Persimmon, the divine fruit / November 2014

Persimmon is the edible fruit of trees from the genus Diospyros, (comes from Greek words Dios and pyros which means divine fruit). The persimmon, like the tomato, is not popularly considered as a berry, but both are in fact berries. 

Enough of the scientific background / research on persimmons. The persimmon is my favorite fruit.  The first time I tasted this fruit was in Hong Kong, about fifteen years ago.  I was just strolling down one of the sidewalks in Nathan Road, when I chanced upon this orange colored 'tomato'.  I bought a few pieces and was forever hooked.  I patiently wait for the -ber months because these heavenly fruit is sold in Chinatown (Binondo) or at Rockwell Power Plant Mall.  

Last fall, Hubby and I visited my Dad in Roseville and my sister bought about two crates of persimmon from Denayo.  Thanks so much for these divine fruits.

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At a persimmon farm in Granite Bay.

http://chicsanders22.blogspot.com/2014/02/otow-orchard-granite-bay-california.html

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 Lunch was at Source Global Tapas Restaurant.

http://chicsanders22.blogspot.com/2014/02/source-global-tapas-restaurant-granite.html

Fuyu Persimmon Field Greens with Pomegranate

Yummy!

Jamon Iberico & Serrano

Paella Balls

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Hachiya Persimmons

Perfect for baking!

Persimmon Bars with Pistachios and Dates

http://chicsanders22.blogspot.com/2014/02/persimmon-bars.html

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Maru, the chocolate persimmoon

Hoshigaki

Japanese Hand Dried Persimmon

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Persimmon Heaven!!!

/ chicsanders 2014