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Each 2lb bag contains approximately 10–12 mandarins — a generous, practical everyday size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy peeled and eaten as a sweet, refreshing everyday snack, pack into lunchboxes for a healthy, mess-free school or work snack, arrange on a fruit platter or Persian fruit bowl (miveh) for a colourful, welcoming spread, segment into salads and desserts for a bright citrus note, or juice for a fresh, sweet mandarin juice. The 2lb bag is a practical family size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh sweet mandarins (narangi) — juicy, fragrant, and effortlessly easy to peel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2lb bag — approximately 10–12 mandarins, practical family size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnacking uses: everyday snack, lunchboxes, and school snacks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEntertaining uses: Persian fruit bowl (miveh), fruit platters, and Nowruz spreads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCulinary uses: salads, desserts, and fresh juice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable at Vicinity Mart — your trusted source for fresh seasonal produce and grocery essentials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Vicinity Mart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49138579177766,"sku":"5025","price":4.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/6091\/3302\/files\/Mandarin_2lb.png?v=1785181772"},{"product_id":"pomegranate-lb","title":"Pomegranate (2-2.5lb)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eانار — ۲–۲.۵ پوند (۳ عدد متوسط)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh pomegranates (anar — انار) — approximately 3 medium-sized fruits, 2–2.5lb total — bursting with deep ruby-red arils, naturally sweet-tart juice, and the full aromatic richness that makes Iranian pomegranate one of the most prized and most culturally significant fruits in Persian cuisine and celebration. Pomegranate is the centrepiece fruit of Yalda Night (Shab-e Yalda — شب یلدا), the Persian winter solstice celebration, where anar and watermelon are placed on the sofreh-ye Yalda as symbols of life, abundance, and the triumph of light over darkness. Beyond Yalda, anar is essential to Khoresh Fesenjan (the celebrated pomegranate-and-walnut stew), Ash-e Anar (pomegranate soup), fresh-pressed pomegranate juice, and Persian salads and garnishes. For local Greater Vancouver delivery only — fresh seasonal fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe whole on the Yalda sofreh; seed and eat fresh; press into pomegranate juice; use seeds in salads, yogurt, and Persian rice dishes; use juice in Khoresh Fesenjan and Ash-e Anar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh pomegranates (anar) — approx. 3 medium fruits, 2–2.5lb; deep ruby-red arils; naturally sweet-tart; the centrepiece fruit of Shab-e Yalda \u0026amp; Persian celebration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e$10.99 per pack; local Greater Vancouver delivery only — fresh seasonal fruit; ideal for Yalda sofreh, Fesenjan, Ash-e Anar, fresh juice \u0026amp; Persian cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh seasonal Iranian-variety pomegranate — the essential Yalda Night fruit; symbol of life \u0026amp; abundance on the Persian winter solstice sofreh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe on Yalda sofreh; seed \u0026amp; eat fresh; press into juice; use in Khoresh Fesenjan \u0026amp; Ash-e Anar; garnish Persian rice \u0026amp; salads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable at Vicinity Mart — fresh local delivery in Greater Vancouver; seasonal availability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Vicinity Mart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49138638291238,"sku":"#5055","price":10.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/6091\/3302\/files\/Pomegranate_Each.jpg?v=1746047295"},{"product_id":"pear-lb","title":"Pear (2lb-2.25lb)","description":"\u003cp\u003eFresh Pears (per lb) typically contain about 3-4 pears, depending on their size. 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Green mandarins are prized in Persian and Middle Eastern food culture for their sharp, refreshing acidity and their versatility as both a snacking fruit and a souring ingredient — their tart, lively juice is a natural flavour enhancer that adds a bright citrus lift to dishes, drinks, and snacks. This 2lb–2.2lb pack brings a generous family-sized supply of fresh green mandarins to your table, perfect for households that enjoy this distinctive seasonal citrus.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy them as a refreshing, tart snack on their own, squeeze the juice over salads, grilled meats, and kebabs for a bright citrus finish, use as a natural souring agent in Persian stews and soups in place of dried lime or lemon juice, add to cold drinks and fresh juices for a tangy citrus boost, serve alongside a Persian herb platter (Sabzi Khordan) for a fresh, tart accompaniment, or use in pickling and preserves. Tart, refreshing, and distinctively Persian, Green Mandarin is the seasonal citrus every well-stocked Persian kitchen deserves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen Mandarin — fresh unripened mandarin with vivid green skin \u0026amp; uniquely tangy, refreshing citrus flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2lb–2.2lb pack — a generous family-sized supply of fresh green mandarins for snacking \u0026amp; cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrized in Persian culture — valued for sharp, refreshing acidity as a snack \u0026amp; natural souring ingredient\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile citrus — perfect for snacking, squeezing over kebabs, salads, drinks \u0026amp; Persian stews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable at Vicinity Mart — premium Persian \u0026amp; Middle Eastern grocery, North Vancouver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Vicinity Mart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49551722447142,"sku":"","price":8.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/6091\/3302\/files\/Green_Mandarin_2lb-2.2lb.jpg?v=1786479098"},{"product_id":"butternut-squash-lb","title":"Butternut Squash, lb","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eکدو حلوایی تازه — هر پوند\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFresh Butternut Squash\u003c\/strong\u003e (kadu halvai) is a beloved winter squash — sweet, nutty, and deeply flavourful, with a smooth, vibrant orange flesh and a rich, creamy texture that adds warmth and depth to a wide range of dishes. Kadu halvai is a staple of Persian cooking, used in some of the most comforting and iconic Iranian dishes, from khoresh-e kadu (Persian butternut squash stew) to hearty soups and rice dishes. Sold by the pound so you can buy exactly the quantity you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse in \u003cstrong\u003ekhoresh-e kadu halvai\u003c\/strong\u003e (Persian butternut squash and lamb stew) for a rich, warming autumn dish, roast in the oven with olive oil and spices for a caramelised, naturally sweet side dish, blend into a smooth, velvety butternut squash soup, mash with butter and warm spices for a comforting side, cube and add to Persian rice dishes and ash (soups) for a sweet, earthy depth, or use in baking for naturally sweet breads and muffins. 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Unlike astringent persimmon varieties, Fuyu can be enjoyed while still firm and crisp — no need to wait for it to fully soften — making it a convenient, delicious everyday fruit. Khormaloo holds a cherished place in Persian culture and is an essential fruit of Yalda Night (Shab-e Yalda), the beloved Iranian winter solstice celebration, where it is traditionally served alongside pomegranates, watermelon, and nuts. Each 2–2.25lb pack contains approximately 4–6 persimmons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy sliced and eaten crisp as a sweet, refreshing everyday snack, arrange on a Yalda Night fruit platter alongside pomegranates, watermelon, and nuts for a traditional Iranian winter solstice spread, add to fruit salads and Persian fruit bowls (miveh) for a vibrant, sweet autumn element, slice into green salads for a sweet, honey-like contrast, use in baking for cakes, puddings, and autumn desserts, or allow to fully ripen for a softer, more intensely sweet flavour. 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