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Which ones? Look for Hass avocados, the pear-shaped kind with a pebbly skin ranging in color from dark green to almost black. They carry a "product of Mexico" label. As for taste and texture, they�re satiny, rich tasting, divine!

Why? Considered the ultimate by chefs, avocados from Mexico have been flourishing in the lush countryside of the Michoac � n region for thousands of years. The mild climate and rich volcanic soil provide the ideal growing conditions for premium avocados and also enable producers to harvest avocados throughout the year. A rigorous quality assurance program ensures that all avocados exported to the United States is in excellent condition.

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Is it ripe? Color is one clue - the skin of a Hass avocado darkens as it turns ripe. Softness is another: Holding the avocado in the palm of your hand, gently apply pressure. If it yields, it�s ripe and ready to use. Keep firm avocados at room temperature until ripe; placing them in a closed paper bag speeds up the process.

Now what? If your avocados are ready before you are, refrigerate the ripe ones until you need them. To keep a cut avocado green, cover the surface with plastic wrap.

Where are Mexican avocados sold? They are available in every state except California, Florida and Hawaii; beginning in 2007, they will be shipped to those states as well.

When�s the season? Avocados from Mexico are blessed with an "endless season"! You can buy them 24/7.

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FREE RECIPE LEAFLET
Make It Mexican!
Easy ways to enjoy luscious Mexican avocados

Hass avocados from Mexico are known as "the world�s finest" - and, once you experience their luscious flavor and creamy texture, you�ll know how they earned that reputation. Avocado-Mango Salsa Salad and Pasta Mexican Style are just two of the easy, delicious recipes featuring these premium avocados in a leaflet called "Make It Mexican: Easy Ways to Enjoy Luscious Mexican Avocados." This colorful six-panel leaflet from APEAM (The Avocado Producer and Exporting Packers Association of Michoacan) features five recipes for Mexican avocados, plus information on selecting, ripening and using avocados and nutrition information on this healthful fruit. To order this leaflet free of charge, either fax your request to: (212) 254-2452 or email to: info@mexicanavocados.com. Or send your request to:

Mexican Avocado Leaflet
c/o Lewis & Neale Inc.
35 East 21 st Street 10 th Floor
New York, NY 10010

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