Filipino Fruits
Packed with nutrients, Atis, also known as sugar apple in English, is a remarkable fruit that offers an abundance of health benefits. Boasting high levels of vitamin C, manganese, thiamine, iron, and vitamin B6, Atis is not only delicious but also nutritious. When...
Filipino Fruits
Known for its slightly acidic flavor when ripe, Guyabano, or soursop, is a tropical fruit native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has since been widely distributed to countries such as Mexico, Peru, Brazil, Guatemala, Ecuador, Haiti, the Philippines, and...
Filipino Fruits
Known by many names across various regions, the fruit is popularly referred to as Kamias in Tagalog, Iba in Bicol, and Balimbi in countries like Malaysia and Indonesia. Despite being ripe, the fruits retain a light to dark green color and carry an inherently sour...
Filipino Fruits
Among the myriad tropical fruits, one that has always intrigued me is the Santol, also known as the Cotton Fruit. This unique moniker is credited to the fruit’s dense, cotton-like white pulp that envelops its seeds. The Santol tree is a marvel, growing rapidly...
Filipino Fruits
Pomegranate, a highly popular and antioxidant-rich fruit, is a seasonal fruit-bearing shrub first introduced to the Caribbean and Spanish America by Spain. Its cultivation and consumption spread worldwide, including in the Philippines. The pomegranate is classified as...
