Pears aren’t just for the table. With a few pantry staples, a ripe pear becomes a soothing homemade scrub that leaves skin feeling soft, smooth, and refreshed. It’s also a lovely way to use a pear that’s a little too ripe for snacking. Nothing goes to waste, and you get a simple spa moment at home. Why Pears Make a Lovely Scrub Ripe pears are naturally juicy and mash into a smooth, creamy base that blends easily with other ingredients. Paired with gentle exfoliants like oats or brown sugar, pear puree helps create a scrub that feels luxurious without being…
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Continue ReadingWarm spices, tender pears, and a buttery brown sugar topping make this pear crisp a cozy addition to any holiday table. King Comice Pears, known as the sweetest and juiciest of all pears, bake into a rich, honeyed filling that tastes like the season. The ingredients are simple and the…
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Continue ReadingSlow-baked pear chips are a simple, elegant snack with just one main ingredient. Thin slices of fresh pear bake low and slow until golden, curled, and delightfully crisp. They make a lovely gluten-free alternative to crackers on a cheese board, and they’re just as nice tucked into a lunch bag…
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Continue ReadingFew desserts capture the essence of fall quite like an upside-down cake, where caramelized fruit becomes the star of the show. This elegant pear upside-down cake transforms humble ingredients into something truly spectacular – tender, buttery cake topped with gorgeous fan-arranged pear slices that have been lovingly caramelized in rich…
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Continue ReadingThe harvest of our tree-ripened pears and apples is about to begin! Our orchards in the Pacific Northwest are leading the way as premier providers of farm-fresh pears and apples. The conditions this season have been ideal, resulting in a bountiful yield of high-quality fruits. Our orchards have meticulously maintained…
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Continue ReadingIndulge in a unique blend of flavors with our Pittman & Davis Pear and Bacon Grilled Cheese. Quick, easy, and bursting with deliciousness, this recipe turns the classic grilled cheese into a gourmet experience. Ingredients 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons currant or fig jam 2 slices white sandwich bread…
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Continue ReadingIt is apples and pears season and it can be a hard choice when deciding which to use for a snack or recipe. Both are juicy and sweet, plus terrifically nutritious. So what better way to eat these fruits than to use both of them when making an all-American classic…
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Continue ReadingFor the fall and holiday season is an impressive yet easy-to-prepare salad featuring fresh pears and a vibrant citrus vinaigrette. The sweetness of the sliced pears, combined with the honey and acidity from the citrus juices complement the spicy arugula nicely. Wondering which pears to use? Our 4-Pear Variety Box…
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Continue ReadingTraditionally, sangria is made by infusing red wine with citrus, berries, and other fresh fruit. White wine sangria, however, is a lighter take on the usual red wine sangria and it pairs well with crisp, tart fruits like Pittman & Davis Fuji Apples, and Pittman & Davis King Comice Pears.…
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Continue ReadingYou may have heard that it’s important to serve the right wine with the right foods. Did you know it’s also important to serve the right pear with the right wine and cheese? If you look forward to pear season but aren’t well up on the many varieties of pears,…