America where it was popularized by the Dutch colonialists. It was introduced by the French into Southeast Asia. In Asia, the dragon fruit is known as the strawberry pear. It grows from hylocereus, a climbing cactus that very much resembles a tree. The word hylocereus …
If you’re a fruit lover then you’ve probably heard of passion fruit by now. And if you’ve never tasted it, then you may be wondering what passion fruit tastes like. Given its name you could expect it to be all kinds of flavors, and rightly so. Passion fruit does sound like a very flavorful, exotic …
Have you ever had durian, outside of Southeast Asia ? If yes, then you know it’s pretty pricey. Especially so for a fruit that’s really smelly and doesn’t sit well with many people. Still, folks can’t help but be both repelled and drawn by this incredible fruit. We’re thinking this has something to do with …
Almost all the fruits smell bad when they are rotten, but what about a fruit that already smells horrible in its ripe form? We are talking about none other than the ‘king of fruits’. The biggest indicator that tells if a durian is ripe, unripe, overripe or rotten, is its smell and taste. To determine …
No matter how bad a durian smells, nothing can beat its creamy, sweet and earthy taste. But after devouring all the flesh, what to do with the seeds? Can durian seeds be eaten? If you want to know the answer, keep reading below! Durian is known as the king of all fruits, still many people …
The unusual, spiky fruit durian has always made it to the limelight because of its horrible smell. This fruit is known to cause utter disgusts in the faces of people due to its ugly shape and pungent smell. Don’t be surprised if we tell you that it is banned in Singapore and some airways because …
Star fruit is a delicious tropical fruit, and as such, it’s in high demand whenever it’s in season. It usually has 5 ridges which, when cut into slices across its width, form an attractive star shape. So what do you do with the skin on those beautiful stars? Are they like citrus fruits, peel them …
If you’ve got your hands on some star fruit, then congratulations! These things are hard to come by, especially at a fair price. You may be wondering how to store star fruits, now that you have them. No worries, as it turns out, storing these fruits isn’t difficult, but it will require some care on …
Whenever you find an exotic fruit, you may wonder if it’s the best fruit or how to tell when it’s ripe. After all, it’s a new and interesting fruit, and you may not know much about it. This applies to star fruit as well. Not only is star fruit not easy to find if you …
With every passing decade, it is becoming easier and easier to obtain fruit that is out of season. However, while you may be able to purchase strawberries or mangos when they are out of season, that doesn’t mean they taste good! Furthermore, rare fruits are much more difficult to find when they are out of …
Do you love peaches ? Then you may be wondering all sorts of things about them, including whether peaches grow on trees or not. Since fruits are so diverse, you’ll often find out your favorite fruit doesn’t grow the way you imagined, or maybe you it comes from a very far away land. In any …
The dragon fruit is native to Central America, South America, and Mexico, but is quite popular among foodies and health-conscious individuals in the US and across the world, who use it to make salads and smoothies. When is dragon fruit in season? The best time to get fresh dragon fruit is during the summer months, its …
You might have noticed that the pinkish fruit with white pulp and black seeds has taken over your Instagram feed. We wanted to know more about the fruit, and we researched its origins and whether it grows on trees or not. So does dragon fruit grow on trees? The dragon fruit grows in some species of …
The Dragon fruit, also known as the strawberry pear or pitahaya, is one of those fruits that commands the kind of recognition that other bland fruits such as the cantaloupe can only dream of. Typically, this fruit is exotic, considering its outside appearance of a reddish-pink flesh, partially covered in flourishing, green leaves. Once you slice it open, …