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“Hey, Fruit Lady,” the man sitting in the row behind me whispers, “Hey, Fruit Lady, what is this?” I peer back over my shoulder to see him holding up a piece of The FruitGuys’ fruit he just peeled. It’s some kind of citrus, and I can see curls of dark orange skin in his lap. He peels apart sections of
Looking for something special in an apple? The Cosmic Crisp® is a young lady, first out in society in 2019. She is a delight on the palate, sweet with a delicate crunch. She’s also a beauty, a true princess with dark burgundy skin, small yellow freckles, and firm cream-coloredflesh. I met her for the first time this year—alas, not at
Because of its iconic star shape, you may see star fruit only as a statement piece rather than a go-to staple of your fruit bowl. It certainly brings the razzle-dazzle, especially when you slice it! But this is a bit of a lost opportunity. The humble star fruit is more than just an eye-catcher: It’s full of vitamins and nutrients
Pomelos and grapefruits are the heavyweights of the citrus world. They’re both big, juicy, and delicious sliced in a salad or gobbled up as a snack. Because of their size, it’s easy to confuse them in your office fruit bowl. But never fear—your pomelo vs. grapefruit guide is here! As a general rule, pomelos (aka pummelos) are larger and more
Bright, easy to peel, and reliably crowd-pleasing, the tangerine fruit is a staple in fruit bowls everywhere—and for good reason. Tangerines strike that perfect balance between sweet and tangy, feel special without being fussy, and are simple to eat on the go. Beyond their convenience, tangerines have an interesting backstory, a range of varieties worth knowing, and a solid list
You might be able to identify it on sight, but do you know what star fruit actually is? This iconic tropical fruit is, of course, known for its unique and perfect star shape when cut crosswise. But there’s more to it than meets the eye. In this star fruit guide (part one of a two-part series), we’ll share more about
Celebrating the Lunar New Year at your office is a great way to connect with your Asian and Asian American coworkers and help them feel seen. It’s one of the most important holidays on the Chinese calendar, and across Vietnam, families celebrate Tết Nguyên Đán to greet the new year with holiday fruit trays, red banners, and more. “Tết is
There’s nothing quite like an Ojai Pixie tangerine. This small, seedless citrus fruit hails from California’s Ojai Valley, where the hot days and cool nights make it intensely juicy and sweet. Ojai Pixie season typically doesn’t arrive until March, but it’s well worth the wait! Each year’s crop varies in size and quantity, so ahead of the highly anticipated 2026
Small, easy-to-peel citrus fruits go by a dozen different names. You’ve probably heard them called mandarins, tangerines, and Clementines—just to name a few! But what’s the difference between a Clementine and a mandarin, and how do you tell them apart in your office’s fruit bowl? Clementines vs. Mandarins There actually isn’t a difference between Clementines and mandarins. They’re the same
Today, I helped give a tour of The FruitGuys’ South San Francisco facility along with Nicole, our operations manager. She stopped beside a big case of oranges, grabbed one, and pulled out her refractometer to demonstrate how we test a fruit’s Brix. Meet Brix: A Shortcut to the Sweetest Fruit Brix is a measurement of the sugar content in a
Last November, fog slipped over California’s Central Valley like a thick gray-white blanket. The bright and bustling citrus orchards dimmed. Mist drifted between the trees, and temperatures dropped to a chilly 45 degrees. Deprived of sunlight, the oranges and mandarins stopped growing. Then, they started falling from their branches. If you noticed a shortage of citrus in your fruit deliveries
As I write this, I’m peeling a small Kishu mandarin in my sister’s kitchen in Montana. We just arrived from California, and I brought these sweet little citrus fruits with me. There isn’t much local fruit available here right now (no surprise, since it’s currently 19 degrees), so I thought I’d bring my family something fun and fresh from home.
How does that Christmas carol go again? Oh, the weather outside is frightful, but winter fruit is so delightful, and since citrus is starting to flow, let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! That’s close enough, right? Juicy, sweet-tart citrus really does make winter’s crisp and chilly days brighter. Oranges, grapefruits, and mandarins are some of the very
Without Vitamin C, your body will start to fall apart—literally. Sailors in the Early Modern era found this out the hard way when they spent months at sea without it and started losing teeth! Luckily, today it’s easy to get this essential nutrient at sea, at home, or in the office. All you have to do is eat plenty of
If you love green and gold kiwis, then you’ll adore their red cousins! These fruits blush reddish-pink in the middle and have a sweet, tropical, candy-like flavor. They’re a new addition to The FruitGuys’ fruit boxes for offices, fresh from our friends at The Flavor Tree Fruit Company. Red kiwis have a unique color inside, but that’s not the only
The egg shape, pebbly skin, and yellow-green flesh of the Hass avocado is iconic. That’s because 95% of the avocados Americans eat are Hasses! But there’s a whole world of avocado varieties out there to explore. Consider the grapefruit-sized Reed, the long-necked Pinkerton with its tiny seed, the Florida Brogden with its edible skin, and bite-sized GatorEggs™, just to name
Fiber is one of fruit’s superpowers. It’s a tiny carbohydrate invisible to the naked eye, but it works magic in your gut when you eat it! Here’s a quick look at what fiber is and the health benefits it can bring you, according to a dietitian. Plus, check out our list of the top five fruits with the most fiber.
Have you ever noticed that the Thanksgiving cornucopia runneth over with fruit? Peek inside, and you’ll see bright red apples, sweet golden pears, and crisp grapes in a rainbow of colors. Why? Because fall is one of the best fruit seasons! And here at The FruitGuys, we’re bringing that horn of plenty right to your office. Our annual Fall Fruit
Looking for charcuterie board inspiration for your next office party? You’re in the right place! The FruitGuys recently held a “fruitcuterie” (fruit charcuterie) challenge for our team of fruit experts, and they delivered some truly spectacular boards. Here are a few of their winning ideas. Meet The Fruitcuterie Champion: The Los Angeles Team The employees at our Los Angeles facility
Want to sneak a bit more protein into your diet? Consider the humble fruit! While fruits are relatively low in protein compared to options like jerky and nuts, they can still give your intake a boost if you’re strategic about your workday snacking and choose the best fruits for protein. To help you put that plan into action, The FruitGuys
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