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2024-07-23
New Zealanders are crazy for this fruit, but it is not the kiwi

May 02, 2024 | The Straits Times |

Thailand aims to enhance export criteria and agricultural standards, ensuring high-quality In New Zealand, the feijoa, a green, egg-sized fruit from South America, is highly abundant and shared freely. Its gritty, jelly-like flesh is popular in various dishes and drinks, making it a symbol of New Zealand's modern food culture. Despite mixed opinions on its taste, chefs and enthusiasts praise its versatility. The feijoa thrives with minimal care and has a devoted following among New Zealanders and expatriates, with some comparing the passion for feijoas to the fondness Malaysians have for durians.

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