Month: September 2011

Tahitian Squash Grower: McGrath Family Farm   Seasons/Availability: Resembling an overgrown butternut squash, Tahitian squash can weigh in anywhere between eight pounds and thirty pounds and grow to three feet in length! Described as sweet and delicious, this versatile variety releases a fragrance some say is reminiscent of cantaloupe while others say its scent is …

Julian Empire Apples Grower: Raven Hill Orchard   Seasons/Availability: August thru October and possibly stretching into November and December. The Julian Empire variety boasts a colorful red and green skin…. <<Read more about this item>> THE FARMS: Be Wise Ranch – Escondido, CA Heirloom Tomatoes Chard- Rainbow, Green and Red Kale- Dino, and Green Collard …

Carnival Squash Grower: Weiser Family Farm Seasons/Availability: Carnival Squash is available during the fall months. The carnival winter squash is a colorful, small, hard-skinned variety. It is a cross between an Acorn squash and a Sweet Dumpling squash. The Carnival squash has a multicolored mottled outer skin and a golden yellow flesh. With a nutty, …

Cho Juro Asian Pears Grower: Penryn Orchard   Seasons/Availability: Cho Juro Pears are available in September and October. This pear is a rare heirloom japanese variety. It has a darker orange skin with a cream colored flesh and a hint of butterscotch flavor. Excellent for poaching, braising, or slicing raw and pairing with cheese… <<Read …

Finger Limes Grower: Shanley Farms   Seasons/Availability: The Finger Limes are available August through January. Known as the caviar of citrus, these tiny digit shaped limes are practically in a category all their own. Their aromatic skin appears in a triad of colors and the flesh holds caviar-shaped vesicles that pop crisply in your mouth …