The Produce Station
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The Produce Market Update
by Andrew Gorsuch
Friday February 3, 2012

Soft Fruit from Chile is great right now!
I just went down into the store to do some tasting, I ate peaches, nectarines and red plums and I can’t decide which one I liked the best!  Seriously!  We’ve been experiencing summer weather here in Michigan, why not give the fruits of summer a try too?

Red Plums from Chile!  A taste of summer in the middle of Winter!
These plums are red on the outside with a yellow interior.  No matter how you say it they are just plain good.  Select plums that have a slight give to them and you will find they are very sweet and juicy.

Nectarines from Chile!  Candy on a stick!
Are you new school or old school?  I’m talking nectarines vs. peaches here peeps!  It seems like the younger generation reaches for nectarines and I have to admit I am on team nectarine.  When picking out nectarines go for fruit that has a slight give when you squeeze them. He heeee!~!

Peaches from Chile Last Call!
It’s still a little weird to me to have peaches in the middle of winter, but hey, if we can send a man to the moon, why can’t we have peaches in winter?  The soft fruit business in South America is booming and these peaches have been good this season.  Grab one today as the season is at its peak with some of the best varities!

Florida! Strawberries are in their prime!
I’ve been babbling about Florida strawberries all winter, and in case you can’t tell I really like the way they taste!  Florida berry season is rocking right now and it is at its peak.  Grab some today as they are sweet, juicy and they will fill your home with an amazing berry-sweet smell.

Asparagus from Mexico is mighty fine!
Getting excited about vegetables in the wintertime can be challenging, but I think this “grass” from Mexico is CANDY right now.  Toss it with some olive oil, coarse salt and roast it or use it in your favorite pasta dish, it is beautiful!  Question: Do you peel your asparagus stalks?

Kiku Apples are here!  Have you tried one?                 
A new apple on the scene, you’ve got to try one!  They are very exotic with a sweet taste and attractive ruby-red color.   These apples are crunchy and juicy with a firm flesh.  Come in this weekend and ask Mark, Marc, Julie, Bob, Zach or Eric for a taste!  Zach’s Favorite!
Only at The Produce Station! Honey Tangerine Juice Fresh Squeezed – by US!
The sweetest juice you’ve ever tasted!  Honey tangerines are grown in Florida and we wait until they are really sweet and juicy to make this customer favorite, low acid juice.  Our juicing specialist here at the store makes juice several times a week to ensure freshness for you.  Grab a bottle for yourself or share some with the kids if you are feeling generous.

Florida Honey Tangerines are here!
Super sweet, tastes of honey, with a slight hint of ginger, these low-acid orange orbs are AWESOME!  Take a few home for yourself today, feed them to little billy, or do what we do here at the PS – juice them!  Either way you are in for a real treat.

Florida Brix Sensored Grapefruit is wicked GOOD!  Zach Favorite!
What would you do if you had x-ray vision? (ok I really don’t want to know the answer to this question) 
Brix sensors are kind of like x-ray vision for grapefruit farmers.  They can actually sense when the grapefruit is ripe, sweet and ready to be picked.  Each year we buy these amazing grapefruit from Harbor Island Citrus in Vero Beach, Florida and our customers quite literally go nuts!  If you love grapefruit you have to give these a try.  They are amazing and it’s no accident!

Wintertime Favorite! Pink Lady Apples from Washington State!  Andy’s Favorite
My lunchtime and breakfast pick EVERYDAY lately!  These Pink Lady apples from Washington are sweet, juicy and fresh like you’ve come to expect at The Produce Station.

It’s not a softball, It’s not a grapefruit, It’s a Pomelo
Similar to grapefruit but sweeter, firmer and less juicy. Covered in a thick, easy-to-peel rind that ranges in color from yellow to pink, the Pomelo contains a light yellow to pink flesh. Peel and pull into pieces or break into sections. The flesh is juicy, sweet-tart and can be enjoyed like a grapefruit.

A once a year treat! Honeybell Tangelos Only available in January!
If you've never experienced Honeybells you're missing out!  They're called "HoneyBells" because of their honey-sweet flavor and unique bell shape. They are a cross between a super sweet Duncan Grapefruit and a Dancy Tangerine, resulting in an incredibly juicy treat.  Honeybells are only available in January, so don't miss out and be sure to grab a bib because they are MEGA juicy!!

Meyer Lemons A SWEET & Tart lemon!
Meyer lemons combine the best attributes of lemons and oranges in a tart citrus fruit that doesn't make your face pucker. Peak season for these lemons begins in November and runs through March. Meyer lemons are thought to be a cross between a conventional lemon and a mandarin orange.  They are sweeter than regular lemons, and have a thin rind that's edible. Meyer lemons yield more juice. Try using the fruit in desserts and dressings.

Cara Cara Red Navel Oranges
With a cool name like that they’ve got to be good!
Cara Cara navel oranges are also known as red navels are a cross between the Washington navel and the Brazilian Bahia navel.  Nonetheless, we love cara cara navels for the bright orange-red color and their sweet and low in acid flavor.  The flavor of this specialty orange is more complex than that of other oranges!  Give it a try and you will notice notes of cherry, rose petal and blackberry. Whoa!~!

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