5 Unusual Fruits to Try
Posted June 11th, 2019 by Fruidel Team 1. Durian Durian is a large, spiky fruit native to Southeast Asia. It’s famous for its pungent aroma and savory smell that is sometimes described as fried onions While foreigners often have a tough time stomaching the smell, it’s much loved in many parts of Asia. Where to find it: Asian grocers, typically sold whole and frozen. In the Bay Area, I found durian at Lion Market in San Jose. 2. Jackfruit Jackfruit is native to Southeast Asia. It’s the largest tree-borne fruit in the world and can sometimes grow up to 80 lb in weight. The starchy fruit has a subtle sweetness and apple/banana flavour. When cooked, it takes on the flavour of other ingredients and shreds like pulled pork so it is becoming popular in the U.S. as a vegan meat substitute. Where to find it: Asian grocers, typically sold fresh, whole or by the slice. It’s becoming more common so some mainstream grocery stores stock it. 3. Dragon Fruit (White Pitaya) Colourful red and green cactus fruit with white flesh spotted with tiny black seeds, similar in texture to a kiwifruit. While the appearance is dramatic, the flavour was surprisingly subtle. Dragon fruit is native to Mexico but is now grown across Latin America and in Asia. Where to find it: Well-stocked grocery stores and Asian markets. 4. Cherimoya Cherimoya was one of the most popular new discoveries at our FruitCrawl. The fruit, native to South America is filled with a soft, custard-like white flesh that gives it the nickname “custard apple.” I think it tastes like a combination of banana, pineapple, and bubblegum. Where to find it: Latin American markets and well-stocked grocery stores. 5. Kiwano (Horned Melon) Kiwano is a beautiful and otherworldly-looking fruit that is native to Sub-Saharan Africa. The fruit has bright orange spiky skin filled with yellow and green seeds. The vibrant flesh tastes like lemony cucumber. Where to find it: Well-stocked grocery stores and specialty food stores. Back to blog
Interesting Fruity Fact – A tomato is a fruit
Posted May 31st, 2019 by Fruidel Team Interesting Fruity Fact – A tomato is a fruit The confusion arose after the 1890s when the US supreme court named them a vegetable for taxation purposesBotanically, Tomatoes Are Fruits Botanically, Tomatoes Are Fruits According to science, tomatoes are fruits. All fruits have a single seed or many seeds inside and grow from the flower of a plant. Like other true fruits, tomatoes form from small yellow flowers on the vine and naturally contain a multitude of seeds. These seeds can later be harvested and used to produce more tomato plants. Interestingly, some modern varieties of tomato plants have been intentionally cultivated to stop producing seeds. Even when this is the case, a tomato is still considered to be the fruit of the plant in botanical terms. They’re Often Classified as a Vegetable Much of the confusion about whether a tomato is a fruit or vegetable comes from the common culinary applications for tomatoes. Cooking is as much an art as it is a science, which tends to give way to more flexibility for how different foods are categorised. In cooking, tomatoes are usually used alone or paired alongside other true vegetables in savory dishes. As a result, they’ve earned a reputation as a vegetable, even though they’re technically a fruit by scientific standards. This was the method of classification used by the US Supreme Court in 1893 during a legal dispute with a tomato importer who argued his tomatoes should be considered fruits to avoid the higher vegetable tariff. It was during this case that the court ruled the tomato would be classified as a vegetable on the basis of its culinary applications instead of its botanical categorisation as a fruit. The rest is history. Click here for more interesting fruity facts Back to blog
Fruity Fact – Strawberries are the first fruit to ripen each spring…
Posted May 21st, 2019 by Fruidel Team 10 Interesting Facts All Strawberry Lovers Should Know.. 1. Strawberries are the first fruit to ripen each spring – This year a Welsh fruit grower has broken the record for picking the earliest ever British strawberries grown in glasshouses. They went on sale in supermarkets on the 26 February. 2. Strawberries are the only fruit that wear their seeds on the outsideThe average berry is adorned with some 200 of them. No wonder it only takes one bite to get seeds stuck in your teeth. 3. Despite their name, strawberries aren’t technically berries – they’re accessory fruits – While we’re getting technical—berries should have seeds inside. Strawberries are really in a group of their own since they don’t come from a single ovary. 4. The seeds can grow into new strawberry plants, but most instead reproduce through runners 5. Strawberries are members of the rose family – Should you come upon a bush of them growing, you’ll see: they smell as sweet as they taste. 6. The ancient Romans thought strawberries had medicinal powers – They used them to treat everything from depression to fainting to fever, kidney stones, bad breath and sore throats. 7. Stop and smell the strawberries! Considered members of the rose family, they give off a sweet fragrance as they grow on bushes. 8. Considered a perennial, strawberry plants will grow back year after year – Although they don’t always grow fruit immediately, once they do, the plants can last up to 5 years. 9. To store fresh strawberries, wash them and cut the stem away – However, if you plan to keep them in the fridge for a few days, wait until before you eat them to clean them. Rinsing them speeds up spoiling. 10. Strawberries can also be pickled – Especially when picked green or unripe. If your berries are overripe, make jam Nutritional Benefits of the Strawberry The heart-shaped silhouette of the strawberry is the first clue that this fruit is good for you. The strawberry has become one of the national fruits of choice with sales peaking during Wimbledon where everyone enjoys the classic strawberries and cream. Not just a delicious fruit.. strawberries are packed with vitamins, fibre, and particularly high levels of antioxidants known as polyphenols, strawberries are a sodium-free, fat-free, cholesterol-free, low-calorie food. They are among the top 20 fruits in antioxidant capacity and are a good source of manganese and potassium. Just one serving – about eight strawberries – provides more vitamin C than an orange. Click here for more interesting fruity facts Back to blog
Blueberry and banana smoothie recipe
Blueberry and banana smoothie recipe Posted May 16th, 2019 by Fruidel Team Make a delicious smoothie with fresh or frozen blueberries blended with bananas and semi-skimmed milk. Ingredients 75g blueberries (fresh or frozen) 2 small ripe bananas 400ml semi-skimmed milk 1/2 tsp vanilla extract Nutritional Info 429kJ / 102kcal 5.3g protein 2.6g fat of which 1.3g saturates 16g carbohydrate of which 15g sugars 0.6g dietary fibre 60mg sodium equivalent to 0.1g salt Our Fruit Basket Options Boosting your daily fruit intake will give you right fuel to get through the working day and have enough energy to go to the gym in the evening. Click here to see the fruit basket options we provide. Back to blog
Breakfast ideas – Get your 5 A Day, every day!
Breakfast ideas – Get your 5 A Day, every day! Posted May 9th, 2019 by Fruidel Team Add some fresh or dried fruit to cereal, porridge or low fat, lower-sugar yoghurt. Or why not sprinkle a handful of berries or chopped banana over your breakfast. Back to blog
What counts as 5 A Day?
What counts as 5 A Day? | Fruidel: Office Fruit & Milk Delivery UK Wide Posted May 2nd, 2019 by Fruidel Team An adult portion is 80g fruit: That’s a large slice of fruit like melon or pineapple One medium apple, banana or pear Two smaller fruits like plums or satsumas Seven strawberries or 20 raspberries One handful of grapes Or 30g dried fruit: One heaped tablespoon of dried fruit, such as raisins, cherries or dates Back to blog
Nationwide Milk Delivery – delivering fresh milk direct to your office floor
Posted April 23rd, 2019 by Fruidel Team Fruidel delivers milk direct to your office floor, saving you time and money! Click here to see the milk delivery options we provide. Back to blog
Fruit Basket Options – delivering fresh fruit and milk nationwide
Fruit Basket Options – delivering fresh fruit and milk nationwide Posted April 3rd, 2019 by Fruidel Team Delivering fresh fruit and milk nationwide direct to your office floor Do your employees prefer choice? Fruidel is now offering the option for a bespoke basket, tailoring your order providing great choice and the perfect member benefit for all your employees. Ideal for large companies who require fresh fruit delivery across multiple sites. With Fruidel’s large network of depots throughout the UK we can deliver your bespoke corporate fruit baskets direct to your office floor on time. Click here for a quick quote Back to blog
Interesting Facts About The Banana
Interesting Facts About The Banana Posted March 28th, 2019 by Fruidel Team 10 Interesting facts about the banana Bananas float in water because they are less dense in comparison. Bananas are one of the most popular fruits. Bananas grow on plants that are officially considered an herb. The banana is actually classified as a berry. Bananas may be considered a mood enhancer because it contains the amino acid, tryptophan and Vitamin B6 that helps the body produce serotonin. The bananas we eat today, the Cavendish, are different from pre-1960s’ bananas, the Gros Michael, as those have been wiped out by “the panama disease.” Bananas can help lower blood pressure and protect heart health due to high potassium and low salt content. The inside of a banana peel can help relieve itching and inflammation, such as from bug bit or poison ivy. Bananas are great pre-workout snacks because they are loaded with potassium that aids in maintaining nerve and muscle function during work outs. Humans share about 50% of our DNA with bananas. Benefits Of Banana: How To Include The Fruit In Your Daily Diet An instant energy booster, banana is one fruit that is commonly available across the globe. In India, it is given much importance where various regional cuisines use it in making sinful desserts – kheer, malpua, halwa, payasam, sheera, and paniyaram, to name a few. The raw fruit too is not left behind. Cut into smaller chunks or thinly sliced using a mandolin, it gets used up in making wafers, subzis, kebabs, pakoras, and the famous curries of Kerala such as Avial and Kalan. If you travel towards the East and the Northeast, you will come across it in the local breakfast cereal, known as jolpan in Assam, which usually contains puffed or sticky rice mixed with curd and jaggery, and topped with banana pieces. It is a common feature in breakfast menus, and it is definitely with good reason. It provides you instant energy to kickstart your day, and is said to be very good for the stomach. Most natural home remedies in India circling around an upset stomach, call for using bananas as a remedy along with a few other ingredients. There are umpteen benefits of banana that is should make you include the sweet and delicious fruit in your diet today itself. A single piece of banana is said to contain only 90 calories, which also makes it a great (and healthy) snack to munch on rather than sugar loaded goodies or deep-fried treats. Carry one in your tiffin bag, and you will be thanking your stars whenever a sudden hunger pang grips you. If you still need reasons as to why you must include bananas in your diet, here are incredible benefits of eating banana: 1. High Fibre Content Banana is loaded with fibre, both soluble and insoluble. The soluble fibre has the tendency to slow down digestion and keep you feeling full for a longer time. Which is why bananas are often included in a breakfast meal so that you can start about your day without having to worry about the next meal. 2. Heart Health High fibre foods are said to be good for the heart. According to a study done by University of Leeds in UK, increasing the consumption of fibre-rich foods such as bananas can lower the risk of both cardiovascular disease (CVD) and coronary heart disease (CHD). 3. Ease in Digestion According to Ayurveda, banana has a sweet and sour taste. The sweet taste is said to bring about a sense of heaviness but the sour taste is known to stimulate agni (the digestive juices), thereby supporting digestion and helping in building up metabolism. 4. Powerhouse of Nutrients Banana is a heavyweight when it comes to nutrition. It is loaded with essential vitaminsand minerals such as potassium, calcium, manganese, magnesium, iron, folate, niacin, riboflavin, and B6. These all contribute to the proper functioning of the body and keeping you healthy. 5. High Source Of Potassium The high content of potassium in bananas makes it a super fruit. This mineral is known for its numerous health benefiting properties – it helps in regulating heartbeat, blood pressure, and keeps the brain alert. So make sure you add bananas to your daily to keep your heart and brain healthy, plus for more stabled blood pressure. 6. Blood Pressure It is a known fact that salt is the culprit when it comes to high blood pressure. Bananas have low salt content and high potassium content, and these properties contribute to making it an ideal for those undergoing this condition. But make sure you consult your nutritionist or doctor before you add it to your diet. 7. Helps Fight Anaemia Due to the high iron content in bananas, they are good for those suffering from anaemia. Anaemia is a condition where there is a decrease in the number of red blood cells or haemoglobin in the blood. This leads to fatigue, shortness of breath, and paleness. But, as we always say that moderation is the key. Choose Fruidel’s Banana Basket, containing 40 bananas presented in our gorgeous wicker baskets. Click here to find out more. Back to blog
AdBlue Technology and Ultra Low Emissions | The Eco-friendly Solution
AdBlue Technology and Ultra Low Emissions | The Eco-friendly Solution Posted March 6th, 2019 by Fruidel Team London’s ultra-low emission zone – What is it? It comes into force on 8 April 2019, and will initially cover the existing congestion charge zone in central London, but will operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week. From 25 October 2021, it will expand to an area bounded by the north and south circular roads. Clean air zone charges in Cities throughout the UK Birmingham, Leeds, Newcastle & Manchester latest to announce clean air zone charges: see a map of low emission zones & how much you’ll pay. Most diesel drivers will have to pay £12.50 to drive into the centre of London from this April, and similar charges will creep across the country as other regions line up to launch clean air zones in city centres. The latest diesel cars are the cleanest ever – with emissions that are little different to petrol vehicles. That’s partly because many use AdBlue: an additive that’s mixed with exhaust gases to convert toxic emissions into harmless substances. Fruidel’s Corporate Social Responsibility Fruidel’s Environmental CSR Policy aims to reduce any damaging effects on the environment from business’ processes. Some of these activities include waste management, recycling, reduced energy usage with focus on many pioneering eco-friendly solutions to reduce the businesses carbon footprint. Fruidel Vans are fitted with AdBlue technology – helping to produce ultra low emissions We use AdBlue which is fed into the exhaust of all our vans, reacting with the nitrogen oxide gas produced by the combustion process, breaking it down into harmless nitrogen and oxygen. We are aware that emission levels in cities throughout the UK are at dangerous levels in certain areas. We are doing everything possible to keep green and lower C02 emissions. Back to blog