Most smoothie, no matter how exotic the ingredients are, tend to have a very simple base. Like apple, pear or orange juice. This one has an apple base. But the flavours come from strawberries and bananas. It’s an odd combination, but at the same time, not very exotic. Strawberry and banana are very basic flavours …
The peach tree is actually native to China. It was brought over to Europe via Persia, or modern day Iran. Interestingly, peach and nectarines are from the same species. And in 2018, China produces 62% of the world total peaches and nectarines. That’s all for your botanical lesson today. Back to the food tasting lesson. …
If a grapefruit is like an orange on steroids, then a pomelo is like a grapefruit on steroids. Or an orange on steroids on steroids on steroids. And if you don’t know what a pomelo is, it is like a grapefruit on steroids. Or you can take a look here. Tambun in Ipoh is famous …
Ginkgo is a tree with lots of stories to tell. From our previous post, we found out that ginkgo is the last surviving species in its genetic family. Also, unlike most plants, there are male and female Gingko trees. Another interesting story is how the white hard ginkgo nuts are produced and about that inedible …
Great big cherries for a great big mouth. Of all the fruits in the world, the cherry is the one that fascinates humans the most. The fascination starts from the time the tree flowers. In Japan, viewing cherry or Sakura trees at it’s full bloom is a nationwide event. The fruit itself is used in …
Karate chopping grapes! I have to admit, my food cupboard has had some management issues lately. Somebody me has not bought enough junk to review. However, fruits are also food. So here is the golden opportunity to introduce something healthy. The King’s Crown green seedless grapes. I plucked one, closed my eyes and popped it …
