Nectarines

Nectarines

Nectarines take their name from the drink of the Olympic gods called "nectar". Which came first the nectarine or the peach? This is a common argument amongst pomologists (science stuff). One thing is for sure, peaches and nectarines come from the rose family. They both will have a sweet fragrance when ripe. Nectarines have a rich yellow background colour with generous blushes of red. They can be used in fresh salads, a variety of fresh and cooked desserts. Nectarines are available from the middle of August to the end of September.

Nutritional Info - Nectarines contain a good amount of vitamin A and are a good source of vitamin C.

Pears

There are many varieties of pears grown in the world today. Pears bruise easily when ripe, so Mother Nature protected them by making it better when picked while still hard. Unlike most fruit, it improves in both texture and flavour after it's picked. The most popular varieties are Bartlett and Bosc.

Barlett Pears

Bartlett
The Bartlett pears' outer skin turns bright yellow as it ripens. Its flesh is fine grained, sweet and juicy. Excellent for fresh eating, canning or baking. It is generally available from mid-August to mid-September.

Bosc Pears

Bosc
[bawsk] The Bosc pear has a long slender shape compared to the bell like shape of the Bartlett pear. Its flesh is sweet tasting with a touch of tartness. The skin is golden with a russet covering. The Bosc pear is great for fresh eating and also cook well with sauces because of their strong flavour. Available from late September through December.