The avocado tree (Persea americana) is native to the Southern part of Central Mexico and is classified as a member of the flowering plant family Lauraceae. Avocados are commercially valuable and cultivated in tropical and Mediterranean climates throughout the world. Avocado production in Australia is widespread with orchards found from the north-east to the south-west…
Figs are the fruit of the ficus tree, which is part of the mulberry family (Moraceae). Figs have a unique, sweet taste, soft and chewy texture and are littered with slightly crunchy, edible seeds. Fresh figs are delicate and perishable, so are often dried to preserve. One of the world’s oldest trees, the fig tree…
Persimmon is a deep orange, waxy fruit which is similar to a tomato in shape. Persimmons which have dark-coloured flesh are always sweet and should be eaten before they become too soft.
Persimmons are also rich in a number of vitamins, specifically vitamin A,
Custard apple also known as Cherimoya have strong anti-oxidant properties, are decadent and simply a delicious sweet sub-tropical fruit. Custard apples are regarded as wonder-fruits for pregnant women.
Well we all know winter is upon us here in Sydney. When I see kids with jackets on I know (mercifully) it’s not just me feeling it…it really is cold. I think we should enjoy winter, roasted chestnuts, hot drinks, warm soft blankets, dark (80%) chocolate, red wine – you get the idea. By the…