Blood oranges are a kind of oranges that is unfortunately quite difficult to find, they are grown in Sicily and come in season in late winter.

They are smaller than regular oranges, their skin is not so smooth and is sometimes dark orange. As for the taste, it is slightly different from regular oranges, and quite hard to describe! They sometimes have pips, usually not more than 3-4 each.

Blood oranges are an absolute treat and if you are able to find them, make yourself a juice and you’ll be happy!

Oranges are great providers of vitamin c, lots of antioxidants and research show that they can prevent cancer of the stomach and esophagus.