Date varieties:
Mejool-Considered the ultimate delicacy, Medjool dates are the largest dates grown in North America. They are a soft, sweet, succulent date with a velvety texture and a taste so decadent that Medjool dates were originally grown in Morocco exclusively for royalty.
Halawi is a medium sized soft golden brown date with a rich creamy sweet flavor and a caramel like texture. Originally from Iraq, Halawi means sweet.
Thoory dates are originally from Algeria, it is a dry date with a hard flesh and a chewy, nutty flavor. Perfect for baking and cooking. Just soak in hot water, then proceed with your favorite recipe.
Khadrawy Dates are a dark mahogany Date with a dry flaky skin. Originally from Iraq, they have high moisture content with less sugar and a mild flavor.
An update on Dates from a visit to Dateland, Arizona
