Gac Fruit
Quantity: One Whole Gac Fruit Approx. 3lbs
Origin: Vietnam
Seasonality: Winter
Tree Ripened x By Air
Before you get too excited about the rare Gac fruit it is important to know that it doesn't taste like much. Now that that is out of the way let's dive into what the Gac fruit is all about.
Cut the fruit in half to find the edible portions of the fruit. The big red, creamy chunks that surround the large seeds are edible, and so is the melon-like flesh that makes up the fruit. So why import a fruit that doesn't taste like anything? Purely for nutritional purposes.
"Gac Fruits are known for their high lycopene and beta-carotene content. This compound has antioxidant-like properties to protect the cells in the body against the damage caused by free radicals. Some studies indicate that Gac fruits contain seventy times more lycopene than tomatoes. Beta-carotene also adds to the fruit's colouring and is converted into vitamin A in the body to maintain healthy organ functioning. It is believed that Gac fruits contain ten times more beta-carotene than sweet potatoes or carrots. In natural medicines, Gac fruits are also valued for their omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins D, E, and K, and linoleic acid content." (specialtyproduce.com)
Simply put: Gac fruits might not taste like anything, but they are absurdly good for you.
Delivery
Local Delivery Monday-Friday. Order cut off for same day delivery is 8am.
Local Delivery Time Slots:
9am - 3pm (by request) | 10am-4pm (by request) | 12pm - 6pm | 2pm-8pm
Zone 1 (1-49km from Warehouse):
- $29.99-$99.99 - $6.99 Delivery
- $100+ - Free Delivery
Zone 2 (50-64km from Warehouse):
- $29.99-$149.99 - $24.99 Delivery
- $150+ - Free Delivery
Zone 3 (65-80km from Warehouse):
- $29.99-$199.99 - $39.99 Delivery
- $200+ - Free Delivery
Canada Wide Delivery available. Days and times vary.
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Chefs & Produce Managers
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Tree Ripened & By Air
Tree/Vine Ripened & By Air means this fruit reached optimal time on the tree and/or vine before being flown over, rather than shipped on a boat. Our fruit arrives within 3-4 days of being picked, as opposed to 14-21 days by boat.
Return Policy
To be eligible for a return contact us within 48 hours of receiving your delivery. Your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unused, and in its original packaging.
Please note that any products on sale are not eligible for returns. If you receive unusable product please contact us for a store credit.
Depending on the product; how it was stored and the condition it is in after 48 hours we can still offer refunds or store credits on a case to case basis.
Storing & Ripening Fruit
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