Be it a Pixi tangerine, a Ruby grapefruit, or a big, plump Sumo, I love juicy, sweet, perfectly ripe winter citrus as much as I do a plum pulled right from its tree in the summer. My absolute favorite way to eat citrus is simply peeled and out of hand. That said, there are so many divine creations to be made with … [Read more...]
Honey Jalapeno Citrus Salad Recipe
A beautiful display of winter citrus -- each type with a subtly different flavor and color. It's a show-stopping appetizer!Okay, so maybe it's more a stack of citrus, than it is a salad. Whatever you want to call it, it's beautiful and bursting with the fresh sweet, tangy flavors of seasonal winter citrus. Whether … [Read more...]
How to Cut Citrus Segments and Slices: A Photographic Guide
As much as I love stone fruit and avocados in the summer, I might just love citrus in the winter even more. And when I eat citrus fruits any way other than straight from the peel, I like to it be cut perfectly -- removed from its skin, pith (the white portion that's just inside the skin), and membranes. This part of … [Read more...]
What Are Finger Limes, AKA Citrus Caviar?
What are Finger Limes? Often called Citrus Caviar, these limes are the coolest, most interesting citrus ever! Little bits of sour, and ever so subtly sweet citrus "bubbles" pop in your mouth. Finger Lime recipes are becoming more and more popular -- you can mix them into salads, use them as a garnish, make a cocktail … [Read more...]
Citrus Avocado Salsa with Cilantro Sautéed Whitefish Recipe
Do you like avocados? Do you love avocados? I'm thinking you do -- or you wouldn't be as excited about my avocado week as I am -- and I just know you are! I hope you have friends and family that love avocados, too! You see, we're putting together a delightfully delicious avocado menu for the weekend! (I … [Read more...]
Candied Citrus Peels Recipe
Candied citrus peels are easy to make and are a fabulous ingredient to add to all sorts of baked goods, including cookies, cakes, muffins and breads. Grapefruits, lemons, oranges and limes can all be candied -- each one creating its own flavor profile. Recipes using candied citrus peels have an extra delicious kick to … [Read more...]
