The mango season is here | #152
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I recently ventured to a fruit market and I noticed a small, round mango that had just begun to ripen. Its skin was still green, with faint hints of yellow and red, and it seemed to be calling out to me, urging me to take a bite. With itchy fingers, I picked the fruit and held it up to my nose, inhaling its intoxicating aroma.
Then, I brought the mango to my lips and took a bite. The flesh was soft and pulpy, bursting with the sweet, tangy flavor of the first mango of the season. Its juice ran down my chin, and I closed my eyes, savoring every last drop.
In that moment, I felt like I had been transported to a paradise of pure bliss, where nothing else existed but the heavenly taste of the first mango of the season. This is the season of mangoes and India has over 1000 varieties. This week’s newsletter dedicated to a few of those. Do reply with your favorite variety!!
Things we learnt this week 🤓
Sindhura mango is a popular variety of mango, mainly grown in the southern states of India. It is believed to have originated in Sindh region in Pakistan, hence the name. It is known for its bright red skin, sweet juicy flesh and relatively small seed. The perfect fruit for those who want to sink their teeth into a juicy, delicious, and refreshing summer treat!
Amrapali mango is a hybrid variety of mango, developed by the Indian Agricultural Research Institute in Delhi. It was named after the famous Indian courtesan, Amrapali, who was renowned for her beauty and grace. The Amrapali mango was first introduced in 1971 and is a cross between the Neelam and Dashehari varieties. The original courtesan Amrapali was named possibly because she was born under a mango tree. Amrapali is a combination of 2 Sanskrit words - Amra meaning Mango and Pallawa meaning sprouts. This variety is a little more green in color. With its delicious flavor and the grace of its namesake, the Amrapali mango is truly a fruit fit for royalty.
Gulab Khas mango is a popular variety of mango, mainly grown in the state of Uttar Pradesh. It was discovered in 1970 in the Malihabad region of Uttar Pradesh. The name "Gulab Khas" means "rose-flavored" in Hindi, and it is named so due to its sweet, aromatic flavor that is reminiscent of rose petals.
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