Tomatoes

The tomato originated in Central and South America between 200 BC and 700 AD. At that time, it was characterised by a yellowish colour, a round shape and the size of a cocktail tomato. It did not have the modern name "tomato". Back then it was called "Xitomatl".
"Xitomatl" comes from the Aztec language and means "to swell", which indicated a plump shape.
It was the Spanish conquistadors who brought the first tomato plants to Europe in the 16th century.
The flavour ranges from juicy and sweet to pleasantly sour.

Tomatoes are rich in vitamins A, C and E as well as calcium, potassium, magnesium and iron.

Tomatoes are best stored open in an airy and dark place. The optimum temperature should be between 12°C and 16°C. Leave the stalks and blossom set on the fruit to keep them fresh for longer.
Wash just before eating. Tomatoes should keep for up to 14 days this way.