There is good news and bad news.

We'll get the bad news out of the way first: HoneyCrisp apples, in the next few weeks, will disappear from produce shelves at Central Market until next September. This year’s harvest is coming comes to an end, meaning life without HoneyCrisp apples is getting closer…

Here's the Good News - very, very good news: a large crop Canadian HoneyCrisp apples will arrive at in our produce departments this Thursday, January 15. These come from Glooscap farms, owned by the VanMeekeren Family out of Lakeville, Nova Scotia. HoneyCrisp apples are the VerMeekeren's specialty.

 Originally developed in Minnesota, HoneyCrisp apples were developed by crossing the Macoun and Honey gold apple varieties. They were originally slated to be “discarded,” but quickly became the superstar of the industry due to their exceptional raw eating quality.

Nova Scotia is a prime growing region for HoneyCrisp apples and is known for late-season apples due to its cold climate. Much like the American Northwest, the ocean provides some temperature stability for a late crop. 

We taste tested and these are the best eating HoneyCrisp we’ve received this year. They're ultra crisp and juicy with a fantastic balance of tart and sweet. HoneyCrisp apples are reasonably suited for baking, but really shine in a raw state. Chunk them in fresh salads or serve with chocolate or cheese for desert. 

Don’t miss your last chance for this phenomenal apple!