Pitaya

So, this morning’s food experiment was the pitaya. The outside itself was reason enough to buy it, as its bright colors and leafy exterior would make Carmen Miranda proud.


When I cut open the inside, it revealed a white flesh with seeds galore. Its taste was sweet but surprisingly mild. I guess I expected a fruit with such a bold exterior to have an equally bold flavor. Its texture was like that of a ripe melon, easy to eat with a spoon. I’d gladly buy it again if it did not cost 7€ a kilo (about $5.00/lb). It can be a treat, but not a staple food like my bananas.