Suffering from winter blahs? This gorgeous tangerine cocktail packs a bright citrus punch! A perfectly balanced mix of Aperol, Lillet blanc, tangerine juice, and club soda make this delightful drink and fun addition to any gathering. Garnished with edible, sweet-and-sour kumquat slices for extra punch. Ingredients: 6 slices Hale Groves Tangerines 1 ½ c. freshly squeezed tangerine juice 6 kumquats, halved ¾ c. Lillet blanc ½ c. Aperol (bitter orange aperitif) Ice as needed 1 ½ c. club soda, chilled Directions: Stir together tangerine juice, Lillet Blanc, and Aperol in a pitcher. Chill until ready to serve. Fill 6 wine glasses with…
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Continue ReadingWe’ve all heard that it’s never a good idea to workout on a full stomach. But is it really such a good idea to workout on an empty stomach? If you’ve ever gone for a morning run and found yourself feeling a bit nauseated afterwards, you may have wondered. The…
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Continue ReadingTanghulu (meaning “candied haws” in Mandarin) refers to a traditional treat of fruit coated in hardened sugar on skewers and sold by Chinese street vendors. Sweet, tangy and crunchy, these citrusy treats are fun to make and are a delightful dessert or afternoon snack for kids. Ingredients: 2-3 Hale Groves…
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Continue ReadingLooking to brighten up a dull winter’s day? There’s no better way than with fresh fruit! Colorful, delicious, and super-good for you (oranges and grapefruit are packed with immune-boosting vitamin C, a must for defeating colds and viruses), fruit is a great way to ease the winter doldrums, whether you’re…
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Continue ReadingDo you love oranges? You’re not alone – oranges are (arguably) the world’s most popular citrus fruit. But were you aware that there are many different kinds of oranges? It’s true – perhaps you enjoy summer oranges (like juicy Valencia Oranges which come into season in the United States during…
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Continue ReadingIf you’re sweet on citrus, this tropical-inspired salsa will be your new favorite game day treat! Honey-sweet tangerines and fresh-squeezed lime add refreshing, tangy-sweet flavor to traditional tomato salsa, while a splash of hot sauce adds extra zip. Great for holiday parties, this citrusy salsa will be a hit with…
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Continue ReadingINGREDIENTS 1/2 cup granulated sugar2 tablespoons tangerine peel, with all white pith removed, finely chopped2 cups freshly squeezed tangerine juice (about 6 to 8 tangerines) PREPARATION In a small non-reactive saucepan, combine the sugar, peel, and 1/2 cup water. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring until all the…
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Continue ReadingCitrus fruits are not just good for eating fresh out of hand or juiced for rejuvenating refreshment. They can also be used to tenderize meat while bringing colorful flavors to different dishes. Tangerine, the reddish-orange citrus fruit consisting of hybrids of mandarin orange, is one of the sweetest and least…
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Continue ReadingOranges, tangerines, lemons, limes, and grapefruits are all important crops from the genus citrus in the flowering rue family, Rutaceae. Collectively known as citrus, these fruits have brought about the rise of their own industry in the United States. Of the many citrus varieties Citron, Pomelo, and Mandarin are the…
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The first-choice fruit for children, sweet and easy to eat tangerines will become a favorite for the whole family. Tangerines are a unique citrus with a heavenly and flavorfully sweet flesh. Hale Groves? tangerines, with their smaller-than-an-orange appearance and an almost too-easily peeled thin skin, have a wide harvesting window…