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Apple Varieties
| October 2011
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The month of October denotes fall for most of us and one of the true pleasures of fall is biting into a crisp, juicy apple. So it is not surprising that October is National Apple Month. There are over 7,500 varieties of apples worldwide and your farmers' markets and grocery stores will showcase a wide selection. Apples are grown in every state in the continental United States. Top-producing states include Washington, New York, Michigan, Pennsylvania, California and Virginia. Below you'll find some fun facts about apples and five of the most popular varieties.
Apple Talk The word "apple" has been used in dozens of ways in everyday language. Here are a few of the more popular terms heard down through the ages:
Apple cheeks: Cheeks that have a healthy, rosy-red appearance.
Applejack: A potent brandy made from apple cider.
Appleknocker: American slang for an unsophisticated country person; also for a fruit picker.
Apple of discord: A golden apple inscribed with "For the fairest," thrown by Eris, the Greek goddess of discord, among a gathering of the gods. Paris gave this infamous apple to Aphrodite because she offered him the most beautiful woman in the world -- Helen of Troy -- whose abduction by Paris caused the Trojan War.
Apple of (one's) eye: A person who's treasured above others.
Apple-pie bed: One that's been short-sheeted; also called simply "pie bed."
Apple pie order: Neat, ordered and everything in its place.
Apple polisher: One who fawns over someone in hopes of gaining favor or an advantage.
Applesauce: Nonsense.
Bad apple: A person who's dishonest or a malcontent.
Full of applesauce: One who's full of hot air, nonsense or similar rubbish.
Love apple: A name once used for the tomato.
Upset the applecart: To ruin someone's plans.
Wise apple: A smart alec.
An apple a day keeps the doctor away: Good to know if you have an HMO.
(by Sharon Tyler Herbst: Thank You, Johnny Appleseed)
1. Gala This variety originated in New Zealand, a cross between Kidd´s Orange Red and Golden Delicious. The Royal Gala strain was named in honor of Queen Elizabeth II, who deemed it her favorite during a visit to New Zealand. It was brought to the United States in the early 1970s, and is now one of the country´s most popular apples. This crispy, juicy, very sweet apple is ideal for snacking. Galas can vary in color, from cream to red- and yellow-striped. U.S.-grown Galas are harvested beginning in mid-July, and are typically available year-round. 2. Granny Smith This Australian native was discovered in 1868 as a chance seedling by "Granny" Anne Smith of Ryde, New South Wales. One parent might have been a French Crab Apple. Grannys are known for their distinctive green flesh, which sometimes bears a red blush, and their very tart flavor. An all-purpose apple, Grannys work equally well as a snack or in pies and sauce. U.S. Grannys are harvested beginning in August, and are available year-round. 3. Fuji Originally developed in Japan in the late 1930s and named after the famous Mt. Fuji, U.S.-grown Fujis began appearing in markets in the 1980s. Fuji is a cross between Ralls Janet and Red Delicious. This variety´s popularity is skyrocketing, thanks to its sweet flavor and firmness. Fuji apples are bi-colored, typically striped with yellow and red. They are available year round, beginning in September. 4. Golden Delicious It's the all-purpose apple. Mellow and sweet, Goldens are great for eating out of hand, baking and salads. In salads and other dishes, their flesh stays white longer than other apples. The dry, warm climate of Eastern Washington is perfect for this delicate yellow beauty. They're harvested in September and available all year. 5. Red Delicious This most widely recognized of all U.S. apple varieties originated in Iowa in the 1870s. This sweet, crispy, juicy apple varies in color from striped red to solid midnight red. Western Red Delicious are elongated in shape, with pronounced "feet"; Eastern-grown Delicious are more round. This apple is best eaten fresh or in salads. Red Delicious apples are available year round, starting in September. Read my new "Top 10 Most Annoying Restaurant Trends" post on Womensforum.com on "Sally's Food for Thought" blog. Don't miss the discount at the bottom of this eNewsletter from Lajollacooks4u in La Jolla, California. All the best in food, wine, and travel. Happy October!
Sally Bernstein
Editor-in-Chief
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