Storage

• In the shop: min 4°C – max 5 °C
• Ethylene sensitivity: low
• Ethylene productivity: moderate
• At home: max. one week in the fridge
• The product is sensitive to temperature variations

Quality and ripeness

The skin of the fig changes from light green to purple, dark green or brown and becomes softer. The flesh is supposed to look pink to red and taste sweet. The fruit is supposed to feel firm and be free of any damage. Colour differences in the fruit itself can be caused by shade

Use

Flavour combinations: almond, cream, honey, cheese, vanilla,...
Can be consumed fresh, in jam, salads, warm or cold. Can be consumed with or without the skin.

Types and varieties

There are various types of figs, though they are not sold under their variety name.
Special Fruit usually supplies the Turkish  Boursa, the  
purple fig of Valinhos from Brazil or the Autum Honey from Isreal.

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