The
Mexican (non-organic) Papaya has been very limited of late. There have been concerns
about salmonella, and the extensive testing and scrutiny has slowed the
imports. We will try the Hawaiian Organic Papaya, which hasn't always
ripened properly. We hope that they will ripen properly this time, even
though I've heard that doing something over and over again, and hoping
for a different outcome is a definition of insanity. We do not carry the
non-organic Hawaiian papaya, which is both irradiated and genetically
modified.
Ribier Grapes (black with seeds) were very popular, but hard to find. We have ordered 45 cases to arrive next Tuesday.
Persimmons
are here. We have the hachiya, which is ovoid and a bit pointy. When
unripe, the high tannin content is harshly astringent. There are very
sweet and juicy when ripe, which is when they are softer than a baby's
cheek, any cheek will do. The fuyu, which is flattish, does not contain
tannin and can be eaten even when it is still hard, but juiciness and
sweetness will increase with ripening.
Members often ask if
they can eat Gourds. The answer is no. I am then asked, "why not?" I don't
eat gourds, I don't eat trees, I don't eat shoes...... I don't know why.
Fresh Chanterelles are under $10 per pound, the lowest price we've seen!
Cheeses Pumpkins, suitable for vegan diets, are so named because their shape
resembles a "loaf" of cheese that has been tied in a cheesecloth bundle.
Sweet, meaty flesh, perfect for pumpkin pie.
