Exploring the Yunnan Plateau’s Specialty Fruits : A Feast for the Taste of Geographical Indication Products
Here, it is not only a place where fruits are gathered and distributed, but also the original place of origin at the heart of many well-known products marked with unique geographical indications.
Every year, in August, when northern my country gradually enters autumn and the weather turns cooler, Spring City ushered in the most prosperous period for the fruit market. Seasonal fresh fruits from all over Yunnan gather here. With their original ecological quality and landmark attributes, they conquer the taste organs of everyone who comes here.
Qujing Kirin Melon : Crisp and refreshing sweet spring on the red soil of the plateau
In the Kunming hot day fruit market, the sales champion is the Qujing Kirin melon .
It is produced on the red soil of the Qujing Plateau. Sufficient sunshine and a large temperature difference between day and night bring higher sugar content to the Kirin melon.
Its key quality characteristics are that the rind is thin and crisp, the meat has a gritty structure, the fiber content is very small and will melt when put in the mouth, the juice is very sufficient, and the sweetness is very pure.
Compared with ordinary watermelon, the sweetness of unicorn melon is more refreshing and natural. Eat it chilled before eating. It is a natural and excellent variety used to cool down and replenish moisture in summer.
Anning Red Pear : A sweet and juicy legend in thousands of acres of pear orchards
Anning red pears, which were launched in August, have a bright red appearance and white and tender flesh.
Its unique flavor comes from the unique local soil and water quality. It tastes sweet with a hint of acidity, which greatly enriches the taste. It is rich in juice and has less pomace, which can promote body fluids and quench thirst.
Whether you go to an orchard in person to experience the joy of farming during picking, or you do not purchase it in a market, you can taste and enjoy the fresh and authentic taste that carries the fragrance emanating from the soil.
Zhaotong early-ripening apples : a symbol of health on the plateau
This proverb, "An apple a day, keeps a doctor away" is perfectly interpreted by Zhaotong Apple.
In view of the high altitude of Wumeng Mountain and the special climate conditions of strong sunshine, Zhaotong apples mature about a month earlier than those in northern production areas, which accordingly fills the gap in the market.
Its early-maturing variety matures in July and is famous for its "sweet, crisp and delicious" taste .
The color of the fruit surface of Zhaotong apple is very natural, the tissue in the pulp is tightly arranged, and the flavor it exudes is extremely rich. It is also a high-quality source of vitamins and dietary fiber. It is especially suitable for children and the elderly to eat. It is a real healthy fruit.
August is the perfect time to taste it, when the fruity flavors are at their purest and most intense.
Mengzi sweet pomegranate and eagle peach : a century-old agate taste
As a place that is well-known near and far and is known as the "Hometown of Pomegranates", the history of planting sweet pomegranates in Mengzi can be traced back to 700 years ago, and was introduced from Iran and Afghanistan.
Xin'ansuo Town is located in the core production area and has a unique natural environment, which creates the characteristics of Mengzi pomegranate, which is that the fruit is huge, its skin is as thin as paper, its seeds are full, and its core is soft.
Peel off the outer skin, and the seeds inside are as crystal clear as red agate. They are juicy, sweet and have no residue. They are highly ornamental and edible.
The Mengzi hawkbill peach, which was launched during the same period, got its name because its top resembles an eagle's beak. Its flesh is very plump, and it tastes sweet and soft. It is an excellent seasonal fruit that is suitable for both the elderly and children. It fully demonstrates the diversity of fruits with plateau characteristics.
Huaping late-ripening mangoes and Lijiang snow peaches : golden gifts from the Jinsha River
Lijiang Huaping mango is called the "King of Fruits" because the climate in the hot dry valley of the Jinsha River plays a supportive role.
The maturity period of this variety is strictly limited to the period from August to October. It is a typical late-maturing variety. Due to its long growth period, the sugar content is more abundant, showing a bright color, a particularly rich flavor, extremely high sugar content, and a very delicate taste without any fiber.
Echoing it is the Lijiang snow peach. This kind of peach grows in the snowy environment of the plateau. The ripening period of the peach is also after August. Its fruit shape is very large, its color is white and red, its flesh is tender and has a sweet taste. It is a high-end representative of Yunnan geographical indication products.
Crystal grapes and figs: pastoral charm around Kunming
Grapes with a transparent appearance are planted in large quantities near Kunming's recreational farm restaurants, creating a refreshing and fresh scene in the summer.
Its variety characteristics are outstanding. The fruit looks like it is made of crystal clear material, showing an emerald green color. The peel is as thin as a cicada's wing. The juice is rich and the taste is sweet. It also has a unique natural aroma. It is extremely suitable for the whole family to go out to pick on weekends, so as to experience the fun of farming.
And those things that can be seen everywhere and show specific colors are not just ornamental tree species used for landscaping. Moreover, the fruits it produces are high-quality fruits that can promote saliva secretion and make people feel moist in summer.
The taste of ripe figs is thick and sweet, and its juice has an elegant aroma. This is an authentic choice for making fresh fruit drinks or eating them directly.
Red Heart and White Heart Pitaya: A colorful treasure house of nutrition
Dragon fruit grown in many places in Yunnan has its best tasting period in August.
The pitayas on the market are mainly divided into two types: white pitaya and red pitaya. They have different quality characteristics and different consumption scenarios: white pitayas are generally larger in size, rich in juice, and have a refreshing and pleasant taste, suitable for cutting into pieces for juicing; red pitayas are sweeter, have brightly colored flesh, are rich in anthocyanins, have extremely high nutritional value, are very popular with children, and are ideal ingredients for making fruit salads and healthy desserts.
In addition, in August, the market in Kunming gathers a wealth of fruits from various places in Yunnan and Southeast Asia, such as lychees, bananas, blueberries, pineapples, mangosteens, and durians.
It is the unique and extreme location advantage of this so-called "Spring City", as well as the three-dimensional climate that presents complex and diverse characteristics. They work together to create a situation where the fruits here have a dizzying variety in terms of varieties, are of impeccable quality in terms of quality, and are affordable enough to be close to the public consumption level, and have been given the wonderful reputation of "Fruit Paradise".
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