TROPICAL FOOD PLANTS
Fruit

Join horticulturist and Sri Lankan native Menaka Dewasinghe for an introduction to exotic tropical fruits available at many stores in the Richmond region. Tropical fruits, known for concentrated and mouthwatering aromas and flavors, are produced by trees native to hot and humid climates or equatorial areas. Learn about ways to add more tropical fruits to your diet, including how to properly prepare raw and cooked fruit varieties, all while receiving some delicious recipes. Watch as Menaka demonstrates how to prepare some of these fruits live in class, and taste samples of the fabulous flavors in a variety of dishes. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of how to cook with fruits like Mango, Papaya, Durian, Rambutan, Jackfruit, Pineapple, Banana, Dragon fruit, Lychee, Guava and Mangusteen, as well as the nutritional benefits of these fruits.

Fees: Member $34, Non-Member $39

All programs are subject to change. Pre-registration through our website is required.

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden strives to be a Garden for all and we are committed to offering diverse adult learning opportunities that are inclusive and accessible to all learners. If you would like to request an accommodation to support your participation in an adult learning opportunity at the Garden, please contact [email protected] or call 804-262-9887 x328 and we will make our best effort to help.