What are smoothies? Smoothies are fruit juices made from the whole fruit, meaning not just the fruit's juice, but also the pulp. Smoothies can be made from any fruit, and you can even make smoothies from vegetables. Smoothies get their name from the English word "smooth," which means smooth, gentle, soft, and supple. Read more
Mangoes are drupes and develop over a ripening period of 2 to 5 months. Although there are more than 1000 different mango varieties, only about 30 varieties make it to the market in Germany. There are a wide variety of variations in terms of color, shape, and size. There are almost as many differences in taste among mangoes. Read more
This is what mangoes on a mango tree look like. I find the long stems on the mangoes particularly amusing. I saw my first mango tree in the Dominican Republic in 1994. We were there on vacation in Cabarete for windsurfing. That's where I also ate my first mangoes. Read more
When I go grocery shopping, I first check the produce section to see if fresh mangoes have been delivered. If fresh mangoes have been delivered, I pick out two or more mangoes. I hold them in my hand and feel whether the mangoes are still hard or already somewhat soft. Read more
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