Asian pears (Pyrus pyrifolia if we’re getting ... they’re an obvious contender for lots of savory pear recipes and salads. Try Shilpa’s Hot and Tangy Pear Salad recipe.

Nevertheless, they all share a spectacular crunchiness, which makes them ideal for winter salads like the one below from Iron Chef and Asian-pear aficionado Masaharu Morimoto. --Robin Raisfeld ...

This layered winter salad is a study in delightful textures: Crisp and juicy Asian pear is served over creamy Greek yogurt—enhanced with honey, lime juice, and black sesame paste (or tahini ...

Apples or Asian pears would be a terrific substitute for the pears in this recipe. Berries and stone fruits (like plums or ...

They are basic, all-purpose pears. You can snack on them (they're ripe when they give to gentle pressure around the stem), put them in salads, or bake with them. ASIAN: Yes, this is a catchall for ...

Asian pears, also known as apple pears or sand pears, are a healthy treat that combine the best qualities of apples and pears. These fruits are a crunchy, sweet member of the pear family ...

In honour of the month, we’ve rounded up five recipes shared by Vancouver chefs to showcase just a few of the fantastic flavours that can be found throughout the vast landscape of Asian cuisine: ...