aubergine

When one envisions an eggplant, the image that comes to mind is often that of a long, purple fruit. It’s worth noting that despite its culinary use in savory dishes, eggplant is indeed a fruit. However, the real curiosity lies in the fact that eggplants look nothing like eggs, which begs the question: how did they earn this intriguing name? The answer to this riddle is hidden … [Read more...] about How eggplants earned their name: A surprising history behind this unique vegetable