Singo
Asian pears · 梨 · 亚洲梨
Singo in October (this month)
Look for South Korea, China
These origins are in fresh-crop season.
Korea's giant gift pear, known in Japan as Niitaka. Also grown in China.
- Look for
- Huge and round with russet-brown skin, often gift-boxed.
- Best for
- Gifting, sharing
South KoreaChina
Fresh cropStored / lateNot shipping
Fresh crop now (2)
KR
South KoreaNaju, Cheonan
Fresh cropSingo grown in South Korea
New crop, harvest 1 month in
CN
ChinaHebei, Xinjiang (Korla)
Fresh cropSingo grown in China
New crop, harvest 2 months in
Other asian pears varieties
Common questions
- When is Singo asian pears in season in Singapore?
- South Korea: Sep–Nov; China: Aug–Oct. Fresh-crop months by origin.
- Which country's Singo is best in October?
- Look for South Korea, China.
- How do I pick a ripe asian pears?
- Feel: Firm and heavy for its size. Asian pears should feel hard, like an apple. Skin: Even golden-brown or yellow-green, with no soft or wet spots. Smell: A light, sweet smell at the base. Avoid: Dents and bruises. Asian pears bruise easily, so check the bottom of the box.
- How should I store asian pears?
- Fridge. Lasts 1–3 weeks. Keep each pear in its foam net so they don't bruise each other. Eat chilled.