]> http://www.foodpeer.com/taxonomy/term/89/0 en http://www.foodpeer.com/article_sections/gardening/three_stumbling_blocks_to_growing_grapes_in_the_backyard by Jim Bruce Are you one of those home gardeners that don't know the three stumbling blocks to successfully growing grapes in your backyard? Don't worry, you're not alone. I have grown grapes successfully under the worst of conditions since 1975 and I can tell you that most of the problems gardeners encounter are because they don't understand the nature of the beast that they are growing. So let's look at the problems that I see when people, like you, have me come and analyze what problems they are having growing the backyard grapevine. Wed, 27 Jul 2005 23:38:19 -0400 http://www.foodpeer.com/article_sections/gardening/how_to_grow_a_pineapple by Linda Paquette The first thing you need to grow a pineapple is a pineapple. The pineapple (ananas comosus) is a bromeliad; in fact, one of the few in its family that is edible. However, the fruit of an unripe pineapple is poisonous and will irritate both your mouth and throat. Even the ripe fruit of the houseplant pineapple is not nearly as luscious and sweet as that grown in the sands of the tropics; still, the pineapple is a striking, interesting, and unusual plant to add to your collection. Sun, 26 Jun 2005 18:25:44 -0400 http://www.foodpeer.com/article_sections/nutrition/who_said_bananas_are_not_good_for_you by Alfred Jones After reading this, you'll never look at a banana in the same way again. Bananas: Containing three natural sugars - sucrose, fructose and glucose combined with fibre, a banana gives an instant, sustained and substantial boost of energy. Research has proven that just two bananas provide enough energy for a strenuous 90-minute workout. No wonder the banana is the number one fruit with the world's leading athletes. But energy isn't the only way a banana can help us keep fit. It can also help overcome or prevent a substantial number of illnesses and conditions, making it a must to add to our daily diet. Sun, 19 Jun 2005 17:18:35 -0400 http://www.foodpeer.com/article_sections/explanations_stories/what_to_look_for_in_a_farmers_market by Shauna Hanus It is time for farmers markets. They are popping up all around the country. They can range from a true farmers market with farm fresh produce locally grown and sold by the farmer to more of an arts and crafts show. When shopping at a farmers market the consumer needs to be wary of anyone selling fruit or vegetables that are not locally grown or are out of season. It is becoming common practice for some marketers to purchase the same produce that is available at the grocery and sell it in the farmers market venue. Wed, 15 Jun 2005 16:08:34 -0400 http://www.foodpeer.com/article_sections/explanations_stories/when_to_wash_your_fruit by Shauna Hanus Washing your fruit is recommended for many reasons. Dirt or bugs may be on the outside or in commercially produced fruit pesticide residue may be present. There are times when you should wait until immediately before you serve the fruit to wash. Sun, 12 Jun 2005 14:20:40 -0400