If you’re Filipino, don’t think that this is not for you. I previously described the fleshy part of this fruit to have a jello and marshmallow hybrid texture embedded in thin milky sweet juice. some say it was first recorded in Papua New Guinea. Unfortunately, our colonial mentality still runs deep =(. Fruits of the Philippines. Lanzones contains high nutritional value, as it contains an abundant amount of antioxidants, vitamin B, and fiber. It also produces coconut oil which can be used for cooking or spa massages. (Read: 4 Key Facts to Remember When Buying Health Supplements) Luckily, we have a local source of fresh and juicy pineapples in the country, specifically Bukidnon in Mindanao. The skin of the jackfruit is green, yellow when ripe, and the interior consists of large bulbs of yellow and delectable flesh. That’s so good to hear and you are very blessed to have green thumb! Anyways, back to our featured fruit of the day – PINEAPPLE. It is good for the kidneys, the heart and can even prevent cancer. Actually, if you can only get past the initial odor it gives off, you’ll get to smell the sweet aroma of this fruit and realize that it doesn’t smell bad after all. What can’t this fruit tree do? I know that the core of this issue is too complicated to tackle in a FOOD+RECIPE+TRAVEL blog like this. It can also regulate menstruation but should be avoided by pregnant women since it can cause premature contractions. This is no April Fools Day joke. Each fruit may weigh ranging from about one pound to more than 3 kilos. Rambutan is easily identified because of its spines and red bright color covered with fine, short hairs. The Philippines has a wet and dry season and the relationship between these seasons create the 4 different types of climate in the country. It is also small like the size of mandarin. Coconut is very nutritious indeed! Nonetheless, I want to use my voice, no matter how small and fragile it is, to shed light into this. The taste and of course the benefits will reward you. Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window), Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window), Click to email this to a friend (Opens in new window). The taste of a pineapple is not too sour or too sweet, just right. Sugar apple, more commonly called as "Atis", is originally introduced during the Spanish era. The fruit grows in clusters, pale brown or sometimes gray-yellow skin and juicy and white translucent inside. It has a pinkish color and shaped like a heart. This tropical fruit is one of the healthiest and most delicious fruits in the Philippines, and one of the most exported manufactured goods of the country. Star fruit is unique because of its shape when sliced, which is obviously a star. There were a lot of these conjoined PINEAPPLES at the Mahogany Market in Tagaytay, particularly as centerpieces at the Bulalohan (multiple side by side stalls selling Bulalo). It tastes like sweet potato but sweeter. In fact this country is one of the leading producers of bananas all throughout the world. =p. The color is yellow and you have to peel to taste. Hmmmm…where do I begin with Coconut or BUKO/NIYOG? Nonetheless, it’s definitely a wonder food! Last year friends give me Lanzones seeds from Manila, I tried to grow but was not successful. It’s saddening to look at Pinterest and not see the Philippines as one of the MUST GO Foodie Travel Destinations. A tree bears fruits about three times a year: in the summer, during rainy season and towards Christmas. Our more than 7,000 island archipelago is home to diverse, unique and delicious eats that are grounded in history and culture, wrapped with our warm hospitality and topped with our joy as a people. They are very healthy and rich in Potassium, that’s why they are loved by many.COCONUTS (Cocos nucifera). “Once you pop, you can’t stop” can very well be the tagline for this fruit. You can also make buko juice which is perfect during summer season. This fruit has been called custard apple, sweetsop, and sugar-apple in English. As a result, it is difficult to transport and subsequently sold in bulk. Atis or sugar-apple (Annona squamosa ) is in season from Sept to Dec and cultivated throughout the Philippines. Yellow or Golden Watermelons do exist. Guava is green but becomes yellow when overripe. To know more about the other interesting facts about BANANA, go here. Just from the orangey color, you’d know that this fruit is rich in beta-carotene and is good for eyesight. Coconut milk, alcohol or tuba, and vinegar can be made from it. On our way home, we made a quick visit to a public market there and discovered this fruit which I have never seen before. Inside it is a white juicy pulp with about 3 to 5 brown seeds. It is recommended to diabetics because it lowers blood sugar levels. Santol is the size of an apple. They are also a good suggestion for diabetics. It is also a main ingredient in most soaps and facial cleansers. Its smell is sweet; it is delicious as well as nutritious. Papaya has a long shape like a pear and has a yellow or orange color when ripe. We enjoy it ripe and we also eat it unripe in a clear soup dish called Tinola (Chicken Ginger Stew). It is like a small apple. But did you know that there are almost 1000 varieties of banana?!? In order to post comments, please make sure JavaScript and Cookies are enabled, and reload the page. Macopa is a native fruit in the Philippines. Is it yours too? The pulp is sub-acid and sour. However, this tall herb (it’s not a tree) originated right here in the Philippines and other neighboring Southeast Asian countries like Malaysia and Indonesia although some say it was first recorded in Papua New Guinea. Its name originated from the Malay word "rambut" which means "hair". Enjoy fresh berries, mangos and watermelons in your favorite summer recipes – ice pops for the kids are a great way to get their fruits in! Here are some of the most common tropical fruits in the Philippines. Have it for P40 (estimate cost). A Pinya Festival is held every May in Calauan, Laguna. It is rich in Vitamin B. The pulp is sub-acid and sour. It’s almost like eating a uniquely flavored cream with just a little bite. This fruit is addictively sweet and juicy. It is well-off in Vitamins C and E. This is good for breakfast and desserts. A festival in this fruit’s honor is held every October in Camiguin province, which reportedly produces the sweetest LANZONES here in the Philippines. I don’t think I’d be able to eat all those varieties in my lifetime or can I??? The texture is also a little more firmer. Of course we do! It has a light sweet taste. This fruit is expensive but after you taste it, you can say that your money is worth it! At this point though, let me take this opportunity to thank everyone for supporting the last blog advocacy series that I launched Local DiscoverEATS. And I have some of these fruits grown in my backyard. I actually believe that this is more for us Filipinos than our foreigner brothers and sisters. Saging Festival is held every May in Siquijor province. It is green and the skin is lumpy. What do you mean po? This is also often added to salads and drinks. Looking to lose weight??? One more thing, it is said that putting this fruit upside down will hasten its ripening process, any of you tried this trick before? Its bark and leaves can be made into all kinds of products such as baskets, ropes, brushes, mats, and other furniture. Aside from being a condiment for food recipes, it is used for skin bleaching, eliminating stains on clothes, disinfecting wounds, repelling insects, fighting body odor, relieving cough, treating dandruff and scalp itchiness and helping increase hair volume. About Us | Privacy Policy | Contribute Vigattintourism © 2020, Kannawidan Ylocos Festival: Pride of the Ilocano Culture, Rizal Park: The Site of the Most Significant Moments in the History of the Philippines, A Detailed Guide On Comprehensive Car Insurance, Reach the Hand of Christ in Kamay ni Hesus Shrine, Kalanggaman Island: A Beach Holiday Getaway. It is very rich in Vitamin C. Rambutan is easily identified because of its spines and red bright color covered with fine, short hairs. Its flavor is distinguishable because its taste is described as a mix of apple and grape. Maybe it’s time to plant one, anyone know how? Bake delicious apple and pear pies for the fall and garnish your cocktails with pomegranate in the winter. It strengthens the immune system, regulates blood sugar levels, prevents bone loss, and helps prevent anemia.

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