5 seasonal fruits for your spring recipes
If your vessel is moored in Spain , you will be blessed with a variety of fruits that are in season during the springtime .
Treat your superyacht guests’ taste buds with top-quality flavoured ingredients that will surely not disappoint their appetite.
The provisioning team at Evolution can deliver fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients freshly picked from land straight to your galley .
For the warmer days that are approaching, invite your superyacht guests to cool down on some sweet yet strong -flavoured fruits such as peach, cherries, bananas, watermelon, and strawberries . These fruits make great toppings for your spring recipes !
Peaches
Although there are many varieties of peaches, you typically only see red and yellow skins in Spain. The Spanish peach grows in all climates, but their optimal time is spring , starting In May. Full of vitamin C , potassium and fibre nutrients, their naturally sugary taste is the ultimate treat for your yacht guests during the warm spring days.
Grown in Spain , peaches are a popular fruit with the most popular varieties being the Paraguayos peach and the Nectarine . Your guests can enjoy this fruit fresh as a snack or the superyacht chefs can prepare desserts, baked goods, and savoury dishes such as salads.
Cherries
Cherry season usually starts in late April and lasts until early June, with the peak season in late May . Spain is one of the most popular cherry producers with a wide number of cultivars in the country, therefore, a must-have local ingredient for chefs to have on board.
Some of the popular Spanish varieties include the Burlat cherry , which is the earliest ripening variety bearing bright red and juicy fruit. The Ambrunés cherry is known for its firm and crunchy texture and the Picota cherry is known for its distinctive flavour and texture.
Cherries are often eaten fresh as a snack , and they are a perfect treat for your yacht guests to have on hand during the day. However, your superyacht chefs can also include this seasonal local produce in desserts, including cherry pies, tarts, and ice creams .
Bananas
Bananas are an excellent source of potassium, vitamin C, vitamin B6, fibre and antioxidants . An absolute must-have in your yacht’s fruit baskets. Their natural sweetness makes them a healthy and satisfying snack or star ingredient for chefs’ to add to spring recipes.
Although bananas are usually imported from South American countries such as Ecuador and Costa Rica , they are widely available year-round in Spain and in the Canary Islands .
Watermelon
Watermelon is a hydrating fruit that is highly refreshing during the warm late spring months. A good source of vitamins A and C , supporting immune health and with many anti-inflammatory antioxidants . This an excellent choice of local produce to add to the list for your next provisioning order.
A healthy and delicious addition to a balanced springtime diet that will surely suit the taste of the most discerning yacht guests . It is also important to note that when you see watermelon on the market, it is guaranteed that summer is near !
Strawberries
Strawberries are a seasonal and local fruit typically harvested during the springtime. Spain is a major producer of strawberries, particularly in the southern regions of Huelva and Almería . Some of the most common varieties grown in Spain include the Sabrina, the Cadonga, and Florida . They are notoriously exported to different countries throughout Europe.
Their sweet and vibrant colour makes them a popular and required ingredient for superyacht chefs in springtime dishes, desserts, and drinks . Strawberries are high in Vitamin C, fibre, minerals, and antioxidants , allowing for a natural immune system boost. An ideal ingredient for superyacht chefs to add to spring recipes.
In case you require the freshest seasonal fruits provisioning delivery , contact the local expert team of Evolution Yacht Agents at provisioning@evolutionagents.com
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