Dates: An Ancient Fruit and Its Nutritional Value

My guest expounds on the history, the influence on Hollywood, not to mention the health benefits of this little superfruit. And how it came to be grown in the Coachella Valley producing 90% in this country, making it a perfect grab an on-the-go snack.Dates have been a staple food in the Middle East for thousands of years, cultivated in Mesopotamia and Egypt as early at 4000 BCE. While there are some 600 varieties of dates throughout the world, only a few are grown in the Greater Palm Springs area.This region in California, also known by many as the Californian Sahara, has the ideal climate for growing the highest quality dates in the world.Looking for something fun and interesting to do in the Coachella Valley? The museum grounds are packed with historic buildings and exciting exhibits!With annual events including the festive Día de Los Muertos celebration, as well as a wide variety of performers, guest artists and entertainers passing through our doors every month, you are guaranteed to discover something that nurtures your spirit and delights your imagination. https://www.cvhm.org/http://www.yourlotandparcel.orgSupport the show