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How Avocado Oil is Made

Avocado oil is a topic we’re asked about frequently.

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The Avocado: Fruit or Vegetable?

Every so often, someone will write me or ask me at a California Avocado Festival: is…

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How to Peel an Avocado Easily

By peeling avocados, you gain access to the most nutrient-dense part of the fruit closest to…

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How to Preserve & Pickle Avocado

It’s true that you can pickle avocados! Are you surprised? It’s just one way of preserving…

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Baby Avocados on the Avocado Trees

Baby avocados will grow for about a year before they are harvested!

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California Avocado Cut-Outs and Garnish Ideas

Halves, slices and dices are just the beginning when it comes to cutting avocados.

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California Avocados Bring “Good” Fats to Your Table

Be careful about the types of fats you choose and if you’re trying to lose weight,…

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How Many Calories Are in an Avocado?

Most people are surprised when they learn the calories in an avocado. One serving (2 tablespoons,…

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Where to buy California Avocados?

Learn about when and where to find California Avocados.

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How to Ripen an Avocado

The easiest way to ripen an avocado is to place it on your counter or in…

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