Ford On Food

The passionfruit is an elongated oval or round fruit which originates from Central America.The two most common varieties are – the yellow or purple kind.The name ‘Passion’ is not referring to love.The fruit is named after its flower, which is in fact a reference to the Passion of Christ, on the Crucifix.Centuries ago, Spanish priests adopted the passion flower as a symbol of Crucifixion.The outer layer, made of 72 colourful, fine petals represents the Crown of Thorns; the 10 larger petals represent Christ’s faithful apostles (Judas appears to have fallen off the passion fruit vine).There are 3 stigma which symbolize the nails (of the Crucifix) and the 5 lower stamen signify the wounds of Christ.And, the vines of the plant where seen as whips. Quite amazing really!When buying passionfruit, its best to choose fruits that feel rather heavy for their size.Passionfruit can be stored out of the fridge for up to two weeks or refrigerated for up to a month. Store them in plastic bags so they don’t dry-out.If you won’