Museums and the Mafia: The Secret History of Citrus

A slice of lime in your cocktail, a lunchbox clementine, or a glass
of OJ at breakfast: citrus is so common today that most of us have
at least one lurking on the kitchen counter or in the back of the
fridge. But don’t be fooled: not only were these fruits so precious
that they inspired both museums and the Mafia, they are also under
attack by an incurable immune disease that is decimating citrus
harvests around the world. Join us on a historical and scientific
adventure, starting with a visit to the ark of citrus—a magical
grove in California that contains hundreds of varieties you’ve
never heard of, from the rose-scented yellow goo of a bael fruit to
the Pop Rocks-sensation of a caviar lime. You’ll see that lemon
you’re about to squeeze in a whole new light.   Learn more
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