Weight Equivalents: Peach / Nectarine

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Peaches and Nectarines are the same species, but for commercial purposes are considered two different fruits. The trees originated in Northwest China and were spread through trade and conquest (Armies and camp followers dropping the pits after eating the fruit).. Peaches/Nectarines should be firm, with no bruising, cuts, or soft spots. How … Read more

Weight Equivalents: Apricot

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The origin of Apricots is not known definately. Various sources place it in present day Armenia, the Russian/Chinese border area, or Northern India. Apricots have a firm low juice flesh that ranges from tart to sweet in taste, and have a smooth or velvety skin. Apricots should be firm with no bruising, … Read more