Grape and raisin grapes come from the same family (Vitaceae) and genus (Vitis) plants, there are about 60 different species of plant species, and in 60 of these species, there are thousands of grape varieties. (In Italy, for example, more than 1,000 varieties of grape grape found in the vineyards of the hill.) Table grape varieties most often larger in size, has spread to become seedless, and has a relatively thin skin. grape grapes are usually smaller in size, containing seeds, and has a relatively thick skin. (Among the several types of benefits, a thick skin helps give the grape grape grape with a richer aroma.) All kinds of grape come in a variety of colors. While green, red, and black is the most common color varieties consumed in the United States, also includes a grape color amber / yellow, blue, black, red, pink, and purple. (Although you may hear the color "white" is used to refer to grape, "white grape" is actually green in color.)
While we often think of the Mediterranean as a home for all grapes, this amazing food is actually native to various parts of the world, including regions in Asia, Africa, and North America. From the botanical point of view, one of the most widely cultivated table and grape grape Vitis vinifera (Grape Vine general), and several thousand grape varieties exist around Europe. In the United States, native species including Vitis labrusca grape Vitis (which includes Concord grape) and Vitis rotundifolia (muscadine grape covering). In Asia, a native grape that is widely cultivated Vitis - amurensis (Amur grape). From a commercial standpoint, grape varieties from around the world has now been hybridized to produce a unique blend of flavors, textures, and environmental suitability.
There is a good bit of confusion - especially on the internet about seedless grapes and their production. Many mistakenly assume that the site seedless grapes have been genetically modified. While agricultural researchers must explore grape varieties and genetic engineering while genetic engineering (GE) grapes do exist, they are very rare in the market. Some varieties of seedless grapes is the result of a natural mutation, and these varieties can be propagated vegetatively to allow commercial production. Other grape varieties will produce fruit without seeds if pollinated detained. Still other varieties of seedless grapes can be produced by crossbreeding or grafting. None of these methods involve direct manipulation of genetic material of plant grapes. With plenty of food, buying certified organic version is one of the best ways to avoid genetically modified versions. In the case of grape, although we highly recommend organic versions for a variety of reasons, avoid GE is not one of them. You are not likely to get a GE grape even if you buy conventionally grown varieties.
History
grape has a long history and abundant. While they have grown wild since prehistoric times, the evidence suggests they are cultivated in Asia since 5000 BC. This grape also plays a role in many Bible stories, which is referred to as the "fruit of the vine. "grape was also depicted in hieroglyphics in ancient Egyptian burial tombs. During the ancient Greek and Roman civilizations, grapes were revered for their use in grapemaking. They are planted in the Rhine Valley in Germany, where the famous grape production, -2 century AD. At this time, more than 90 varieties of grape are well known.
Although grape has been known to grow wild in various continents - including Europe, Asia, Africa, and North America - travel and exploration (together with the cultural fondness for this food and grape) causes transport native grapes around the world. For example, as European travelers explore the world, they bring the original European ("Old World") grape with them. Grapes are grown in the United States in the early 17th century in the Spanish missions in the southwest. They also found a lasting home in the central valley of California where the climate and the relative lack of grape - prey on insects, helping to support their production.
In the United States, more than 90% of all commercially grown table grapes are from California, where more than 700,000 acres of grape (including a table, grape and raisin grapes) in cultivation. Nearly 2 billion pounds of table grapes are from 700,000 hectares every year! At the beginning of the year, from January to April, American consumers depend on imported grapes, including imports from South American countries such as Chile. During the months of May and June, Mexico imported grape is widely available. After June, the California grape production took over the commercial market in the United States
Around the world, about 30,000 square miles of land planted with grapes, so the annual production of 150 trillion pounds of grape. grape production in five countries - Italy, China, Spain, and France - accounted for about half of all commercial production, and about a third of all the world's vineyards are found in the three countries Italy, Spain, and France. Other important countries producing grape including Turkey, Chile, Argentina, Iran, South Africa, and Australia.
How to Select and Store
For the best tasting grape with a high concentration of antioxidants choose those that are ripe. Fully ripe grapes are plump and free of wrinkles. They must be intact, firmly attached to the parent looking healthy, and do not leak juices. The area around the attachment must have the same color as the rest of the grape.
One way to help predict the sweetness of the grape is the color of them. Green grapes should have a slightly yellowish hue, red grape should be mostly red, while purple and blue grapes - black must be deep and rich colors.
Because the grapes tend to spoil and ferment at room temperature, they should always be stored in the refrigerator. Loosely wrap the grape washed with a paper towel and place them in an airtight container or plastic bag. In this way, they will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
While freezing will reduce some of their flavors, frozen grapes are a wonderful snack and is very attractive to children. To freeze grapes, wash and pat them dry, then arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet and place in the refrigerator. (Patting dry grape is important, because excess moisture can cause the grapes to stick together and become one big clump of frozen fruit.) Once frozen, transfer the grape into a heavy plastic bag and return them to the freezer.
Tips for Preparing grape
grape should be washed under cold running water just before eating or using in recipes. After washing, drain well in a colander grape or gently pat them dry. If you are not going to consume the whole bunch at one time, use scissors to separate the grapes from the stems of small groups rather than removing individual grape. It will help keep fresh grapes are left to dry by preventing rod.
While some recipes call for peeled grapes, evaluates the recipe to see whether including skin would actually change the taste and texture, because the grape skins contain many essential nutrients of this fruit. If the skin retention inappropriate for prescription reason, we recommend that you always include the skin because of its nutrient richness. If you decide to use peeled grapes, easier to use American varieties because their skin is more easily pulled away from the pulp.
