Hokkaido pumpkins

History In the late 1800s, Japan became the first country to cultivate the Hokkaido pumpkin. It has the name of the Hokkaido region, which is situated in Honshu, the main island of Japan. In Japan, Hokkaido pumpkin is a popular cuisine that is used in a wide range of recipes, such as soups, stews, and […]
Leek

History Leeks are thought to originate in Eurasia and North Africa. Possibly the Egyptians cultivated them first, painting their tombs with images of them because they liked them so much. During the ancient Roman and Greek eras, leeks were also popular. Leeks were considered a refined version of garlic and onions by the Romans. Leeks […]
Golden onions of Parma

History The Parma golden onions have a sweet, mild flavor, and are grown in the Parma region of Italy. It was in 1896 that golden onions were first introduced to Parma from Pavia. Onions grew well in the region due to its mild climate and fertile soil. The onions were cultivated using specific techniques by […]
Flat white turnips

History Turnips were believed to have originated in Asia and were then introduced to ancient Greece and Rome. The Roman colonists cultivated flat white turnips throughout Europe around the 1st century, according to historical records. Flat white turnips were first cultivated by settlers in North America in the 1600s and were widely consumed during the […]