From the tip of their distinctive shape right down to their unique texture, pears are a beautifully satisfying fruit. And autumn and winter are the perfect time for pears and when you’ll see the most varieties.


Allison honed her adventurous palate, appreciation of ethnic cuisine and taste for fresh fruits and veggies in her hometown of Hilo, Hawaii. She considers herself lucky to work for a company that shares her enthusiasm for good food and conscious living. With a Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science, Allison gets to combine her love of finding and sharing information with her love of good food as the Content Creator and Administrator for our Integrated Media Team. She enjoys the good life with her family in Austin, Texas – hiking, travelling, scuba diving and, of course, eating!