Tips & Tall Tales

Stay Cool with Summer Pineapple Recipes

pineapple popsicles

Save Money on A/C by Enjoying Fresh Fruit Treats

Everyone loves summer vacation, but not many people love the oppressive heat that arrives in mid-July and sticks around until Labor Day. Summer as a kid used to mean fun—not having to sit in a classroom, running through the sprinkler with your friends, and sucking down popsicles all afternoon. Instead of wasting money on air conditioning that can’t keep up with the soaring temperatures, think back to your childhood and reach for a popsicle. 

But, don’t stretch for just any cool treat! Grab a couple of Chestnut Hill Farms Perfect Pineapples on your next trip to the store and have them on standby for crowd pleasing summer pineapple recipes.

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Use Pineapple to Make a Butterfly Garden in Your Yard

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Using Fresh Pineapple to Attract Butterflies

What do butterflies eat? Many people think that the only source of food for butterflies is through flowers. Although butterflies may visit your garden as a source of food, they may have a hard time sustaining their hunger with just the flowers you have. One way that you can encourage butterflies to keep coming back is by creating your own butterfly garden and offering them fresh fruit, such as Chestnut Hill Farms Perfect Pineapples

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Breaking Ground: Women In Agriculture

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The Power Of Women

For centuries, women have fought for themselves and other women alike to be treated equally among men. While the road to equality is a long one, it is conquerable, and women around the world continue to prove it. It is important to celebrate the ground-breaking achievements of women in today’s world, with gratitude to the women before who were brave enough to make it possible, including women in agriculture. 

Although the agriculture industry was male-dominated up until recent years, women are making significant contributions to the agriculture sector. Today, women across the world make up about 43 percent of global agriculture laborers. In the US alone, female farmers have increased from 12% to 32% in the last 10 years. 

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Sweeten Up Your Valentine’s Day

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Ideas for the Perfect Valentine’s Day

Did you know that approximately 224 million roses are grown for Valentine’s Day every year? People love to receive flowers on this special day that celebrates love, but the gifts don’t have to stop there. 

If you’re in search of ideas for the perfect Valentine’s Day, look no further. With Chestnut Hill Farms Pineapples, you can make the holiday sweeter for you and your loved one. 

Here are some romantic DIY projects and recipes that you can do with a pineapple to help make your loved ones feel special for an unforgettable day.

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Super Bowl Party Ready with The Perfect Pineapple

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Ready, Set, Snack

It’s time to get your Super Bowl recipes ready because on Sunday, February 12, football fans will be gathering to watch the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles face off to win the Vince Lombardi Trophy. This year’s Super Bowl will be hosted at Glendale, Arizona’s State Farm Stadium, nicknamed, “the Big Toaster.”

Whether you are rooting for the Chiefs or Eagles, the perfect Super Bowl party can be a winner with delicious recipes fit for a quarterback. Check out this sweet and savory dish below to kick off your perfect Sunday night football party with your favorite: The Perfect Pineapple.

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Get the Party Started with Pineapple Fruit Dip!

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Fruit Dip Great for the Pro Bowl, Super Bowl and Everything In Between!

It’s that time again, where professional football games are all anyone is talking about. You might be thinking what to wear, who to invite, and most importantly what to serve! 

Thinking healthy is always a must, especially on those game days, and because we love pineapples, we have created an amazing and  simple recipe for a delicious fruit dip that will make everyone ask for more. With this recipe, there are only four ingredients required and can feed up to 16 guests.

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How to Make a Fruit Bouquet

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The Perfect Gift

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, love is in the air. The birds are chirping, the sun is shining, and the pineapples are ripe for giving. If you’re looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift to give your loved one, look no further! A fruit bouquet is a lovely (and delicious) way to let your person know that you think they’re sweet (get it?). 

What better way to express your love than with a delectable, shareable dessert?

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Colorful Foods for a Healthy New Year

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Showcasing Colorful Produce for a Bright New Year

The beginning of the year means New Year’s resolutions and a fresh commitment to healthy foods and eating. Many choose to start their new year off right by making a change in their diet. Consumers are open to trying self-improvement trends, and new brands look less intimidating. Along with health labels, bright and colorful produce gleams with promise of a “New You.”

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How to Make Pineapple Romanoff

a bowl of pineapples for Pineapple Romanoff
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Substitute Pineapple for a Simple but Delicious Dessert

Who doesn’t love dessert after a meal? A fresh and sweet treat may be the perfect end to dinner, but sometimes even desserts require preparation. Most people don’t want to spend the time making a further mess in the kitchen with all the dinner dishes that need cleaning.

Some people associate desserts with being too unhealthy and full of calories, so they try to avoid them altogether. Contrary to popular belief, eating dessert actually has various health benefits. For example, eating dessert can make you happier and keep you from binge eating.

If you have a sweet tooth and are looking for something that takes no time to make, we might have the solution. Let’s talk about Pineapple Romanoff.

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How to Make the Perfect Pineapple Jam

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Taking Pineapple Jam to the Next Level

The best things in life are sweet. It’s just one of the many reasons we’re such big fans of all things piña here at Chestnut Hill Farms! Even better, pineapple is as versatile as the day is long. You can “wok” on the wild side with everyone’s favorite fruit, snack on bite-sized sliders, or even bring the tropics to your winter holiday table.

But what if you want to add a dash of pineapple to a last-minute dish? We have found the perfect solution for your “any-day-craving”. Two words: pineapple jam. Pineapple jam is the perfect go-to on toast for breakfast or topping for a sweet treat. When you combine the health benefits and delicious taste of the Perfect Pineapple with the convenience of jam preserves, man, now you got yourself a true winner!

Whether you’re a matriarch looking to perfect the family recipe, a Brooklynitte on the verge of the next big trend, or an elf living in a tree in search of a new vocation—read on, we’re about to change your life.

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