Fall produce is some of the best. The arrival of apples, gourds and dark leafy greens is nature’s way of nudging us to pull those soft sweaters and hats out of hiding. One of my favorites of the bunch ...

Winter here in Northern California means lots of fresh green Asian vegetables and other cabbage family members, along with root crops and cold-loving leafy greens like lettuce, spinach and chard. But ...

I was 16 the first time persimmons entered my life, and they did so with a ridiculous misunderstanding. My best friend and I were driving through a quiet neighborhood when a handwritten yard sign made ...

If you enjoy the delight of a bright persimmon, you'll know that picking the perfect one at the grocery store is crucial. These delicious fruits are typically in season between the months of October ...

Have you ever eaten a hachiya persimmon before it was ripe? It leaves a bitter taste and makes your mouth pucker. These need to be eaten when soft and fully ripe. In contrast, the fuyu persimmon ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Though they start popping up in the middle of October, you can find persimmons through January in most parts of the country, says ...

Pomegranates and açaí might get more attention as fruity superfoods, but another piece of produce you should add to your cart: persimmons. Mildly sweet and becoming more available across the U.S.

TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - If you grew up in East Texas, you probably learned one thing about persimmons the hard way: bite into the wrong one, and your mouth locks up tighter than a rusty gate. That was ...

In a sign that the seasons are finally changing in Southern California, we were reminded of what rain looks like this week, with cooler temperatures and a larger storm expected toward the week’s end.