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Lemons are heavily utilized as a flavoring agent in various forms. The fruit is ovate with pointed ends. Its peel is semi-thick, porous and laden with essential oils. The bright yellow thin outer layer of the peel is very edible and used for multiple applications. When the peel is removed or zested it releases intense sweet citrus aromas. The flesh is translucent yellow and juicy when ripe. Its juice is highly acidic and tart, though extremely versatile in its uses. Depending on variety, lemons may contain no seeds or numerous seeds.
Lemons are available year-round.
The true lemon, Citrus limon is known as limone, limón, limón agria, limón real, or limón francés. It is a member of the family, Rutaceae. Most common commercial lemon varieties are either Lisbon or the Eureka lemon, of which hybrids of the Eureka lemon are even more common as they are improved versions of the original. Most other true lemon varieties are grown in gardens or for limited production on a local market scale.
Lemons are versatile and can be added to a wide variety of dishes across almost every cuisine. Add juice or zest to soups, dips, mayonnaise and whipped cream. Cook whole lemon slices into marmelade or cook with eggs and butter into curd. Pack lemon slices in salt to preserve. Flavor cakes, breads or scones. Make scented sugar by rubbing lemon zest into sugard granules. Juice fresh lemons and combine with sugar and water to make lemonade, add to cocktails or freeze into granita. Mix with oil for a vinaigrette. Fresh lemons will keep at room temperature or refrigerated for 1-2 weeks.
The lemon is both the pinnacle and ubiquitous citrus of many cultures from Italy to France to Egypt, Spain and America. Its color, aromas, taste and multitasking properties make it the most popular and commercially successful citrus fruit throughout the world. Lemons also have the highest preserving qualities of all citrus making them more suitable for long transports.
The lemon’s origins are traced back to northern India, where the lemon tree still grows wild. Lemons were then cultivated in Africa, Europe and eventually the New World. Lemons are known to tolerate drought and poor soil, though they are cold sensitive and require some rainfall for continuous growth. They grow most prolifically in Mediterraneanesque climates. Lemon trees that undergo stress will produce far less yields and inconsistent quality fruits. Original lemon cultivars were propagated by seed but modern varieties are grown on rootstock of both lemon and other citrus varieties. Under ideal conditions lemon tress will produce lemons year round.
Clarisse Joy Arboleda2024-08-19Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Leon was incredible helping us out with ordering a gift basket for a family in London as a US customer. The baskets are extremely beautiful and reasonably priced. I would 10/10 recommend for an edible gift for your loved ones or as a business gift. Alexandra Szymanska2024-05-15Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My local go-to fruit&veg shop! ❤️ The most beautiful display, the smell of fresh products, top quality and friendly staff give me the best shopping experience 😍 Going there and picking stunning fruit and vegetables is pure joy! Leon's never disappoints 🙏🏼 Endri Myftari2024-04-15Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Would recommend them 100%. Genuine customer service. My fiancé order a basket for me every 2 years in a row with them from the USA and it was really easy to communicate with them. Last time we ordered my fiancé tried to switch most of the fruits in the basket with other ones and even though they do not offer any custom made basket they still were really nice to help us choose. In the end they also offered a small basket with a variety of tropical fruits for free which got delivered by them personally at 5am in the morning. HONESTLY THIS IS HOW EVERY CUSTOMER SERVICE SHOULD BE! Great family business. Keep it up the good work! Amandeep Kaur2024-03-11Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The quality of all the fruits enclosed fantastic, so fresh and Top quality fruits♥️ Easily ordered online or by phone and delivered quickly Christine Tan2024-03-05Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Leon is super helpful and responsive. This is my first time getting Bon Bon dates from overseas and Leon has been answering my queries patiently and assisting me with all the shipping matters etc. He makes me feel safe and assured and most importantly, the dates taste superb. Family Cohen2024-01-24Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. ordered a fruit platter, the recipients LOVED it! so fresh and aesthetic. As always for so many years Leon's never fails to impress with amazing products - fresh and delicious! Thank you! also amazing service! Monica Tsoi2023-11-03Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The shop owner is nice and helpful. He provided special arrangement to deliver the products outside London. Very prompt and excellent service. Products are well packed and delivered in good condition. Highly recommended. Balázs Román2023-10-02Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Mimi Sharon2023-07-29Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. On the way home we stopped at Golders Green for shopping. Leon's fruit and vegetable store seemed good to us. Outside there was a selection of discounted fruit and vegetables, such as 5 red bell peppers for £1. Inside were beautiful fresh vegetables. We chose large and shiny tomatoes. Long and short cucumbers. Onions, potatoes, lettuce, salad leaves, green onions, mushrooms and more. There was a sale price for strawberries, so we took a few packs. We took beautiful bananas, apples, flat donut peaches for £1. We left with 3 large bags of fine goods. Gila Moran2023-05-22Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Best quality fruit and do delicious kosher juicesGoogle rating score: 5.0 of 5, based on 61 reviews