We identified ourselves as Minnesotans to this man (whose name I didn't record and have since forgotten--forgive me!), and we talked about the the development of Honeycrisp and Sweet Tango Apples. He thanked us and the University of Minnesota and cooperative apple growers for giving the apple world these wonderful fruit!.
Honeycrisp (Malus domestica 'Honeycrisp') is an apple cultivar (cultivated variety) developed at the Minnesota Agricultural Experiment Station's Horticultural Research Center at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. Designated in 1974 with the MN 1711 test designation, patented in 1988, and released in 1991, the Honeycrisp, once slated to be discarded, has rapidly become a prized commercial commodity, as its sweetness, firmness, and tartness make it an ideal apple for eating raw.[2] It has much larger cells than most apples, which rupture when bitten to fill the mouth with juice.[3] The Honeycrisp also retains its pigment well and boasts a relatively long shelf life when stored in cool, dry conditions.[4]
Plenty of choices to be made at the market. I always love walking around them and seeing what they have displayed. Never had the opportunity to try the apples that you mention but I love most kinds of apples.
ReplyDeletePike Place Market is one of my favorite stops in Seattle. Usually we go there for the fish. Thanks for the history of the Honeycrisp apple, one of my favorites.
ReplyDeleteMacintosh used to be my favorite apple when I lived in Michigan decades ago, but now my fave is Honey Crisp. I didn't know the origin, so thanks for the info.
ReplyDeleteYou have made me want to try one of those Honeycrisp apples!
ReplyDeletePike Place Market is not to be missed when visiting Seattle. It's a fantastic place to shop even if you are visiting and not buying the fresh fruits and vegetables...or the flying fish.
ReplyDeleteA good farmer's market is always welcome.
ReplyDeleteI loved the Pike Place Market when we visited Seattle several years ago.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful place this is. We have become very fond of honey crisp apples and in fact, I eat no other kind. I'm an applealean snob.
ReplyDeleteI love Pike Place...and I had no idea that Honey Crisps came from Minnesota! I love 'em. I haven't seen Sweet Tangos. I'll have to keep an eye out.
ReplyDeleteI have always wanted to visit this place. I love those apples!
ReplyDeleteI have been to that market. Tom's son in law did his residency in Seattle. That P Ike St. Market is a hoot to visit.!
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