Fresh, Seasonal Fruits you may find that I consistantly and aggressively source the ripest, best tasting fruit more than any other purveyor around. The downside is that the seasons availability are fleeting which, to me means two things. Enjoy it while it's around and preserve it for future utility, i.e. jar, can, or dry them....(all the above) for diversity in future applications year round.
This week's local, regional, seasonal fruit selections include: (subject to availability)
Black and Blueberries - East Texas, in full Pints @ $4 each or wholesale 12 ct @ $42
Peaches- from Central and East Texas 20# @ $35
Andy's Orchard California stone fruit - a real treat and the epitome of seasonal fruit. Call
Melons/Cantaloupes - they're out there but Ihaven't found what I like yet...stay tuned
Methly Plums- 20# @ $35
Tomatoes - from Canton, Texas retail @ $2.00#, 20# @ $22 wholesale
Tomatoes - Sweet 100's, Gold Grape, Sungolds $3.50/PT retail, 12 PT @ $36
Tomatoes - Green Texas retail @ $2.50#, 20# @ $38 wholesale
Tomatoes - Gold/Yellow # $4#
Tomatoes - Louisiana Creole call
Watermelons - Red or Yellow Seedles 15# bowling balls @ $8 - $10 each
Watermelons - Black Diamond 12# - #18# @ $8 - $10 each
Figs - Black Mission, Brown Turky, Kadotta, Magnolia (green skin with bright pink meat) and Celeste (small, sugary gold) some of which flush in late June in the Souther United States however usually commence in Central and East Texas around the 4th of July. They may produce through August pending variety and weather.
Stay tunned for availability posting you may also call or e-mail to inquire. $4 PT retail, 12 PT @ $38 wholesale
Off Market Seasonal Fruit - obviously, things like Mangoes, Mamey, Sapote, Cherimoya and other exotic fruits aren't locally produced however, when they're in season, I can get them off the market where I often find some very ripe and delicious, exotic fruits for which the "be here now" applies.
Mangoes- "Hayden" is my varietal preference and very good eating right now... (June/July)
retail @ $1.50, wholesale 9 ct @ $10.50
Mamey - I will ripen and send to you @ $4.50#