Posted on January 23rd, 2012 by Fruit Maven
Exploring Fruit is a series where I explore what fruit has to offer the world in terms of design, in addition to the snacking aspect that I usually highlight. If you could see me right now you would find me a little giddy and my eyes wide open and sparkly. Stars! Just look at those pictures. Who knew fruit was so cool? So. Cool.
The series has just begun. If you want to explore more click this link for a previous entry on fruit color. More in texture, pattern, and shapes are on the way.
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THIS WEEK: STARS
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Tags:explore·Shapes·stars
Posted on January 20th, 2012 by Fruit Maven
I finally got my hands on a bergamot orange this week and I have been scheming about what I’m going to do with the luscious rind. Heidi from 101 Cookbooks just happened to post a recipe for gorgeous citrus salts a few days ago, which are a definite possibility. But I am thinking I want to pair this up with Earl Grey tea somehow. Bergamot oil is what provides the distinct flavor of Earl Grey so it seems like an obvious way to push the flavor. I’ve got a few things brewing so stay tuned for a recipe next week.
As we chat about bergamots, I need to warn you that Internet seems to have some confusion about two different fruit that both seem to be bergamot but are pretty different. (Yes, I like to refer to Internet at times as if he/she is my personal friend – same way I do when I’m talking about my good, close friends Brad and Angie - I loved Angie’s dress at the Globes.) So beware when looking to purchase them. David Lebovitz does a pretty straightforward job of describing the competing specimens. The true bergamot is a cross between a sour orange and an uncertain citrus – potentially a lemon, citron or limetta (sweet lime). Once again the wacky citrus world has been flouncing around. I can’t say this shocks me anymore as it appears the citrus world is notoriously wild. You can’t leave them alone for one second. [Read more →]
Tags:bergamot·Citrus·orange·winter
Posted on January 19th, 2012 by Fruit Maven
Today I bring you some adorable fruit cozies from the etsy shop, The Little Road Said Go. Just looking at these makes me feel warm and loved. I don’t pack a lunch, but if I did you can bet I would be carefully wrapping my beloved heirloom fruit in one of these babies. It would keep them from bruising, in addition to increasing my personal wow factor. In fact, I may need to wrap my fruit in one of these, find a crowd and then conspicuously unveil my perfectly styled produce. Then I will just revel in the admiration. Can you imagine the crowd that will gather? Yes — I’m putting that on my to-do list right now. What kind of Fruit Maven would I be if I didn’t make a big display of the fruit I eat? I know I already write a fruit blog about it, but I owe it the fruit. I really do.
Sidenote: I do not know this seller nor do I make anything if you buy these from him or her.
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Tags:Apple·Banana·Pear·Tool
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