The bird flu outbreak is entering its fourth consecutive year in the US, resulting in the loss of millions of chickens, skyrocketing egg prices, and an overall egg shortage that’s leaving store shelves understocked and limiting the number of cartons customers are permitted to purchase. Eggs are a staple food, and Americans are feeling the pinch caused by this bird pandemic. If you’re on social media, you may have noticed a sharp increase in articles and recipes suggesting a variety of substitutions and replacements of eggs for use in serving, cooking and baking – just recently, we even spotted…
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Continue ReadingUnlock the secrets of citrus brilliance with a skincare twist! The Hale Groves Navel Orange Peel and Yogurt Face Mask are your ticket to a revitalized, clear, and beaming complexion. Step into the world of natural beauty as we harness the power of vitamin C and minerals found in oranges to create a DIY face mask that’ll leave your skin feeling as fresh as a sunny morning. Prepare to pamper your skin with natural ingredients, and let the magic unfold. Ingredients Plain yogurt 1 Hale Groves Navel Oranges Preparation Peel and eat a delicious Hale Groves Navel Orange, but reserve…
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Continue ReadingWhat are the traditional “three square meals” per day? Breakfast, lunch, and dinner…but where does brunch fall in in that lineup? The word “brunch” is a portmanteau made up of “breakfast” and “lunch,” and is used to describe a meal eaten between 10 o’clock in the morning and 1 o’clock in the afternoon. The concept grew out of the British “hunt breakfast,” a heartier-than-usual breakfast meal served later than a traditional breakfast to satisfy the hunger of those taking part in an early-morning fox hunt. Brunch became more popular with a new concept we now know as the weekend –…
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Continue ReadingWhile oranges are traditional breakfast staples, there’s no need to stick to conventional servings. Surprise your family and friends by incorporating these vibrant citrus fruits into exciting, innovative breakfast dishes. At Hale Groves, we believe in starting your day with a burst of flavor and nutrition. Here are some delightful ways to infuse your morning meals with the freshness of oranges, perfect for preparing ahead or whipping up quickly in the morning. Creative Citrus Breakfast Ideas: Orange Pancakes Transform ordinary pancakes into a citrus delight by substituting fresh-squeezed orange juice for water in the batter. This simple tweak not only…
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Continue ReadingBreakfast is often called the most important meal of the day, and for good reason. It jumpstarts our metabolism and provides the energy we need to tackle our daily tasks. However, not all breakfasts are created equal. Instead of reaching for sugar-laden fast food or pastries that offer only a short-lived energy boost, consider the lasting benefits of incorporating fresh citrus fruits into your morning routine. Why Choose Citrus for Breakfast? Citrus fruits like oranges and grapefruits are not only delicious but also brimming with nutrients. They are excellent sources of essential vitamins such as Vitamin C, which is crucial…
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Continue ReadingHouseplants don’t just make your home look good…they can help you and your family feel good, too. Many studies have shown that growing indoor houseplants offers physical and psychological health benefits, including speeding up healing, boosting your creativity, helping you feel more alert and productive, making you less tired, easing your anxiety and stress and overall improving your mood. Imagine if your houseplants did you one better by providing sweet-smelling, fresh and juicy citrus fruits for you to enjoy? Alas, orange trees are a no-go if you don’t live in Florida or California, and citrus trees belong outdoors…right? Great news…if…
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Continue ReadingSeptember will soon be here…and so will Empress Plums from Hale Groves! Empress Plums are pure, plummy perfection, but plum season is (alas) quite short, so you will want to make sure you don’t miss it. Also known as Italian Prune Plums, Empress Plums are less round than other plums (more egg-shaped, in fact), with thin, purple-blue skins that turn purple-red when cooked and dense yellow flesh that’s juicy and sweet with just the right amount of tanginess. Empress Plums are also known as prune plums because – you guessed it – this is the variety most often used to…
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Continue ReadingDo you love getting citrus fruit from Hale Groves? Say hello to Hale Groves’ Citrus Trees, the perfect gift that keeps on giving, allowing you and your loved ones to grow your own! Imagine the joy of plucking juicy citrus right from your backyard – it’s a delightful touch of nature’s magic in your daily life. And here’s the exciting part – some of our Hale Groves’ Citrus Trees grow citrus fruits we don’t currently offer: specifically, lemons and limes. These trees bring the joy of cultivating your very own supply of these fresh and tangy delights, making them an…
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Continue ReadingUh oh…you just realized you have way more fresh peaches than you can eat before they go off. We get it…your friends at Hale Groves totally get that peach mania can go to your head when peach season rolls around (especially when our Sweet Georgia Peaches, which are available for such a short time are in stock). If you love peaches as much as we do there’s a decent chance you won’t have any left over to worry about, but just in case you did happen to order too many, here are some great peaches tips that will help you…
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Continue ReadingYou see them on our website in June and July (apricot season in the US takes place in late spring through late summer, though they peak earlier) or stacked next to the other stone fruits in the grocery store. But did you ever buy apricots? The size of a plum with fuzzy skin like a peach, apricots taste a bit like a cross between those two favorite fruits with a sweet-tart, not-too-juicy flavor that’s all their own. Apricots are a low-calorie (just 17 calories in one 35 g fruit) snack that packs a nutritious punch, especially when you leave the…