The Farmers Market Box

Tsuru Noko Persimmons Grower: Penryn Orchard Description: Perfectly ripe Tsurunoko persimmons are petite, semi-tender, elongated, conical-shaped with a warm orange colored thin skin. The fruit’s flesh the color of brown sugar and cocoa and studded with thin flat seeds. Their flavor reflective of their flesh’s color, filled with warm notes of chocolate, sweet baking spices and …

Crispin Apple Grower: Penryn Orchard Description: The Crispin is of Japanese origin. It could also be referred to as a Mutsu apple. It is a large, juicy, green skinned apple with a sweet – tart flavor that has honey undertones. The Crispin is great for both eating and baking.  THE FARMS:   Frog Hollow Farms Warren …

French Leeks Grower: Windrose Description: French leeks differentiate themselves from common leeks in both appearance and flavor. The French leek is sleek with more snowy white flesh versus green throughout its shank, which is advantageous as the green leaves can be fibrous and less edible raw. French leeks have a savory sweet aroma and flavor without …

Romanesco Cauliflower Grower: 2 Peas in a Pod Description: Green Romanesco cauliflower produces almost florescent lime-green heads with tightly-beaded pointed florets that resemble individual spiraling cauliflower castles. Crunchy and nutty, this unique cauliflower offers a sweeter and milder flavor than regular white cauliflower.     THE FARMS:   Frog Hollow Farms Warren Pears Emerald Beaut Pluots Hosui …