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20th CENTURY ASIAN PEARS

Also called Nijisseiki, a light-textured, juicy, sweet-tart fruit with a hint of citrus. Green on yellow skin, round shaped. David Karp's favorite. Tends to run smaller than other varieties. Children love this fruit.

Season: August to September.

Size: 20 to 40 per metric layer.

Suggested uses: Fresh eating, salads, great with sashimi, cheese platters, grilled.

Shelf life: Will keep at 32 degrees for 1 month.

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