Fall Into Apples

Fall Into Apples

Feb 27th 2023

The bounty of the season includes all things squash and apples. While there are a wide variety of squashes available and they are liked by many, apples seem to have a universal appeal. When incorporating local, seasonal foods into your menu it is important to know your varieties and think outside the box. As always, fresh produce grown locally will appeal to chefs and diners alike.

Whole Foods offers a comprehensive guide to apples, these are just a few of the highlighted varieties.

  • Ambrosia – A sweet, crisp apple great for eating raw
  • Braeburn – The tender skin of this sweet apple is great for desserts
  • Cameo – A perfect pairing for cheese
  • Cortland – The sweet, white flesh is resistant for browning so get these guys in a salad
  • Fuji – This sweet variety keeps better than any other sweet apple and works great in raw dishes
  • Gala – This one’s handy for snacking but not baking
  • Granny Smith – The tart taste works great in savory dishes where it won’t be masked
  • Red Delicious – This hearty apple holds up well when cooked

Apples obviously make great raw snacks and are welcome in desserts. Perhaps it is time to add some flare to your apple dishes by considering some lesser known savory pairings. By now, guests have heard about the great pairing of apples with cheese. Show diners how versatile apples can be with these unexpected savory companions.

  • Chicken
  • Cabbage
  • Butternut Squash
  • Rosemary
  • Anise
  • Sage

Take guests on a sensational seasonal journey with your apple-inspired menu items this fall. Check out which varieties are abundantly available at your local farmer’s market and ask for tips from the source. Grab your chef coat and don’t be afraid to experiment, especially if it means increasing local demand for apples and showing guests some new flavor combinations.