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Freshly picked asian pears displayed in wooden crate
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Asian Pears

Asian pears originated in China and Japan and have been grown in these and other Asian nations for over 3000 years. Asian pears first came to the to the west…

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July 29, 2026
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Cantaloupe

Now days, cold cantaloupe from the refrigerator counts as a southern survivor tool.  Having originated in Asia, cantaloupes are named for the Italian city of Cantalupo, a former papal estate…

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July 1, 2026
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Pickled red onions

Onions have been cultivated and pickled for thousands of years. Because of the texture, color and flavor of red onions, they are the favorite for pickling in many cultures. They…

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June 2, 2026