Purchasing seasonal foods comes with many advantages, such as enjoying produce at its freshest, saving money, backing local farmers, and minimizing environmental impact. Check out some of the delicious foods that are in season this November!
Dates:
Fresh dates are in season from September to May, with their peak availability in November. In contrast, dried dates can be found throughout the year. Fresh dates can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for approximately one month.
Mandarins:
Mandarins are considered a winter fruit and are in season November through April.
Brussels Sprouts:
Brussels sprouts are a winter vegetable that are in peak season from September through November. Avoid Brussels sprouts with leaves that have holes or are shriveled, wrinkling, or withered.
Lemons:
Lemon is a citrus fruit that is actually considered a winter fruit! While you can find citrus fruits year-round, they tend to taste best when purchased from November to April, particularly in late winter.
Grapefruit:
Grapefruit winter fruit that is in peak season from November through February. A ripe grapefruit will be slightly red in color. The deeper the color, the more intense the flavor.
Rutabaga:
Rutabagas are in season from October to March, with their peak flavor in the heart of winter. Choose rutabagas that are firm, approximately 4 inches in diameter, and have a purplish hue on their skin for the best quality.
