Tamarind – Tamarindo Tamarind originated in Africa but has spread all over the world. The fruit pod turns brown when ripe and it’s seeds are surrounded by and acid edible pulp used in desserts, milk shakes and sherbets. Available canned or frozen in Latin American...
Mango Mangos originated in Souther India and were distributed by the Spanish all over the Tropical world. In the Dominican Republic, Mango season is divine. There are mangos everywhere. The best have always been the Banilejos. They are small like a peach and have...
Guayaba – Guava Guava is the fruit of the guava tree, found throughout tropical America and Florida. There are many varieties and all can be eaten raw. They are sold fresh in some supermarkets and Latin Stores, or in pastes, jams, jellies and canned shells. In the...
Coconut – Coco The coconut is the fruit or nut of one of the most beautiful and noble of all palms. It is a very important factor in the survival of the Caribbean people. Every part of the tree is used. The trunk and palm frond are used for burning as well as the old...
