On February 2nd, fans will gather to celebrate America’s biggest professional sporting event: The Super Bowl. When the NFL’s 100th season ends, households everywhere will host viewing parties for Super Bowl 54. Most viewers are true football enthusiasts, some prefer the half time show and others are most excited about catching funny commercials during the game. However, there’s one thing we can all agree is the priority when it comes to a Super Bowl party: The snacks! At Chestnut Hill Farms, we have rounded up our favorite Super Bowl party recipes—with a pineapple twist, of course!
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Need a fruity snack right away? Pineapple is a great choice. Unlike many fruits, pineapples don’t continue to ripen after being picked – what you bring home from the store is what you’ll get! Unfortunately, thanks to their color variation, prickly exterior, and a few old wives’ tales, knowing if a pineapple is ripe can be difficult. Thankfully, there are a few easy ways to make sure you always get the perfect pineapple. Next time you’re on the hunt for the tangy tropical fruit, ask yourself these three questions:
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It’s no surprise that eating fruits and vegetables is good for you. We’ve all seen Popeye down a can of spinach for energy and strength, and “an apple a day…” is a phrase anyone could complete. But what about pineapple? The sweet and tangy fruit has plenty of health benefits to offer and research suggests it may be particularly beneficial for eye health.
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In December, every weekend quickly books up with holiday festivities. With Christmas cookie exchanges, New Year celebrations and holiday office parties galore, there’s no shortage of excuses to get together. This year, set your holiday party apart from the rest with unique and memorable personal touches featuring our favorite fruit: The Perfect Pineapple. While some may associate pineapples with summer months, the queen fruit is always in season and adds something truly special to your winter holiday party.
No matter the season, we love to celebrate at Chestnut Hill Farms. Here are some of our favorite ways to spruce up a holiday party.
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Tepache de Piña is an amber-colored fermented beverage made using the rind of a pineapple. Dating back to pre-Columbian times, this sweet drink became a staple in Mexican culture. Through European influence, it was spread to other countries and is still widely consumed today. This pineapple-based treat is flavorful, packed with nutrients and a piece of cake to make at home.
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