In the heart of the West African plateaus, where the sandy soil lets water drain away to retain only the warmth of the sun, a truly unique fruit thrives. The Sugarloaf does not seek to dazzle with its colour; it proudly keeps its emerald robe, even when it is bursting with sugar. Its slender silhouette conceals a brilliantly white flesh, a mother-of-pearl secret that knows neither acidity nor fibres.
Lady Tips
To know whether it is finally ready to surrender its honey, gently pull on a small leaf at the centre of its crown: if it comes away without resistance, the journey can begin. Take the time to let it rest for a few hours lying on its side; this allows its nectar to travel from its base to its top so that every bite is a uniform delight. This tropical treasure dreads intense cold, which would extinguish its aromas, so simply offer it the warmth of your kitchen, at room temperature, in a dry and airy spot. Here, nothing is wasted, for its heart is so tender that it melts into the flesh, offering you an experience of pure sweetness from the first to the last piece.
| Origin | Transport | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
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| Ivory Coast | Air freight | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| Togo | Air freight | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | |
| Benin | Air freight | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● |