St. Dalefour Royal Fig Jam

This past weekend, in NYC, I found this elusive jam again. I had first tasted it at my friend's house who had bought it from a small Arab grocery. Then I couldn't find it anywhere and my friend couldn't find it either. Maybe it is a seasonal item? Well if it is, labor day weekend was apparently the right season. I found it in Forager's Market in DUMBO. DUMBO is a specific neighborhood in Brooklyn. Like many neighborhoods in NYC, its name is an acronym that stands for Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass. For an interesting read on the recent history of the neighborhood, click here.

What I like about this jam is that it is very thick and not too sweet. It is also fruit-sweetened. I like to spread it over buttered toast, I like to mix some in with my yogurt, and yes it even tastes good with ricotta cheese and a little agave. I hope you will be able to sample this delicious treat.