Why It's Better to Eat Products in Season

Fruits and Vegetables in SeasonToday with the arrival of modern greenhouses and new shipping means, nearly all fruits and vegetables can be eaten year-round. However, once on our table, the taste of fresh vegetables or fruit cannot compare to the ones that have been refrigerated in compartments for weeks or even months.  By being exposed to natural light, rather than artificial cold, the vegetables...

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Feta Baked in Vine Leaves

Feta baked in vine (grape) leaves The word “Dolma” comes from a Turkish verb which means to roll up. Vine leaves are a mix of fruit and vegetable that are rich in vitamin A, K, E, C, and magnesium. Vine leaves are not just for boiling and stuffing with rice and meat.  They can be served as an appetizer, entrée, or side dish. They can be baked, boiled, steamed, grilled, used to wrap...

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