My parents were hard-working, resourceful people. Although I can’t say we lived off the land, we did collect any edibles that nature provided. Pecans, pears and pomegranates were available to us, so we naturally gathered them. My sister and I would sell the extra pears and pomegranates on the sidewalk, but the pecans were always… Read More
My local Brookshire’s is knocking it out of the park! They have star fruit! Not only is this fruit tasty, but it is so cute when cut! Imagine serving your family this beauty! Here is the low down on star fruit. Their real name is carambola. They smell like candy. They are juicy like a… Read More
Are you a fennel fan? Fennel is an herb known for smelling and tasting somewhat like licorice. Fennel is part of the carrot family, with most parts being used (the bulb, the seeds and the fronds). The stalks can be tough and stringy, so you may just want to add them to the pot when… Read More
I love a bit of the unusual, especially when it comes to food! Each person eats an average of over 89,000 meals in their lifetime. If a person stuck to the same old fruits, vegetables, and meats, they might get bored with their food. Patty Pan Squash is a flying saucer-shaped squash that can be… Read More