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The Brilliant Taste of Autumn
Freshly Flown-in Seasonal Fruits from Around the World
As autumn is fast approaching, it’s time for us to enjoy some fresh, seasonal fruits that are nourishing for the body. city’super has sourced the best, high-quality fruits from across the globe, and here are 6 premium apples and pears you should definitely try this autumn.
Japanese Nagano Suwakko AppleA new apple variety from Suwa in Nagano prefecture, Japan. Known as the “World’s Number One” natural hybrid, the Suwakko Apple is bigger in size with blush-coloured skin. It has a rich honey-like sweetness and aroma.
French Golden Rosee AppleKnown as the “Queen of Apples”, this variety of apple has non-waxy skin with a firm texture and refreshing flavour. Its flesh has a complex taste and is lightly spicy, and maintains a bright acidity at harvest.
Italian Annurca AppleA native variety to Southern Italy and an important food ingredient in Naples that has the Protected Geographical Indication status. Its flesh is white, firm and crunchy, and is rich with a great balance in sweetness and acidity.
Japanese Akizuki PearThis fruit is round and flat with yellowish-brown skin. Its flesh is tender, juicy and very sweet with an elegant aroma.
French William PearA truly “pear-shaped” pear with a larger round base that tapers into a smaller, curved neck. When ripe, its skin turns from green to golden and its flesh is milky white; its texture is soft and smooth and it’s very sweet and juicy with a musky fragrance.
French Conference PearA medium-sized thin-shape pear with green and brown skin that turns into light yellow when ripe. Its flesh is white and very soft.
Healthy #CookAtHome Tips
Soothing Apple and Pear Drinks & Desserts
Nourishing fruits are great for the dryer seasons, so we have prepared some recipes on how to make refreshing drinks and desserts using seasonal apples and pears this autumn.
French Gala Apples and Italian Carmen Pears are sweet without being sickly. Their refreshing flavours are great for making juices.
Italian Organic Golden Apples and Italian Organic Abate Pears are full of nutrients. Add a handful of oatmeal to create a smoothie that is delicious and rich in fibre.
5 Guilt-free Fruit Snacks You Should Try
If you lead a busy lifestyle, it’s nice to keep some snacks with you to keep you energised. As autumn is here, we have selected a range of apple- and pear-themed healthy snacks so you can enjoy a guilt-free snacking experience!
Good Health Apple Chips – OriginalMade from fresh apple slices to retain its natural sweet and sour flavour. Low in sodium, this crunchy snack also has a lovely cinnamon aroma.
RingoWork Tsugaru Apple JuiceMade with strictly selected, premium apples from Tsugaru in Aomori prefecture.
Oyatsutimes Apple Flavoured Mochi from NaganoMochi is added with dried apples from Nagano prefecture. Has a soft, chewy texture and a refreshing sweetness.
Hearthy Foods Apple FlourProduced with 100% raw Washington State apples and is gluten-free. Has a natural sweetness that is great for making desserts and baked goods.
Rien Pear LiqueurMade 100% with Hita pear from Ooita prefecture, this liqueur has a fresh and elegant sweetness and tartness.