Culture

We all remember how irresistible it was to pick sweet mulberries and eat them until our hands and teeth turned purple. But what happened to this fruit, and why do we so rarely see it in markets and grocery stores today? Somewhat unfairly forgotten, mulberries remain a highly nutritious treat, rich in antioxidants, including anthocyanin, which is responsible for the deep red or purple color of many fruits and vegetables.

Forgotten Fruit – Her Majesty, the Medlar Have you recently seen medlars in markets or grocery stores? Have you ever tried them? Nowadays, we often come across avocados, lychees, and mangoes, but medlars have been completely forgotten! The medlar (Mespilus) belongs to the family Rosaceae (the rose family) and is closely related to the hawthorn.…