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Salak: Tempting exotic fruit

On: June 15, 2012

In: Features, Tropical Fruit Information, Underutilized Fruits

Known internationally as “snake fruit”, the exotic salak derives its name from its reddish-brown scaly skin. While the fruit looks intimidating to eat, peeling the skin reveals a white clove-like flesh. Gourmands describe the fruit as crunchy like an apple but tastes like a mix of pear, pineapple, and bananaContinue Reading

Santol: A closer look at the ‘underdog’ of fruits

By: Christian Anthony Cangao

On: January 5, 2012

In: Features, Rare Fruits, Tropical Fruit Information, Underutilized Fruits

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Known for its rich, sweet, tart, and creamy taste, santol is commonly consumed in the Philippines and Thailand. It is mostly eaten fresh – one has to suck on the thick flesh covering the seed to get the flavor. However, the fruit’s real potential lies in processing of its thickContinue Reading