Belgium Endive
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Imported fresh foods arrive by air every week and some by ship every 2 weeks. These stocks include meat, cheese, fish, vegetables (artichokes, mushrooms, celery, endive, and lettuce), and fresh fruits. A wide variety of wines, herbs, and spices are imported, as are specialty items like canned Chinese and Lebanese foods. Prices for imported items can be high. Imported frozen foods are available at several locations, including meats, poultry, fish, fruits, vegetables, prepared foods, and desserts. ... [Read More]
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Gardening is a joy because many plants and flowers prosper quickly. Many plant stands are located throughout Yaounde and offer a wide variety of flowers, shrubs, and trees for sale. Few vegetable plants are available. A limited selection of seeds can be purchased for flowers and vegetables. The CLO office maintains a supply of catalogs for restocking. The following are suggested seed varieties to bring: marigolds, zinnias, nasturtiums, and snapdragons; endive, romaine, Ruby, and Boston lettuce; cherry tomatoes; green peppers; hot peppers; herbs; and cucumbers. Natural fertilizers are inexpensive and readily available. Bring hand gardening tools, clippers, insecticides, fertilizers, etc. ... [Read More]
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Local fresh vegetables and fruits are seasonal, expensive, and limited in both variety and quality. Vegetables include lettuce, potatoes, green beans, carrots, cabbage, beets, cucumbers, onions, spring onions, spinach, squash, radishes, tomatoes, and eggplant. Local fruit includes oranges, grapefruit, papayas, pineapples, mangoes, avocados, guavas, bananas, and lemons. Wash unpeeled vegetables and fruit in a solution of potassium permanganate or detergent before eating them raw. Imported oranges, grapes, apples, kiwis, and pears, and vegetables such as carrots, endive, cauliflower, and mushrooms, are often available in local supermarkets at very high prices. ... [Read More]
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