Produce Briefs...
Mache
Mache has been cultivated in France since the 17th century, and in France it is known as doucette. It is also known as "lamb's lettuce" because its leaves resemble the size and shape of a lamb's tongue.
Charentais Melon
The Charentais is a petite-sized melon with a smooth, hard, pistachio-grey colored skin and distinct green ribbing. Its flesh is deep orange, dense, smooth and sweet similar to that of a Cantaloupe.
Seasons/Availability
Taylor's Gold pears are available from the fall through the early winter months.
Current Facts
Taylor’s Gold is an early season European pear variety related to the Comice pear. This European variety, botanically Pyrus communis, is most widely grown and found in New Zealand. The tasty Taylor’s Gold pears made its beverage debut in the fall of 2014 in Bold Rock Pear, a Virginia-based company’s hard cider.
Description/Taste
Taylor's Gold pears have a shape very similar to a Comice pear; large and full at the base with no neck and a thick stem. They have a smooth, uniform, cinnamon-colored skin that may take on the occasional rose blush. With a delicate aroma and creamy flesh that is juicy and very tender, Taylor’s Gold pears offer a rich, sweet flavor.
Applications
Taylor’s Gold pears are ideal for making pies and sauces. Enjoy fresh out-of-hand, sliced on a salad, or pair with blue cheese or gorgonzola. The texture and sweetness of the Taylor’s Gold pear is well suited for baking. Ripen fruit at room temperature. Refrigerate ripe fruit for only a day or two.
Geography/History
This russet pear was first discovered in an orchard owned by Michael King-Turner in 1986 near Nelson, New Zealand. Initially believed to be a natural mutation of a Comice pear, the Taylor’s Gold pear is more likely a natural cross between a Bosc and a Comice pear. Taylor’s Gold has found popularity in New Zealand and was first grown in the US in Washington State in 1998 to mixed results. Taylor’s Gold pears are available in limited quantities.
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Taylor's Gold Pears. One
is easiest, three is harder.| Culinary Adventures with Camilla |
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Pumpkin-Pear Hand Pies |
| Jenni Field's Pastry Chef |
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Taylor's Gold Pear Sorbetto |
| The Kitchn |
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Lychee and Raspberry Swirl Ice Cream with Merlot Poached Pears |
Recently Spotted
People have spotted Taylor's Gold Pears using the Specialty Produce app for iPhone and Android.
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Pike Place Market
Sosio's Produce In Pike Place Market
Near Seattle, Washington, United States1st Ave and Pike St., Seattle 98101 206-622-1370 www.sosiosproduce.com About 20 days ago, 2/12/15 Spotter's comments : Taylor's Gold Pears spotted at Pike Place Market. Last of the season - get these delicious, creamy decadent pears before they are gone! king soopers Near Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States About 91 days ago, 12/03/14 
Pike Place Market
Sosio's Produce In Pike Place Market
Near Seattle, Washington, United States1st Ave and Pike St., Seattle 98101 206-622-1370 (206) 622-1370 About 95 days ago, 11/29/14 Spotter's comments : Taylor's Gold Pears spotted at Pike Place Market. Local Taylor Gold Pears! punlix in edgewater florida Near New Smyrna Beach, Florida, United States About 260 days ago, 6/17/14 Metropolitan Market Near Seattle, Washington, United States About 273 days ago, 6/04/14 Spotter's comments : Taylor's Gold Pears spotted at Metropolitan Market. Taylor Golds from New Zealand!! Ken's Market Near Seattle, Washington, United States About 458 days ago, 12/01/13 Spotter's comments : Taylor's Gold Pears spotted at Ken's Market. Washington grown and sweet! chachos Near Austin, Texas, United States About 496 days ago, 10/24/13 Spotter's comments : Taylor's Gold Pears spotted at chachos. Sweet, juicy flesh so smooth it melts in your mouth! |
