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Dragon Fruit... Something ancient, yet something new. The Pitaya, or Dragon Fruit as we have come to know it, has a beautiful pink colour and a somewhat odd appearance. This fruit is native to Mexico, and cultivated in Asia and parts of the United States. Over the last few years, it has become more popular in South Africa, and now even locally grown for us to enjoy. If you are unsure of what type of taste experience to expect, you can expect the following : the black seeds and texture will remind you of a kiwi. The taste however is sweet and zesty. This exotic fruit will colour up your salads, smoothies and fresh breakfast bowls with bright pink and purple shades. It's definitely something you will want to try out! #Support #Local #DragonFruit #Pitaya #FruitionFruit #ExcoticFruit

It is time for Rhubarb! Now that April is drawing to its end Poland will be the next source for the red-stalked plant. Rhubarb in Poland is one of the first vegetables to grow in the open air in late Spring and early summer. Known for a sour taste and usually cooked with sugar Rhubarb is made into serval pastries; pies, tarts and in Poland a Bun crumble called “Drożdżówka z Rabarbarem” all popular in the summer months. They also make a Rhubarb drink called “Kompot Rabarbarowy”, served chilled but made by boiling peeled Rhubarb in water with sugar. A popular drink, apparently a part of every Pole’s childhood memories for summer. If you’re interested in purchasing Polish Rhubarb please enquire at sales@yupi.ca. #summer #spring #poland #logistics #summervibes #summertime #summerfun #summerdays #summernights #rhubarb #foodindustry #summerdrinks #foodserviceindustry #summerharvest #frozen #frozenfood #harvest

This is the fruit of a Monstera Deliciosa. Mature Monsteras will produce flower stalks with a fruit in the center that looks almost like a large green pinecone. The fruits, considered a delicacy, taste a bit like a blend of pineapple, banana and a touch of citrus. Here are some more amazing things to know about Monstera houseplants: https://lnkd.in/gwgJx42M

Peru is also home to a diversity of corn varieties, each with its own unique flavour and useand it boasts a whopping 55 corn varieties. Peruvian corn has a long history, as it has been grown since 1200 BC at least. Common in Peru, purple corn is used in chicha morada, a drink made by boiling ground purple corn kernels with pineapple, cinnamon, clove, and sugar, and in mazamorra, a type of pudding Chulpe corn, for instance, is a type of yellow corn that is often consumed toasted with salt. Another common variety is Choclo corn, which has large, steamed kernels that are often served as a side dish. And then there’s Cancha corn, which is roasted and eaten as a snack. No matter what type of corn you’re looking for, you’re sure to find it in Peru. With so many delicious Peruvian corn to choose from, it’s no wonder that Peruvian cuisine is so beloved around the world. #peru #maize #agriculture Meutia Chaerani

Exploring the Traditional #CoffeeProcessing Methods in Africa. Your perfect morning #brew starts its journey thousands of miles away, often in Africa. The African coffee beans get their unique flavor from their unique processing techniques. In Africa, the 'natural' or 'sun-dried' method is popular. It's more than just a technique; it's a ritual. Imagine beans absorbing the sun's rays while drying naturally - this saturates your #coffee with fruity and floral flavors! Africa's coffee culture also embraces the 'washed' processing method. This involves a careful, precise process of fermentation and rinsing - giving your coffee a light, bright, and refreshing taste. Next time you're enjoying your #MorningCoffee, remember these traditional methods. Coffee lovers, what's your opinion on these processing techniques? Which one gets your vote - 'natural' or 'washed'? #CoffeeLover #CoffeeCulture . . . #CoffeeProcessing #AfricanCoffee #NaturalMethod #SunDriedCoffee #WashedMethod #CoffeeCulture #CoffeeConnoisseurs #CoffeeBeans #CoffeeBrewing

Did you know 🥑 An avocado is actually an Alligator Pear... See it?! The avocado has an awesome nickname which is almost never used. According to legend, an early English word for the avocado was “Avogado Pear.” This most likely was a translation mishap or came from someone who didn’t know what to call it. This name led to “alligator pear.” Although an accident, the nickname suits the fruit very well. Shaped like a pear, the avocado has skin that resembles that of a reptile, specifically an alligator 🐊 #tesco #sainsburys #asda #morrisons #iceland #marksandspencer #ocado #waitrose #lidl #aldi #aligatorpear #aligator #pear #fresh #produce #freshproduce #fruit #fruits #avocado #avos #import #export #rwanda #kenya #tanzania #premier #foods #premierfoods #permierfoodswholesale

Origin : San Marzano tomatoes are grown in the Campania region of Italy, in the rich, volcanic soil at the base of Mount Vesuvius. Flavor : San Marzano tomatoes are known for their sweet, intense flavor, and low acidity. Appearance : San Marzano tomatoes are plum-shaped, with a deep red color and thick flesh. They have fewer seeds than other tomatoes and are thinner and more pointed than Roma tomatoes. Certification : Authentic San Marzano tomatoes are DOP-certified, which means they meet strict standards for traditional Italian food and methods. Harvest : San Marzano tomatoes are harvested by hand between the end of July and mid-September. #SanMarzanoTomatoes #ItalianCuisine #CasaMarrazzo #GourmetTomatoes #AuthenticItalian #PomodoroDOP #ItalianFlavors #TomatoSauce #SanMarzanoDOP #MediterraneanCooking #ArtisanFood #CannedTomatoes #ItalianIngredients #TomatoLovers #FoodieFinds #ChefsChoice #SlowFood #FarmToTable #FlavorfulTomatoes #DOPCertified #NocerinoTomatoes #SarneseTomatoes #QualityIngredients #CulinaryExcellence #FreshFlavors #TraditionalRecipes #TomatoPerfection #LimitedEdition #MadeInItaly #PremiumTomatoes

From Fields to Your Brewery – The Journey of the Perfect Hop   In the quest for the perfect brew, the journey begins with the perfect hop. At Totally Natural Solutions, our commitment to quality takes us to the heart of the world's finest hop-growing regions—Germany's Hallertau and Slovenia's Savinja Valley. Here, our experts handpick premium hops right at the peak of harvest, ensuring each selection meets our standards.   What makes these hops the best choice for our hop oils? It's all in the lupulin—the golden, sticky substance at the core of each hop cone, rich in alpha acids, essential oils, and resins. This potent blend is critical for imparting the distinctive bitterness, flavour, and aroma signatures of top-quality beers.   By maintaining rigorous quality control from the field to the brewery, we ensure that our hop oils deliver consistency and excellence in every batch. Our patented advanced natural extraction methods capture the essence of these exceptional hops, preserving their purity and potency. The advantages of this process are manifold: brewers can achieve more precise flavour profiles with less variability between batches, optimise the efficiency of their hop usage by reducing waste, and ultimately produce beers of quality and character.    Are you interested in how Totally Natural Solutions can elevate your brewing process with superior hop oils? Contact us to learn more about the advantages of our meticulously sourced and extracted hop oils. TNS powered by ADM #craftbrewing #hopoils ##IGNHopfen #craftbeer #brewinginnovation #HMEZAD #HVGGermany #brewingbeyondboundaries #totallynaturalsolutions #adm

Taste the sweet life! 🍇 Our "SanLucar Candies" are the perfect #grapes for snacking during hot summer day. 🌞 The seedless berries are full of flavor and come in practical packaging to keep them fresh. They are available from July to September, depending on the variety, and will delight anyone with a sweet tooth as they taste particularly #sweet. Did you know that grape is probably one of the first cultivated plants used by humans? 🌱 Its origins can be traced back to the areas from the Caucasus to the Caspian Sea and date back to around 6000 BC. The especially #premium varieties of #SanLucar grow and thrive best in the sunny mild Mediterranean climate, but also in Chile, Brazil, South Africa, India, and Peru. 🌍

Review: Haitian rum made from fresh sugarcane juice that reeks of acidic fruitiness. The flavor gains depth from agricole-style potato skins and heavy esters. Simply yummy complexity! https://lnkd.in/dsrgYvrU