update: fresh dates

i've been waiting and waiting for these dates to soften and ripen like a typical fruit. i should know better by now than to expect something "exotic" to follow traditional rules of ripening. the outer skins have simply shriveled a little bit but are no more edible than on day one. instead i've found that peeling the skin off with a paring knife is still my best bet. they've become ever so slightly sweeter, but there is still an astringent quality to the taste, as though they need to be cooked or prepared in some other way for maximum quality of flavor. i may try that this evening in a dish so that i can eat least see if that's the case...

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[Angela]

Okay so I ran across your site when I had googled the rambutam. I have been intrigued and amazed by your exploration of all things exotic and weird. I have, in fact, tried the rambutam and LOVE it! Your other "treats" look interesting. I was very astonished by the first fruit that you ventured on. Well that's all. Write me an email if you wish. ~Angela.