Apples from Yesterday to Tomorrow

If a crispy apple with a fruity flavor sounds up your alley, you are going to want to try out the Ludacrisp apple. I had this apple for the first time in Utah in 2023, even thought it was developed by the Midwest Apple Improvement Association. In this episode I share about why apples aren’t all best when you eat them fresh of the tree, with is especially important as we head into the last month of...

It’s been a long time since my daughter got to try her favorite apple - the Kandil Sinap. This is an old heirloom variety now it’s unique tall, skinny shape. I have never seen another apple. Listen to today's episode to learn about where this apple is from and why it took us so long to find it again. Get full access to What Apple to Eat Today at whatappletoeattoday.substack.com/subscribe

Gala apple fans are going to want to play close attention to today's episode on the history and current outlook of the Sansa apples. This sweet apple was created from crossing a Gala with another variety called Akane. Take a listen to the episode today and then check out my blog post - Love Gala Apples? You'll Flip for Sansa Apples! Get full access to What Apple to Eat Today at whatappletoeattoday...

Honeycrisp has been crossed with many different varieties to try and create the next great apple. In today’s episode I am talking about the latest one that I got to try - the Pink Luster apple. This time it’s a Honeycrisp mixed with a Gala apple. The result was an apple with a delightful sweet and tart balance that is firm in a different way than Honeycrisp and has a pink hue to it. Learn all abou...

You may not think much of crabapples and if that’s the case I want to change your mind today. The newest podcast episode is all about the Dolgo crabapples. Learn about where it comes from and what are some great ways to use this apple. In the episode I also talk about my favorite type of crabapple - the Chestnut Crab apple . It’s actually one of my favorite apples period, so make sure to click tha...

If you are a fan of the McIntosh apple and apples like it, then you should add Dandee Red to the list apples you need to check out. In the episode I share the origin of this apple variety and the difference I had getting them this year in August as opposed to finding them in September last year. Tart apple fans don’t want to miss out on this one. It’s one I need to add to my new mini e-book - Tart...

The podcast is back from a mid-summer hiatus today to share one of my favorite apples to eat during the month of August - the Gravenstein apple. This apple that is widely available on the west coast is a great all-purpose apple that is wonderful for out of hand eating, making apple cider or juice, baking with, and homemade applesauce. Listen to this episode to learn more about the history this var...

Welcome to July. We have made it half way through 2025. So far my most popular podcast episode of the podcast, has been my What Apples Do I Want to Eat in 2025 episode. Today, I am sharing a replay of that episode and giving you an update on how I am doing with my list at the very end. Today’s episode will be the only episode I post for the month of July. I am taking a break from episodes until Au...

The first of the season of whatever fruit is always exciting, we aren’t too far away now from the first apple of the season being ready. On today’s podcast episode I am talking about the earliest yellow apple variety that I know of called the Pristine apple. I hope that you have enjoyed this look into yellow apples this month. If you missed any of the episodes here are links so you can go back and...

This episode, I am sharing about the University of Minnesota developed Honeygold apple. I have come across this sweet yellow apple on a few occasions and I am sharing my experiences with the variety. Curious what other apples were developed by the University of Minnesota? Here is a list * Honeycrisp * SweeTango * Zestar * First Kiss / Raven * Snow Sweet . Get full access to What Apple to Eat Today...

I often say you need to give apples more than one chance. At first I didn’t think much of the Golden Supreme apple. The first ones I had were pretty bland and uninteresting. But since then I have tried them again and the apple has won taste tests against other yellow apples. In this podcast episode, I am sharing everything that I know about this apple that includes a history that people have diffe...

Today on the podcast, I am talking about the Blondee apple. This apple is actually a type of Gala apple that came from a mutation on a Gala tree! In this episode I will talk about how a yellow apple came from a red apple and where I have found the best tasting Blondee apples in the country. I have done a full write up on this apple variety on my blog in the past, that you can read right here - Blo...

Today on the podcast, I am talking about the Lemonade. I share about how this apple came to be, where it’s from, and answer the question - does this apple actually taste like lemonade in any shape or form? I have done a full write up on this apple variety on my blog in the past, that you can read right here - Lemonade Apples Get full access to What Apple to Eat Today at whatappletoeattoday.substac...

The Elstar apple originated in the Netherlands and is the topic of today’s Memorial Day podcast episode! I hear this apple is best when stored for a bit, for peak flavor. I have had them several times before but the name has been different. When I was in Utah, the apple was refereed to as Valstar. I looked it up and sure enough it’s another name for Elstar. Get full access to What Apple to Eat Tod...

Did you know that there’s an apple variety called Hawaii that has nothing to do with the state of Hawaii? This apple actually originates from California, specifically from the city of Sebastopol—known for the Gravenstein Apple Festival. Interestingly, the Gravenstein apple is one of the parents of the Hawaii apple. In this episode, I’m sharing everything I know about the Hawaii apple and explainin...

In the east, I have seen it called Akane. In the west, I have seen it called Tokyo Rose. And sometimes vice verse! This is an early season apple that helps roll out the carpet for the apple season. Learn all about this apple variety and why I love the early season apples even if they don’t last super long. Get full access to What Apple to Eat Today at whatappletoeattoday.substack.com/subscribe

Some apples when they are sitting in the shade of a tree can almost look black. The Kingston Black is one such apple that has black in it’s name but is really just a dark red. Learn about the origins of this apple and what the apple is good for. Get full access to What Apple to Eat Today at whatappletoeattoday.substack.com/subscribe

Over the last decade plus of me writing about apple varieties, I have seen many new apple varieties show up in the grocery store. I have also seen many apple varieties been to disappear. Not every new variety is going to be a hit. Some work out and some don’t. Today I thought I would talk about the new apple varieties that I have found are become harder and harder to find. On this list you will fi...

Sometimes big flavor can come in small packages and that is the case with the flavorful, heirloom Orleans Reinette apple. This ones isn’t super easy to find but it’s one that you will not want to pass by if you see it. In this episode, I share with you some reasons I think this apple isn’t more widely available. If you want to learn more about this apple variety, check out my full write up with it...

Did you know there's actually a national park where you can pick your own apples? I was so excited when I found that out! The park is the underrated Capitol Reef National Park in Utah. With more famous parks like Arches, Zion, and Bryce Canyon in the state, Capitol Reef is often overlooked—but it's at the top of my bucket list to visit during apple season one fall. In today’s podcast episode, I sh...

Most of the apple varieties we find in the grocery store today are under 100 years old, probably most under 50 years old and most way less than that. But I have found an apple variety that is almost 390 years old - the Roxbury Russet ( learn more about this apple on my blog ). Get full access to What Apple to Eat Today at whatappletoeattoday.substack.com/subscribe

Cameo apples were once one of the top grown varieties of apples out of the state of Washington. But over the years they have become less and less popular. Let me share with you my thoughts on that in this podcast episode included why they may not be as popular anymore. Get full access to What Apple to Eat Today at whatappletoeattoday.substack.com/subscribe

Ambrosia apples have been one of the more popular apples over the last decade but in recent years the apple has starting to fall off. This episode talks about where the apple came from and why it may not be as popular as it once was, even a few years ago. Get full access to What Apple to Eat Today at whatappletoeattoday.substack.com/subscribe

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! I’m using this holiday as an excuse to learn more about the history of apples in Ireland, and I’m sharing my findings in today’s podcast episode. Get full access to What Apple to Eat Today at whatappletoeattoday.substack.com/subscribe

There are plenty of green apples besides Granny Smith that we don’t find in the grocery store, and the Shamrock apple is one. This variety is from British Columbia (not Ireland) and is a good option to grow in climates that are too cold to grow the late harvested Granny Smith apple. Get full access to What Apple to Eat Today at whatappletoeattoday.substack.com/subscribe