Magiun de prune Topoloveni is a concentrated spread with a shiny surface made in the town of Topoloveni and the surrounding villages, from local, fully ripe, top-quality dark plums which are boiled over for a long time during the concentr... READ MORE
Passata di pomodoro (tomato passata) is an uncooked Italian sauce made from ripe, juicy tomatoes. It is believed it originated in southern Italy (Sicily or Campa... READ MORE
For 3,000 years, the farmers of Siwa Oasis in the Western Egyptian desert have been taking advantage of water in the desert in order to grow chewy Siwa Oasis dates. Three of the most important varieties are Siwi, Azzawi,... READ MORE
Medjool dates are one of the most popular date varieties in the world, first cultivated in the Moroccan oasis Talifalt, and nowadays grown primarily in the Middle East (Israel being the main producer and exporter) and Northern Africa. They are lar... READ MORE
Native to Algeria, deglet nour is one of the most common date varieties consumed in the entire North African region. They are small in size, amber in color, and characterized by the nearly translucent meat and a sweet, nutty, and caramel-like flav... READ MORE
Lingonberry jam is a staple in every Swedish household. Made with bright-red, tangy lingonberries, which are abundant in Swedish forests, the jam has been produced and consumed since ancient times. In the simplest form, lingonberries are merely mi... READ MORE
Mazafati dates are a soft, dark variety of dates that come from Bam, a city in the Kerman Province of southeastern Iran. Known for their moist texture and rich, caramel-like sweetness, Mazafati dates have become one o... READ MORE
Ajwa is a famous date variety originating from Medina, Saudi Arabia. These dates are dark brown to almost black in color. The texture is slightly dry, soft, and chewy, while the flavors are prune-like and sweet with hints of cinnamon, caramel, and... READ MORE
Mission figs are varieties of figs that were introduced to the United States in 1768, when Franciscan missionaries cultivated it in San Diego, hence their other name, Franciscana. They're dark-skinned, which is why they're also called bla... READ MORE
Khudry or khudri is a traditional date variety hailing from Saudi Arabia. These dates are less expensive than most other varieties and they have a dark brown color and a cylindrical shape with wrinkled skin. The size ranges from medium to large. T... READ MORE
Lekvár is a very thick and rich Hungarian spread made from fruits such as apricots, cherries, and prunes. Its thickness makes it perfectly suitable for filling cookies and kiflis, as it does not run out on the sides. Traditionally,... READ MORE
Suska sechlońska is a dried and smoked prune grown and produced in the Malopolskie Voivodship in Poland. Its name refers to the Polish word for dried fruit, suska, while the word sechlońska refers to a place called Sech... READ MORE
Śliwka szydłowska is a unique dried and smoked prune that can be either pitted or unpitted, produced in the Staszów district, Świętokrzyskie Voivodship in Poland, a region with rich lime soils and high amounts of sunshine which fav... READ MORE
This jam is made with rosella, a North Queensland wildflower that is also known as wild hibiscus. Rosellas are simmered with water and sugar, then left to cool down and thicken. The result is a tart jam with an intense crimson color. It is recomme... READ MORE
Murabba' al-ward is a traditional sweet jam made from Damask rose petals, known for its fragrant aroma and refreshing qualities. The petals are simmered with sugar and water until tender, creating a delicately floral jam. Sometimes, additional ing... READ MORE
These dried grapes (sultanas) are produced exclusively from Sultanina grapes. This variety replaced the local Cretan varieties of grapes in the early 20th century, when refugees from Asia Minor arrived and began cultivating Sulta... READ MORE
This traditionally-made apple pie filling consists of a blend of ripe, high-quality Bramley apples, sugar, water, a small amount of lemon juice, and cornflour thickening agent. The minimum apple content in the filling is 97%, and the appl... READ MORE
Quince paste is an unusual fruit preserve often referred to as membrillo in Spanish, or occasionally as quince cheese. This delightful product is made with quince fruit, similar in appearance to large pears or apples, with green and yellow skin, a... READ MORE
Barhi dates are a type of date fruit from Iraq that is small, round to oval, with curved and blunt edges, often with a stem still attached. They are considered one of the sweetest types of dates and can be consumed in all stages of ripeness: yello... READ MORE
German rumtopf originated as a technique in which spring and summer fruits were preserved in overproof rum to be used during winter. Although there are many variations to the traditional recipe, typical choice of fruit includes cherries, ... READ MORE
Piarom dates are a variety of premium Iranian dates cultivated mainly in the southern province of Hormozgan, particularly around the Hajjiabad area. Recognized for their slender, elongated shape and deep brown to almo... READ MORE
Thoory dates are a type of Algerian dates that are firm, dry, and chewy, with a pasty-like texture which is why they got the nickname "bread dates". Given that these dates are very dry and have a hard outside, they keep for a long time and are a c... READ MORE
Internationally marketed under the name Zante currants and also known as Corinthian raisins, Stafida Zakynthou are dried berries of the small, sweet, seedless grape cultivar called Black Corinth, grown and sun-dried naturally on the islan... READ MORE
These large dried figs are made from Traganika variety figs grown exclusively in the municipality of Kymi on the island of Evia. The fig tree of this local variety has hardly any natural pests, which means it can be organically fertilized... READ MORE
Rabbi dates are a variety of Iranian dates primarily cultivated in the southern province of Sistan and Baluchestan, especially around the city of Iranshahr. They are valued for their semi-dry texture, elongated shape,... READ MORE
Sirop de Liège is a popular Belgian product made from fresh fruits such as pears, apricots, apples, dates, and prunes. It was originally produced in 1937, and is commonly used in sauces, dressings, salads, marinades, and desserts. Most ofte... READ MORE
This variety of raisin has been produced since the 13th century in the ancient city of Aigio in the northern Peloponnese, on the hills overlooking the Gulf of Corinth. The Corinthian raisin is made from small, sweet, seedless grapes of the black <... READ MORE
Safawi is a traditional Arabian date variety originating from the Al-Madina region. These wrinkly dates have a deep black color and they're medium to large in size. The texture is soft, moist, and chewy, while the flavor is sweet. The safawi palm ... READ MORE
Saskatoon berry jam is a Canadian fruit product made with a combination of Saskatoon berries, water, sugar, and lemon juice. In order to prepare the jam, the berries are first crushed, then combined with sugar, water, and lemon juice. The... READ MORE
Zahidi dates are a variety of dates originating from Iraq, known for their firm texture and golden-brown color. Zahidi dates have a moderately sweet flavor that distinguishes them from the softer and sweeter varieties... READ MORE
This popular Czech snack is prepared with pitted and sliced apples that are slowly air-dried or dehydrated in the oven. Depending on the size and cut, their texture varies from thin and crispy to thick and chewy. Although they are most commonly en... READ MORE
Sukkary is a traditional Arabian date variety originating from the Al Qassim area. These are among the sweetest and softest variety of dates, often described as melt-in-the-mouth soft dates. Their color is golden, while the flavor is sweet and jui... READ MORE
Agen prunes are the dried fruits of the prune d'Ente plum tree variety that is grown in the Aquitaine region of France, namely between the rivers of Lot and Garonne. Plums have been introduced to the region in the 13th century when a Crus... READ MORE
This variety of raisin is produced from black wine grapes in Ilia prefecture, where they have been produced since the beginning of the 14th century. These raisins owe their special characteristics to the excellent soil and weather conditions in th... READ MORE
Sagai is a traditional date variety originating from the Arabian Peninsula and it's especially popular in Saudi Arabia. These dates are famous for their two-toned color – at the tip, they are golden and dry, while the rest of the body is bro... READ MORE
Often described as something between a relish, a chutney, and a pickle, Italian mostarda is a sweet and spicy fruit preserve that is traditionally served with meats, especially poultry and game. In Northern Italy, it is also an essential accompani... READ MORE
These dried figs of the Smyrna variety are produced in the villages of Taxiarchis, Neos Pyrgos, Agios Georgios, Orei, Istiaia, Kamaria, and Kastaniotissa in the northern part of the island of Euboea. The area benefits from the neighboring... READ MORE
Mostarda di cremona is a type of traditional fruit preserve used as a condiment in Italy. A jar of mostarda di cremona contains one or more varieties of fruit, either whole or cut into pieces. The fruit is cooked with simple syrup, honey,... READ MORE
Here in the region of Emilia Romagna, the preparation of fruit preserves can be traced back to the Renaissance times and it is well documented in historical literature. In fact, Amarene Brusche di Modena sour cherry jam represents one of ... READ MORE
Afghanistan boasts a vast array of high-quality, organic, and highly sought-after dried fruits. The selection of Afghan dried fruits includes fruits such as raisins, apricots, figs, cherries, prunes, dates, and mulberries. In the country,... READ MORE
Wędzone jabłko sechlońskie is a smoked apple product from the village of Sechna in the Małopolskie Province of Poland. This product consists of apple slices that have been dried and smoked, resulting in sweet slices with wrinkled brown skin and sp... READ MORE