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Tag Archives: pineapple
Pineapple Could Help You Have a Sweet Night of Sleep
If Pineapple Wasn’t Perfect Enough Already, It Could Improve Your Sleep Habits
When you think about a late-night snack, Pineapple probably isn’t the first thing to come to mind, but maybe it should be. Pineapple is naturally high in melatonin– a hormone made by your brain to help your body know when it’s time to sleep and wake up. In most cases, your body naturally produces more melatonin at night, but for some of us, that just might not be enough.
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Highly Debated, Widely Craved– The History of the Pineapple Pizza
Who Knew a Pizza Topping Could Create a Heated Debate Across the Globe?
The traditional Hawaiian pizza, topped with pineapple and ham, has managed to create a divide across the globe. It was first introduced in 1954 by Sam Panopoulos at his American themed restaurant, Satellite, located in Ontario, Canada.
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Tagged Hawaiian, pineapple, pizza
The Chestnut Hill Farms Pineapple Planting Process
How We Plant, Grow and Harvest the Perfect Pineapple
Have you ever had a piece of pineapple so delicious that you just had to know where it came from? If you find yourself answering “yes” to this question, then you may want to stick around – we’re digging into exactly how the delectable pineapple is grown here in Costa Rica. From planting to harvest to everything in between, get to know the steps we take to make sure the pineapple you share with your family is the Perfect Pineapple every time.
(more…)Why You Should Eat Pineapple, According to a Registered Dietician
Falling Into One of the 5 Main Food Groups, Pineapple Is a Valuable Addition to Our Diets
From vitamin C to bromelain, pineapple is packed full of valuable nutrients and minerals that play an important role in keeping us healthy. In honor of National Pineapple Month this October, we sat down with registered dietician and nutritionist Amanda Perrin of Peace of Nutrition to dig into the details and learn more about the health benefits our favorite fruit has to offer.
(more…)4 Tips for Shopper-Friendly Pineapple Displays
Helpful Ideas to Encourage Pineapple Sales
Healthy and delicious, fresh pineapple is experiencing a growing demand. As the fruit is available year-round, retailers can engage a variety of sales tactics to maintain interest and drive sales. Cross-merchandising, point-of-sale displays, and educational materials can all help encourage shoppers to add one of these tropical fruits to their cart. Read on for our tips on developing the most effective pineapple displays.
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Tagged displays, merchandising, pineapple, pineapple displays, pineapple sales, pineapple tips, sales
Pineapple Recipes to Try At Your Next Party
Embrace your inner Gordon Ramsey at your next holiday party by incorporating the vibrant flavor of fresh pineapple. The sweet zing of these pineapple holiday recipes incorporate our favorite superfruit and will leave a lasting impression on friends and family during this season of festivities.
(more…)3 Unexpected Ways to Use a Pineapple Crown
Updated 4/6/2020
Reduce Waste and Make the Most of Your Pineapple Crown
As a Sustainably Grown Certified farm, we’re big on reducing waste – and that includes pineapple crowns! If you’ve ever been disappointed when it’s time to discard your pineapple scraps, we’ve got you covered. Continue on for some helpful tips and tricks for fun and creative ways to repurpose your pineapple crown once you’re all finished eating your delicious pineapple.
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Tagged DIY centerpiece, DIY pineapple, how to, pineapple, pineapple tips, sustainability, sustainable, tips
A Trick-Free Healthy Dried Pineapple Treat
Looking for a sweet treat that won’t play health tricks on you this fall? Make your own chewy dried pineapple treat! You and your kids can enjoy it as a snack on its own or part of a trail mix. Dried pineapple is a simple, flavorful way to take in all of the anti-inflammatory, immunity-boosting and pain-relieving properties that our favorite tropical fruit has to offer. And the good news: you don’t need any fancy equipment to make it! All you need is an oven, a knife and a fresh Chestnut Hill Farms pineapple to make this delicious and nutritious fall-time treat on your own!
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Superfood Pineapple Smoothie Recipes
Dating back to ancient healing practices and Native American medicine, pineapples have long been regarded as a pain-relieving, energy-boosting, anti-inflammatory power fruit. Packed with vitamin C, manganese, and the protein bromelain, they help fight disease and improve digestion. Want to bundle all of these health and wellness properties into one quick sip? Try one of these three healthy superfood pineapple smoothie recipes to start your day off right or recharge after a long workout!
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Tagged bromelain, chestnut hill farms, cut pineapple, health, healthy, healthy recipes, pineapple, pineapple farm, pineapple recipe, pineapple recipes, pineapples, recipe, recipes, smoothie, summer, vitamin C
Send off Summer with a Labor Day Party
Sayonara, summer! We are waving goodbye to the warmest season to make way for crisper autumn days. Before we welcome fall, it’s only fitting to throw summer a going-away bash. Use the long weekend to gather friends and family for an end-of-summer labor day party. At Chestnut Hill Farms, we have the perfect summer-inspired menu lined up to satisfy your guests.
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Tagged back-to-school, bromelain, dinner, DIY, drink recipe, fruit, holidays, hospitality, party, party ideas, pineapple, pineapple dessert, pineapple recipe, pineapple recipes, pineapples, recipe, recipes, snack, summer, vitamin C