Anise (Fennel): A Fragrant and Flavorful Addition to Your Kitchen
At Alpha’s Produce of Boston, we take pride in sourcing and supplying the freshest, highest-quality produce. One of our most unique and aromatic offerings is anise, also known as fennel. This versatile vegetable, with its crisp texture and sweet, licorice-like flavor,...
Persian Cucumbers: The Crisp, Sweet Crunch Your Menu Has Been Missing
If you love the fresh snap of cucumber but could do without thick skins, big seeds, or watery flavor, it’s time to meet your new go-to: Persian cucumbers. These small, slender cucumbers are known for their crisp bite, mild sweetness, and thin, tender skin—making them...
Kumquat: The Tiny Citrus with Big Flavor
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...
Radicchio Variegato di Castelfranco IGP: The Speckled Jewel Chefs Love
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...Product of the Month: Jackfruit
