I Love Fruits

Especially the Tropical Ones

My mother grew up in Mexico eating fruits for breakfast, and made sure her children grew up in Hawai'i in the same fashion. Tropical fruits such as mango, starfruit, kiwi, and papaya were readily available. I remember the first time I ever tasted a kiwi. I was about 6 years old and I was about to head outside to play. My mom took a seat at the dining room table and told me to come. She showed me the kiwi and told me I needed to try it. The exterior was very unappetizing to me, but the texture definitely was fun to touch. I couldn't believe it was a fruit. She cut it open. The inside was green! And slimy looking. And what were all those little dark specks? I was intrigued but not curious enough to taste it. My mom spooned out a bite and egged me on. Her look of satisfaction after a bite was what convinced me. I took the spooned piece and put it in my mouth. And. OMG. I was instantly in love. My obsession with fruits began.
Here's a great educational article about the best Hawaiian fruits: Hawaiian Fruits

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