Five Things You Didn’t Know about Satsumas

Satsumas. They can be a bit of a mystery if you’ve never had one. And if you have had one, well, then you know that they are small citrus fruits very similar to a clementine, only with a sweeter flavor. And because we think satsumas are an under-appreciated fruit, we wanted to give them some…

Clementine Cake Recipe

What could be better than a simple-to-make cake that will seem like you slaved for hours in the kitchen and impress everyone at the next post luck? Nothing, of course. This Clementine Cake recipe is one of the best we’ve found, because it is so easy and delicious. It is super moist and dense, and seems…

What on Earth is a Satsuma Orange?

A satsuma orange, or more properly, a satsuma mandarin, is a type of citrus fruit. Similar in size to a clementine, these are a favorite citrus fruit every winter for kids and the young-at-heart. Satsumas were originally a Japanese variety of citrus. They have a zipper peel, which means the skin is loosely attached to the…

Holiday Fruit Salad

This holiday fruit salad fulfills all your potluck needs for the holiday season! It’s inevitable that you’ll be asked to bring a dish to pass…forget store-bought cookies and bring this simple, festive holiday fruit salad instead. The beauty of this salad is that it lets that flavor of the season’s best citrus fruit shine through –…

Chinese Black Rice, Orange & Avocado Salad Recipe

Chewy, slightly sweet Chinese Black Rice combines with the bright oranges and creamy avocado for a unique, filling dish. If you can’t find Chinese Black Rice, use wild rice instead. Prepare the rice in advance, and the recipe will come together in a snap. Chinese Black Rice, Orange & Avocado Salad Recipe 2 cups cooked…

Holiday Fruit Recipes

The season for holiday fruit recipes is upon us! The chill is in the air, the snow is on the ground here in Minneapolis, and it is truly beginning to look a lot like Christmas. That means we have festive fruit in season such as satsumas, clementines and grapefruit, along with apples and pears. And all of…

Order Winter Fruit in Season

It may not seem like it, but winter is right around the corner. Soon we’ll be busy doing holiday shopping, decorating and planning. When we get busy, it’s easy to fall into unhealthy eating habits because they seem easier. Remember: when you have healthy food within easy reach, you’re much more likely to eat it.…