Nov 14, 2025 | Products
From bright garnishes to bold marmalades, kumquats bring sweet-tart punch to menus all winter long. Here’s how Boston kitchens can make the most of them. What Is a Kumquat? Kumquats are bite-sized citrus fruits that you eat whole—peel and all. The peel is sweet and...
Nov 6, 2025 | Products
If you’re searching for a unique, nutrient-dense addition to your diet, look no further than the wing bean. Also known as Psophocarpus tetragonolobus, this fascinating legume is a staple in many Southeast Asian cuisines and is gaining popularity worldwide due to...
Oct 23, 2025 | Products
Quenepa, also known as Spanish lime or genip, is a tropical fruit native to the Caribbean, Central America, and parts of South America. Quenepa is a small, round fruit with a tough, green or yellowish skin that encloses a juicy, translucent flesh. The flavor of the...
Oct 14, 2025 | Products
Passion fruit, also known as Passiflora edulis, is a tropical fruit native to South America. It is renowned for its unique flavor and vibrant appearance. The fruit has a round or oval shape, with thick, wrinkled purple or yellow skin. Inside, the fruit contains a...
Oct 2, 2025 | Products
If you’ve ever spotted a head of pale butter-yellow leaves delicately freckled with wine-red spots, you’ve met Radicchio Variegato di Castelfranco IGP. Nicknamed the “orchid lettuce” for its rosette shape and painterly pattern, this specialty chicory from Castelfranco...
Sep 16, 2025 | Products
Alphas Produce of Boston is proud to bring you the finest and freshest herbs—one standout favorite is Opal Basil. With its striking purple leaves, distinct aroma, and versatile flavor, Opal Basil isn’t just a culinary herb—it’s a conversation piece. What Makes Opal...
