You could describe Chayote Squash as a pear-shaped vegetable with thin skin and a succulent, almost fleshy consistency.

Growing chayote in your backyard can be a rewarding experience with the right techniques. Start by selecting a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Plant the chayote tuber, or "seed," horizontally in ...

Chayote juice on an empty stomach is a refreshing and healthy option that, according to experts, can complement a balanced lifestyle. Give it a try and see how it makes you feel!

Here are some things to do in the garden this week.

Pectins are found in passion fruit, papayas, and citrus fruits, making up a large portion of their fiber, or peels.

Slice the caps into quarter-inch strips. Cut the pumpkin (or kabocha or butternut) into large chunks. Dice the ivy gourd (or ...

Vegetables that can be planted in April include beans (bush and pole), Chinese cabbage, okra, Southern peas, Seminole pumpkin, squash, sweet corn, sweet potatoes, Swiss chard, calabaza ...

This recipe from 2009 F&W Best New Chef Kelly English features mirliton, or chayote squash, which tastes like a blend of cucumber and crisp zucchini. ("It just sings with seafood," English says.) ...

The INEGI report indicated that prices of tomatoes (up 10.45%) and limes (9.02%) rose the most during the fortnight in question, while the vegetables chayote (down 9.17%), onions (down 6.04% ...

The development resulted in a patent for the process of extracting pectin from fleshy fruits such as papaya and chayote. A second patent covering the modification of pectin from passion fruit ...

Florida's warm and cool seasons necessitate distinct planting schedules for different vegetables. Edible plants, including vegetables, herbs, and fruit trees, can be incorporated into landscaping ...

It’s a question asked of cabbies, bartenders, lifelong residents, and anyone who’s ever been to town. “Where should I eat in New Orleans?” The answer depends on the variables, but the type of food, ...