Squeglia Fig | On the Level of Paradiso
Channel: Ross Raddi
Date: 2024-03-12

In this video, Ross, known as the Fig boss, introduces and reviews the Squeglia fig variety received from the late and great Mario in Connecticut, highlighting its impressive productivity and exquisite taste, resembling Paradiso (Baud). He also expresses concern about its open eye and compares it to the Monaco fig while emphasizing the importance of favorable ripening conditions for high-quality figs.

Squeglia (Mario’s #9) - This fig closely resembles Monaco on the outside, but the inside is more akin to a Paradiso fig. Mild, but superbly textured. It’s very good.

Introduction (0:00): 
Ross introduces the video and mentions the fig variety called Squeglia, which he received from Mario in Connecticut.

Description of the fig (00:34): 
Ross describes the appearance of the Squeglia fig, noting its beautiful appearance and sugar spots caused by humidity.

Preliminary review (01:09): 
Ross provides an initial review of Squeglia, mentioning its productivity, taste, and ripening period.

Concerns about open eye (01:48): 
Ross expresses concern about the fig's open eye and its potential to absorb water and affect fruit quality.

Comparison to Monaco fig (03:07): 
Ross compares Squeglia to the Monaco fig in terms of appearance and mentions the Monaco fig's susceptibility to moisture.

Taste test (05:03): 
Ross tastes the Squeglia fig and praises its exquisite flavor, texture, and similarity to Paradiso (Baud).

Coloration difference (09:14): 
Ross notes the coloration difference between the bottom and top halves of the ripe fig.

Second taste test (10:50): 
Ross tastes another Squeglia fig and emphasizes its good texture and mild flavor.

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