On Fri, 06 Feb 2004 02:34:57 GMT, usual suspect wrote:

Rubystars wrote:
Apples and oranges are extremely boring.

I want to try exotic fruits and vegetables, like black sapote, taro,
durian,
and lychees.

Taro is a tuber, not a fruit; it grows into a plant like elephant ears.
You can get it at HEB or Fiesta. You'll find oranges much more exciting,
imo. When cooked into poi, it's pretty bland and starchy. Mmm...
http://www.foodsubs.com/Photos/poi.jpg
While I can't comment on where to find taro etc in your area [although if
you are ever in my neck of the woods, these exotic fruit and vegetables are
the norm], I suggest checking out the local Cypriot population. For some
reason they use quite a bit of taro.

Black sapote (sapote negro) is like a persimmon. You can find them at
Mexican markets, but you'll probably face the same problem you're having
at HEB. Lychees are usually available fresh (and always available canned
in syrup) at Asian markets; I've only seen them once at HEB. You can
sometimes get them at Mexican markets. Same with durians. I often see
both at Asian supermarkets if I pay attention.

Black sapote icecream! One of my favourites!

Does anyone have a good idea where I might be able to order some? I'd
talk
to the produce guy at my local HEB but he doesnt' understand English
very
well.

Try printing out pictures and say, "Yo deseo éstos, por favor" ("I want
these, please"). Or find another employee who speaks English.





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