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Thu, 23 Feb 2012 09:00:06 -0600

For more information about FruitShare’s organic fruit delivery, fundraisers and events, along with health and wellness information, and much more, check us out at:

www.FruitShare.com

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During the winter, each box of FruitShare farm fresh fruit is...

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 09:00:05 -0600

During the winter, each box of FruitShare farm fresh fruit is like a burst of sunshine in your kitchen! Filled with bright, juicy citrus that smells and tastes delicious, you can’t help but be uplifted.

Valentine's Day Fruit Haiku Contest Winner

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 09:00:06 -0600

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Find out who won our Valentine’s Day Fruit Haiku Contest by visiting our WordPress blog! What do you think of the winning poem?

What are your plans for Valentine’s Day?

Kumquats, Dates & Shaved Parmesan Salad Recipe

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:00:05 -0600

This salad is quick and easy, and far from bland. With the bright punch of flavor from the kumquats, the spice arugula and the mild Parmesan, your taste buds are in for a treat.

5 kumquats
4 handfuls baby arugula
1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves
2 dates, pitted and diced
1/4 cup Parmesan shavings.
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Salt & pepper, to taste

Slice kumquats into thin rounds, discarding seeds. Combine arugula, parsley, dates, kumquats and parmesan. Whisk together the lemon juice and olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Pour over salad dressing and toss to coat.

Courtesy of kumquatgrowers.com

Kumquats are here!

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 09:00:05 -0600

What-quats?! Kumquats! Tiny citrus fruits that pack tons of flavor! Kumquats are the only citrus fruit that has an edible peel. In fact, the chewy peel is the sweet part of the fruit. The insides are incredibly sour. The combination of crunchy seeds, juicy insides and chewy peel make kumquats an interesting snack. Plus, the punch of intense flavor followed by the mild sweetness of the peel contrast - and yet somehow work together perfectly.

Each Kumquat is about the size of a large grape. You can eat them whole, slice them on salads, candy them…the list goes on. Plus, one kumquat contains about 14% of your daily recommended vitamin C - but you won’t be able to eat just one!

Get your kumquats by ordering this week’s mixed box of fruit in season. Boxes of kumquats can also be purchased by special request; just email everett@fruitshare.com.

Write a Poem for the Valentine's Day Fruit Haiku Contest!

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 09:00:05 -0600

FruitShare’s Valentine’s Day Fruit Haiku Contest, a poem

Fruit haiku contest.
You could win a box of fruit.
Click here and enter.

Valentine's Day Fruit Haiku Contest

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:00:05 -0600

Enter FruitShare’s Valentine’s Day Fruit Haiku Contest and you could win a gift box of farm fresh fruit from FruitShare!

Visit our WordPress blog for all the details at fruitshare.wordpress.com.
Write your haiku about how much you love fruit. A haiku is a poem with 5 syllables in the first line, 7 syllables in the second line, and 5 syllables in the third line.
Submit your haiku as a comment on out WordPress blog.
Check back to see other entries!

The winner will be notified on February 14th, Valentine’s Day!

Blood oranges are a special type of orange that gets a dark red...

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:00:06 -0600

Blood oranges are a special type of orange that gets a dark red coloring from an antioxidant called anthocyanin. They have a tangy, bright flavor you’ll love! Order your FruitShare blood oranges today!

This is a very interesting look at the improving effects of...

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 09:00:06 -0600

This is a very interesting look at the improving effects of exercise - even if you are sedentary for most of each day. What do you think: will you commit to limiting your sitting and sleeping to 23 1/2 hours?

Kale, Blood Orange & Hazelnut Salad Recipe

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 09:00:06 -0600

Blood oranges are one of the most unique citrus fruits, both for flavor and appearance. The appearance - deep red or marbled red-and-orange - is caused by the antioxidant anthocyanin, which is usually found in blueberries and other blue or purple fruits. Blood oranges are the only citrus fruit that contains anthocyanin, giving them an extra kick of nutrition found in other superfoods. Combined with kale, a leafy green vegetable containing an unbelievable amount of vitamins and minerals, you may be hard pressed to find a more nutrient-rich salad.

Also, it’ll be yummy.

Kale, Blood Orange and Hazelnut Salad

1 1/2 pounds Tuscan black kale or regular kale, stems and ribs removed, leaves shredded
4 blood oranges, segmented, juices reserved
1/2 cup hazelnuts, toasted and chopped
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Course salt and freshly ground pepper

Combine kale, oranges and hazelnuts in a large bowl. Drizzle with vinegar, oil and reserved orange juice; toss. Season with salt and pepper. Let stand for 30 minutes before serving.

Recipe courtesy of thebittenword.com

FruitShare is currently shipping Rio Star grapefruit, blood...

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 09:00:05 -0600

FruitShare is currently shipping Rio Star grapefruit, blood oranges, navel oranges, Cara Cara oranges, Valencia oranges, Fuji or Braeburn apples and kiwi. Order yours today!

What's On My Food?

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 09:00:05 -0600

What's On My Food?:

Curious about the chemicals you may be ingesting with your tasty fresh fruits and veggies? Check out What’s On My Food? from the Pesticide Action Network to find out exactly what is on conventionally-grown foods. Then head over to FruitShare.com to order your organic fruit delivery, totally free of chemical pesticides, herbicides and fungicides.

Cold-weather exercise

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 09:00:05 -0600

Don’t let the cold weather keep you inside! With a few preparations, exercising outside can be fun and safe.

Dress in layers, and wear clothes that wick sweat away from your body so you don’t get wet and cold. Don’t forget thin gloves and a hat.
Drink lots of water, even if you don’t feel as thirsty as you do in warmer weather.
Tell someone where you are, bring your cell phone and stay closer to home so that you won’t get stuck far from home in the cold.
If you are exercising after dark, wear reflective clothing and carry a light so cars can see you.

Some fun outdoor activities for the wintertime include ice skating, skiing (FruitShare founder Everett Myers loves cross-country skiing!), snowshoeing, building snowmen and so much more! What do you do to exercise out of doors in the winter?

Know someone with a cold or the flu? Send them a FruitShare gift...

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 09:00:05 -0600

Know someone with a cold or the flu? Send them a FruitShare gift box filled with juicy, vitamin C-packed citrus to help them feel better!

We found this a while back and decided to re-share it. The boy...

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 09:00:06 -0600

We found this a while back and decided to re-share it. The boy in this video quickly, accurately and compellingly explains what the problems are with the food industry and how we can start to fix them. And guess what? He’s only 11 years old. Pretty amazing!

Jicama and Orange Salad Recipe

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 09:00:05 -0600

Jicama and fresh organic oranges make this salad a fresh, sweet option perfect for any weeknight dinner or for a special occasion.

Jicama and Orange Salad Recipe

6 cups strips peeled jicama
6 cups lightly packed baby spinach
1 cup orange sections (about 2 oranges)
1 cup red bell pepper strips
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
2/3 cup ginger-sesame vinaigrette
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

Combine the first five ingredients in a large bowl. Drizzle with ginger-sesame vinaigrette and toss to coat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve.
Courtesy of cookinglight.com

Organic Rio Star Grapefruit is a sweet and juicy start to the...

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 09:00:05 -0600

Organic Rio Star Grapefruit is a sweet and juicy start to the morning. Order yours today!

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 09:00:05 -0600

Merry Christmas from all of us at FruitShare!

Thanks to all of you who are celebrating the holidays with fresh organic fruit from FruitShare - we are so grateful to all of our customers! We wish you wonderful holidays this year, and a happy New Year, too!

We’ll be back in 2012 with more fresh posts!

~The FruitShare Gang

"These are the best citrus fruits I’ve ever had."

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 09:00:05 -0600

“These are the best citrus fruits I’ve ever had.”

- Heath S., a FruitShare customer

Edamame and Orange Rice Recipe

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 09:00:06 -0600

This recipe is quick and packed with super-healthy oranges, edamame and brown rice. It’s a perfect side dish for busy nights.

Edamame and Orange Rice Recipe

3 cups uncooked quick-cooking brown rice
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 1/2 cups thinly sliced celery
1 cup sliced green onions
1 cup julienned red bell pepper
1 cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed
1/2 cup dry-roasted cashews
1/4 cup low-sodium teriyaki sauce
1 teaspoon dark sesame oil
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 small oranges, peeled and sectioned

Cook the rice according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Set aside and keep warm. Heat canola oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add celery, onions and bell pepper. Saute 1 minute. Stir in cooked rice, edamame and remaining ingredients. Serve immediately.
Courtesy of cookinglight.com