Persimmon

‘In the golden glow of a persimmon's embrace, we discover a treasure trove of health and delight. ‘ - Anonymous

Although grown in Turkey, persimmon originates from the mountains of central China. This fruit resembles a tomato, but has considerably different taste, being described as honey-like. In Korean folklore, dried persimmon is what helped scare tigers away.

Starting October, the fruit organically remains in season up until February. Another fruit low in calories and high in nutritional value, persimmon works perfectly as a weight-loss partner. In the kitchen, it can be used in a variety of sweet and savory recipes, making it an all-rounder.