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Fruit In September.

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It is still August and there are many late season 'Summer fruits' about to come to an end in September. It is a sad time for fans of Lychee, Peaches, Strawberries and Plums, but as one door closes another opens. In September we will be confronted with new season fruit, to name a few: Black Turkish Figs, Chinese Pomelos, Spanish Pomegranates and the Chinese Ya Pear . So, whatever the month there will always be some delicious fruit out there!   New Fruit; Pomelo (China, Israel) The Pomelo is the largest citrus in the world. It is a cross between the Orange and the Grapefruit, it however does not present the bitterness of a regular grapefruit. The pith is very hard and difficult to open so requires some experience. Should be in Tesco, Lidl and Greengrocers. It is in season from China, Mid September to Early March. Bursa Figs (Turkey) Although you can get figs pretty much all year round, the same doesn't apply to Bursa Figs from Turkey. This certain variety of
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My Top Ten Favourite Exotic Fruits!

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Over the years, I have tried some bizarre and interesting fruit, delicious exotics that I'm surprised to see in the UK to things like Cotton Candy grapes. But, it has all been delicious. Here is a top 10 list of my favourite fruits of all time! 10)  Drinking Coconuts. (Thailand) Drinking coconuts (a.k.a Young Coconuts) are becoming more and more popular in the UK, Great! These particular coconuts are purposely picked young for their high amounts of Coconut water. These coconuts are not usually eaten fresh, they are used for their water, which is bursting with health benefits (http://www.healthline.com/nutrition/8-coconut-water-benefits). The water is delicious as well as being healthy! 9)  Dragon Fruit. (Vietnam) Dragon Fruit is visually very appealing, with its intense outside to its bizarre inside, its definitely a fruit you should be considering for a fruit salad! Coming in three different varieties, White, Purple and Yellow. Most people consider the Yellow
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