THIS WEEK’S FRUIT
Navel Oranges
California Oranges, Springville, CA
California Navel Oranges are considered to be the best Navels for eating out of
hand. They have a thick skin that is easy to peel, are seedless, and have a meaty
and sweet flesh that makes them a perfect snack. Navels are also great for juicing
and cooking. Store out of sunlight for 2-4 days on the counter or up to two weeks in the
fridge.
Hass Avocado
Tomorrow’s Organic,Monterey, CA
Creamy in texture, nutty in flavor, with a small to medium seed. The Hass skin
is easy to peel and darkens from green to purplish-black as it ripens. Store on the
counter out of direct sunlight.
Ruby Grapefruit
Sundance Natural, Oceanside, CA
The Grapefruit is said to be a cross between the Jamaican sweet orange and the
Indonesian pomelo, first documented in 1750. Red grapefruit was an accidental
discovery of a red fruit growing on a pink grapefruit tree. They are prized for their
beautiful color and sweet flesh. Store out of sunlight for 2-4 days on the counter or up
to two weeks in the fridge.
Hayward Kiwi
Chieci Farm, Live Oak, CA
Originally known as the Chinese gooseberry due to its Chinese origins.
Hawyward Wright, a New Zealand nurseryman propagated his plants by grafting
and they eventually became the preferred cultivar of growers due to their sweet
flavor and thin skin. The kiwis are ripe and ready to eat upon arrival. Consume first
or store in the fridge.
Murcott Tangerines
Sundance Natural, Oceanside, CA
Murcott Tangerines are late season tangerines known for their rich flavor and
deeply hued flesh and juice. Their small size and sweet juice makes them a favorite
with little ones.Store out of sunlight for 2-4 days on the counter or up to two weeks in
the fridge.
Fuji Apples
Sundance Natural, Oceanside, CA
Fujis are a cross between Red Delicious and Ralls Janet, an heirloom apple dating
back to Thomas Jefferson. Fujis are loved by many for their crisp, sweet, and juicy
character. Store on your counter out of direct light for 4-5 days. Refrigerate after to
maintain crispness.
