Coconut one of the best known tropical fruits. A fresh coconut can be cut opened from the top and sipped with a straw. The coconuts generally found in the produce section are brown because the outer husk of the coconut has been removed when they mature. When you crack open a mature coconut the meaty […]
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Passion Fruit


Passion fruit is unique in its look and taste. Looks like round eggs and has a sweet tart taste . When you cut in half an edible yellow pulp is revealed . The pulp can be spooned out an eaten as is , you can top your ice cream, and use it as a unique […]
Cactus Pear


Cactus pear also known as prickly pear because it resembles an actual cactus plant. It is filled with edible seeds. Cactus pear has similar tastes of a melon. You must cut it in half and scoop out the pulp with a spoon. The pulp can be used in drinks and sauces or topping on ice […]
Pepino Melon


Pepino Melon are small egg shaped melon with stripes . This melon is very sweet and , has the flavor of a cantaloupe and a honeydew. Try wrapping pepino melon in prosciutto for a twist on the classic melon and prosciutto. Sprinkle lime juice on pepino melons brings out its flavor.