It may seem natural to equate winter with comfort food and not fresh fruits and vegetables, but there are plenty of fruits that come into season in the wintertime – and you need them! Bereft of sunlight, the long, dark, cold winter days can deprive you of nutrients and sap…
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Continue ReadingOranges are most likely to come to mind first when we think of Christmas fruit – the winter citrus is a traditional addition to hanging stockings. But gourmet apples make a regular appearance in Christmas gift baskets, and no wonder – in some parts of the world, apples have long…
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Continue ReadingDid you recently get an apple fruit box from Pittman & Davis? If so, lucky you! If you buy Fuji apples regularly, we can guarantee you’ll appreciate the difference between a big Fuji Apple from your local grocery store chain and one from our orchards. If it never occurred to…
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Continue ReadingWhat’s high on America’s list of top health concerns? COVID-19 aside, the usual suspects probably won’t be much of a surprise to you: they include cancer, heart disease, diabetes (particularly Type II), dementia and obesity. But it may surprise you to learn that the apple – a common fruit –…
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Continue ReadingThere’s nothing like a hot breakfast on a chilly morning, and you’ll definitely fortify your immune system this apple-infused, cinnamon-spiced breakfast treat! Chock full of vitamin-rich apples and whole grains, this tasty oatmeal will be a hit with the whole family. Ingredients: 4 Pittman & Davis Fuji Apples, divided 1…
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Continue ReadingTea time isn’t complete without dessert, and today I want to share a treat that goes perfectly with your afternoon tea. The nice contrast between the sweet and the spice is delightful and you’d be surprised how simple it is to make. I present to you, our version of the…
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Continue ReadingWorldwide, apples are considered an important fruit and are loved by many due to their crispy texture, sweet flavor, and nutritional content. They have been cultivated since ancient times and their ancestors can be traced back to the mountains of Central Asia in southern Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and China. Although…
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Continue ReadingWith their crisp texture and tantalizing sweetness, apples have long been a staple fruit in the United States. But where did these beloved fruits originate from? Let’s delve into the fascinating history of apples and trace their roots back to their origins. Ancient Beginnings The story of apples dates back…