Tag: Nashi

Nashi pears, with about 90% water content, are known for being exceptionally refreshing. But the question remains: what does a Nashi taste like? It has a unique flavor profile and texture, which sets it apart from traditional European pears.

Cultivated for over 3,000 years in East Asia, a nashi is a distinctive crisp, round, and juicy fruit often called the 'Asian apple pear'. Unlike European pears, it is enjoyed firm and is a popular hydrating snack, particularly during hot summers.

Believe it or not, successful fruit breeding often takes over a decade to bring a new variety to market, like the famous Honeycrisp apple. This process of creating new produce has also given rise to a fruit that answers the question: what is an apple and a pear together called? The answer is a 'papple,' but its origins are more complex than the name suggests.