LIFESTYLE → THIS WAY THAT WAY Issue 824 · August 17, 2020

Cherry Tomatoes

Whether added to a salad, baked into a savory galette, or simply munched on as a snack, these little guys have become classic — and some of our favorite summer fare.

Cherry Tomatoes

Cherry tomatoes are believed to be a cross between wild currant-type tomatoes and domesticated garden tomatoes. Although available year round, they reach peak flavor during the summer. Whether added to a salad, baked into a savory galette, or simply munched on as a snack, these little guys have become classic — and some of our favorite summer fare.

 

TOMATO, TOMAHTO

Also Known As…

The scientific name for tomato is Lycopersicon lycopersicum, meaning “wolf peach.”

Cherries & Tomatoes

A tomato is scientifically classified as a fruit, which means that it’s the edible part of a plant containing seeds.

Rainbow Bright

There are over 10,000 varieties of tomato. They come in a variety of colors, including pink, purple, black, yellow, and white.

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