Cues: It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas~ While we can’t enjoy the snow (for now) and the winter weather, it’s still a perfect time for comfort, good food, and rest.

If you’re still pondering what to get for your upcoming Christmas party, think different apart from the usual turkey, log cakes, and festive tartlets. Find out what are some of the winter premium fruit specials (only available this month) to share with your loved ones!

These premium fruits will sure to impress and at the same time, enjoy these guilt-free with ease this feasting season while enjoying a little taste of Japan.

Find out what are the winter fruit specials you can find during this season + their health benefits with us! Don’t forget to read on till the end for a surprise and a promo code! ;-)

Premium Large Amaou Red Strawberry

Known as the King of strawberries, Amaou Strawberries are known as a speciality from Fukuoka. It’s also very popular as a winter food among the Japanese!

These were super sweet, juicy and huge! It’s a good balance of acidity and sweetness. We thoroughly enjoyed every bit of it!

Sweetness Level: 10/10

Japanese Le Lectier Pear

Le Lectier Pears are only available in the winter season, these pears are grown in the Shirone district also known as the city’s “pear capital”. These pears are known for their superior fragrance with a hint of banana and smooth texture.

Fun Fact: Farmers usually pick these in late October & they will be ready to eat by December after they soften and turn yellow.

I can’t go back to eating my usual pears now after indulging in these.

Sweetness level: 8.5/10

Japanese Kinokawa (Black Flesh) Persimmon

Do you know about the benefits of Persimmon? Apart from the fact that it aids to bust hangovers, persimmons are known to be a great source of Vitamin C and Vitamin B-6!

These are not only super flavourful, but it gives you that added crunch while indulging in it too!

Kuroama (黒あま), got its “black sesame-like” flesh from aged tannin using a special growing technique and is harvested only when it is fully ripened, which results in a richer sweetness and non-astringent fruit. Growing along the Kinokawa River in Wakayama Prefecture, this provided a much-needed optimal breeding environment with plentiful minerals that enhances the flavour and texture of Kuroama Persimmon.

Only 1% of the batch is selected, and only the finest are carefully selected to be sold under the name “Kuroama”. 

Fun Fact: Persimmons are actually the national fruit of Japan!

I don’t typically like persimmons because they tend to not be that juicy and kind of dry. This was the first persimmon I’ve ever had with actual juice inside of it!

Sweetness Level: 8/10

Saijou Dried Persimmon

Originated from Tottori Prefecture, Japan — Saijou さいじょう , translated to be “the very best one”, is one of the best varieties around for making half-dried (anpo) persimmons. The Saijo persimmon is an old Japanese variety that is ranked as the best tasting persimmon by gourmets. Wonderfully sweet flesh comparable to the flavour of honey!

Best of all? Knowing munching these gives me not only joy but packed with nutrition at the same time.

Japanese Orin Apple from Aomori

Pronounced as “oh-rin”, which also translates to “king of apples” — orin apples is the third most sought apple variety in Japan.

Orin apples are known to be an excellent source of vitamin C and dietary fiber! These were super sweet and crunchy. It’s also our first time trying Orin apples and, man, it’s no surprise why it’s so highly raved in Japan!

Sweetness Level: 9/10

Japanese Benimadonna Orange

BeniMadonna (紅まどんな) is a hybrid between MinamiKaoru and Amakusa breed. It is large and wide in size with a good appearance and taste!

From Ehime Prefecture, Benimadonna is only usually available once a year during the month of December. Momobud recommends to best enjoy it by slicing into slices despite having thin outer skin which is perfectly attached to the pulp. With its excellent texture that spreads throughout your mouth with refreshing juice and scent!

Check out the size in comparison!

The best part of this orange is the soft juicy-jelly like pulps, which is why it is also known as the Jelly Orange! It’s super juicy and refreshing, and i highly recommend you to cart this out while it’s still available!

Sweetness Level: 9/10

Nagasaki Red Melon

Fun Fact: Do you know that muskmelons can be eaten in 2 ways? One in the semi-ripe state (solid flesh color) - which flesh is firmer and can be served in slices.

We waited it out for 4-5 days, sliced it & enjoyed it at its ripest state! The taste was bold, and to be honest - the sweetest melon I ever had in my life. The sweetness is impeccable! What a life-changing experience!

Sweetness Level: 9/10

Customise Your Own Premium Japanese Fruit Basket/Hamper For Your Loved Ones This Christmas!

Established in 2015, MomoBud is one of the first online e-commerce specialising in imported Premium Seasonal Fruits & Gifts. The word 'Momo' comes from the Japanese word 'Peach' and 'Bud' stems from the start of a new beginning/era. Find a myriad of products mainly focusing on high-quality Japanese Premium Fruits and other Unique & Exotic Seasonal Fruits where their staff hand-pick and deliver them fresh to your doorsteps. They also offer customized Fruit Gift Wrap & Boxes, Hampers & Crates that are ideal for any occasion.

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*Note that their fruits are updated daily depending on the latest availability in the market!

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*Open to residents in Singapore only!

What’s Upcoming!

First-ever Farm-To-Fork Story Featuring Japan’s premium Mini Sweet Tomatoes of Petitoma

For the tomato lovers, you’ll be glad to know that Japan’s premium mini sweet tomatoes will be arriving in Singapore soon!

Featured above: The sweet mini tomatoes of PETITOMA taste like fruits and are deliciously sweet and juicy. These freshies are “sweet, almost as fruits”, a nature’s candy that is set to enchant everyone with their sweet, rich and intense flavor.

Beyond this flavor, these mini tomatoes tell a story of the Japan farmers, as every batch that is produced is fully traceable to farm to ensure freshness and food safety.

Stay tuned to Momobud’s website and socials if you’d like to get your hands on these!

This article is brought to you in collaboration with Momobud.

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