Quince

ative to warm-temperate Caucasus region of southwest Asia (Georgia, Iran, Armenia), the quince is a small deciduous tree related to apples and pears that produces a bright golden yellow pome frut.

Ripening in late autumn when the green fruit changes to its almost fluorescent-yellow hue with a hard flesh that is strongly perfumed.

See our profile page for tips on preparation and storage, and links to a couple recipes.

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