Apples to Apples

    These are Ambrosia apples. I've been buying them from our local Farmers' Market for the past five years or so, and they have quickly become my favourite apple. Some years, the fragrance from them is so floral that the whole grocery bag seems to get infused. They are sweet and crisp with low acidity and an aromatic flavour reminiscent of pear. According to Wikipedia, the strain was first cultivated by the Mennell family of Similkameen Valley, British Columbia, who discovered the apple growing in their orchard.

    Here's how I like to enjoy my Ambrosias: I slice one apple into neat wedges and fan them out nicely on a pretty plate. Then I cut a proper hunk of aged cheddar cheese, preferably five-year old (but three-year old will do in a pinch). A handful of fresh walnuts and a spot of sun to sit in are the finishing touches to my afternoon snack. I love the combination of sweet, salty, savory, and mildy nutty.

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    1. ♥ Chelsea Photography (19 months ago | reply)

      mmmmmm!!
      <3 apples!
      nice, clean, clear, crisp shot!

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    3. Steve Taylor (Photography) (19 months ago | reply)

      They look crunchy and in season

    4. madlyinlovewithlife (19 months ago | reply)

      Thanks Chelsea and Steve! :))

    5. mystuart (19 months ago | reply)

      It does sound very delicious and speaks to my favorites--wonderful image!!
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    6. madlyinlovewithlife (19 months ago | reply)

      Thank you Melinda! I'm so thrilled with the different varieties of apples that are making appearances in the Farmers' Markets. Such a treat to try them out.

    7. ~Amygdala~ (19 months ago | reply)

      Nice composition..Yummy apple dish!! Next time Apples to Oranges please!!!

    8. ☆Teshan★ (19 months ago | reply)

      delish!

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    10. Bergseyeview (19 months ago | reply)

      Lovely shot & description!

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    12. M1954. [deleted] (19 months ago | reply)

      Beautiful in its simplicity, a lovely image- and a delicious way to enjoy them!
      "Apple days" are becoming regular events here, you would love them I am sure.
      Often held in old orchards or National Trust Properties they focus on all things apple related and have lots of different varities to try and buy.

    13. madlyinlovewithlife (19 months ago | reply)

      Ha! As always, Itajrudh, I very much appreciate your visits and comments! :))

      Thank you all very much for your comments, they are very much appreciated!

    14. gajtalbot (19 months ago | reply)

      Cheddar cheese. Apples. Apple Brandy. This is what winter is all about.
      Lovely pic....makes me feel all 'appley'.

    15. madlyinlovewithlife (19 months ago | reply)

      Thank you Moira! I would LOVE to attend "Apple Days!" events. I found a link to one on Google, and for sure, they would be right up my alley. I liked seeing that there was even a "Longest Apple Peel" competition! What fun! Thanks for sharing that. I always enjoy your comments! :))

    16. madlyinlovewithlife (19 months ago | reply)

      Mmmm.. Apple Brandy sounds very good. I've never had it. I'll have to hunt some down for the winter. Thanks gaj! :))

    17. gajtalbot (19 months ago | reply)

      It's worth it. Makes you a bit tiddly....but then it IS nearly Christmas after all....

    18. madlyinlovewithlife (19 months ago | reply)

      Never too soon to get festive... :)))

    19. J and J and M and M (19 months ago | reply)

      Delightful apples. Love your composition here. The light is so inviting. Apple pie originally came to mind but your idea sounds great too...

    20. madlyinlovewithlife (19 months ago | reply)

      Oh... I like your idea even better... a slice of warm apple pie and some sharp cheddar... Thanks John! :)))

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    22. Yazid Abu-Ghazaleh (18 months ago | reply)

      You have such amazing talent when it comes to photographing food!

    23. madlyinlovewithlife (18 months ago | reply)

      Thank you so much for your very nice compliment! :)))

    24. JC Lopez Phography (15 months ago | reply)

      Brilliant shot, really nice work! Check this picture is similar
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    26. villyvan (13 months ago | reply)

      Try Camerocks

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    28. utahpubliceducation (12 months ago | reply)

      Beautiful shot. Thanks for posting this with a CC license. I've used it to illustrate today's Education News Roundup on UtahPublicEducation.org. If you ever change the license or want us to remove the image, please email contact@schools.utah.gov. Thanks for sharing! -Elizabeth Ziegler, Utah State Office of Education utahpubliceducation.org/2012/06/04/education- news-roundup...

    29. madlyinlovewithlife (12 months ago | reply)

      Thanks Elizabeth! I'm delighted you liked my photo enough to use in your Education News Roundup!. I have no plans to change the CC license on this! Thank you for the link - I enjoy seeing how my images get used! :))

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    31. australianpolicyonline (3 weeks ago | reply)

      Thanks from Australian Policy Online. This pic is on APO's home page (with attribution) for a few days from 1 May 2013. See www.apo.org.au/ (illustrating an article called 'Profit slide won't bite Apple'). Thank you for listing your image with a Creative Commons license.

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