What are Truffles
A truffle is, in the simplest terms, a fungus or mushroom of the genus Tuber. It grows underground, as an ectomycorrhizal. What is ectomycorrhizal? The term ectomycorrhizal is used to…
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What are Truffles
Yams (Oca)
Yams grown in New Zealand originate from the South American Andes where they are known as Oca (Oxalis tuberosa). They are related to that pesky week Oxalis and Irish Wood…
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Yams (Oca)
Te Puna Limes
Leading chefs, restaurants and bars have discovered Te Puna Limes, limes outstanding in flavour, juice, zing of zest and size. Te Puna Limes are grown in in a unique corner…
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Te Puna Limes
Kohlrabi
Kohlrabi is not a root vegetable instead a form of cabbage and a member of the mustard family. Its has a fleshy bulbous stem that forms just above the ground.…
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Kohlrabi
Jerusalem Artichoke
Also known as a Sunchoke, a member of the sunflower genus, Helianthus tuberosus, the original Native American name of "sun root" is said to be the most appropriate. The tubers…
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Jerusalem Artichoke
The Truffle Temptation
Last week, while eyeing a decorative cheese plate served at a family function, a creamy half wheel of brie caught my attention. This brie was different, though. Oozing with creaminess,…
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The Truffle Temptation