FRESH ONION

Onions have been cultivated by man for thousands of years. It was highly appreciated by the Egyptians and possessed great therapeutic virtues for the Greeks. In the Middle Ages, several superstitions revolved around the onion: leaving a cut onion on a table brought bad luck, planting onions on Good Friday protected against insects and drought and was known for its medicinal virtues. Today, fresh onions are a must for cooking, adding flavour and taste to sauces and stews.