After a long, hard winter, spring is finally here! This means budding leaves, blossoming flowers, blooming trees – and, if you’re if you’re one of the millions of Americans who suffer from allergies, sneezing, a stuffy head, runny nose and other irksome symptoms that can put a damper on the new season. There’s no doubt about it – seasonal allergies (also known as hay fever and allergic rhinitis) can be a misery. You may already take steps to manage your seasonal allergy symptoms such as using an air purifier, dusting more frequently, and stocking up on over-the-counter remedies. But did…
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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 ReadingTheir season is short, but Honeybells are well worth the wait. We’re betting you’ve never tasted a citrus fruit so incredibly refreshing as this juicy tangerine/grapefruit cross…named for the honey-sweetness of its juice and bell shape, the easy-to-peel, hard-to-find Honeybell is a citrus sensation that’s sweeping the nation! But Honeybells are more than their vibrant flavor, fun shape and bright scent…they’re also a superfood as full of health benefits as they are of great taste. Premium Hale Honeybells are worth the extra effort in so many ways! Honeybells 101: Nutrition Facts Honeybells are a mandarin hybrid that are high in…
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Continue ReadingYou probably already know that the American Heart Association recommends four to five servings of fruit daily. That can seem like a lot, and you may be struggling with just how to eat more fresh fruit each day. Our recommendation is to think outside the box – that is, the snack box. It can be hard to think of fruit as fitting into your main meals (except maybe for breakfast, when fresh-squeezed orange or grapefruit juice is often considered a must). After all, a piece of fresh fruit, packed with flavor and nutritional benefits, can be viewed as the perfect…
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Continue Reading“A pear a day keeps the doctor away.” Does that statement seem wrong to you? While it’s true that Benjamin Franklin actually made that claim about apples, he could just as easily have made it about one of the other quintessential fall fruits – the pear. It’s true – pears are not only delicious (and if you’re not a fan, it may be that you haven’t hit on quite the right pear variety for your taste buds), but they’re also supremely good for you. Pears can be used in many ways besides eating them fresh out of hand as a…
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Continue ReadingThere’s nothing like that sweet-yet-tangy flavor of a Navel Orange. If sunshine had a taste, orange might be it! A fresh, navel orange is delicious on its own, but its unique taste can add a bright flavor to salads, soups and entrees, while orange candy, orange cookies, and cakes flavored with orange are perfect if you’re looking for a lighter, melt-in-your-mouth dessert after a heavy meal or when serving tea. Navel oranges are sweet, seedless and have excellent health benefits. These health benefits can be attributed to their high concentration of antioxidants and other health-promoting nutrients including vitamin C…
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Continue ReadingHale Groves is known for our citrus fruits! Grapefruit, Navel Oranges, Tangerines, Honeybells…we offer some of the best fresh fruit online. And not just citrus…you can buy fruit online from us for every season of the year, from pears in the autumn to peaches in the spring to cherries in the summer, all of it perfect and delicious. Our fruits gifts are handpicked and carefully inspected and sent to you at their peak of ripeness so you can enjoy them at their best no matter what time of year it is. That’s what makes fruit baskets from Hale Groves so…
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Continue ReadingWith the increased availability of Navel Oranges for sale you might find yourself wondering about this oddly named fruit. After all, apples are red, pears are green, plums are purple, and oranges are…well, orange! Why are oranges so named? You may think it’s because all oranges are actually orange whereas not all apples are red (nor are all pears green or all plums purple). The fact is that oranges (navel or otherwise) grown outside the US aren’t always orange – some stay green, and some become almost lemon-yellow. Grove Navels, Temples, Cara Caras: Why is the Fruit Delivered by Hale…