The Blueberry

Our Blueberry Fruzen Ice Sculpture

The Blueberry, a small, simple berry, that is famous around the United States.  We all love to eat them in a variety of forms.  Whether out of the box, frozen in drinks, or baked into our favorite dessert, blueberries are a well-rounded fruit (no pun intended).  We love incorporating the Blueberry into our ice.  We recently created a sculpture at the "Celebrate! Showcase Event" where we froze blueberries in the center.  We love their simplicity and color.  Since we are assuming that you love blueberries just as much as we do, here are some fun facts you might not know about the blueberry!

• The Blueberry is the 2nd most popular berry in America, second to the strawberry 
• They are one of the only natural foods that are blue in color
• Native Americans called then "star berries" because of the five points that made up their blossoms
• Early colonists made gray paint out of blueberries by boiling them in milk
• America's favorite muffin is...the blueberry muffin
• The anthocyanin present in them is great for your eyesight
• They are naturally low in both fat & sodium

Blueberries are so simple yet they can be transformed into so many great things!  What is your favorite way to eat a blueberry?  Blueberry jam perhaps? 



The Cranberry

The Cranberry is one of our favorite Früzen garnishes.  It is so simple, yet has such a stunning appearance.  Cranberries have a distinguished tart taste perfect for accompanying cocktails as well as for décor.  The bright red gloss on cranberries makes a simple decoration dramatic.  Here are some of our favorite ideas for the cranberry on your Thanksgiving table this season.

We can’t think of anything more perfect to pair with tarty cranberries than cheese!  This layered cranberry sauce dish, courtesy of Paula Deen, is simple and mouthwatering.  With this recipe you can dress up that cranberry-can-shaped-mold by layering it with cream cheese and nuts.  It is delicious and beautiful, with the deep red and whipped white colors creating a parfait like centerpiece.  Definitely a show stealer on your table.   Check out the recipe

We have always been a fan of simple, yet beautiful, which is why the cranberry is one of our favorite berries to use.  We stronly suggest using the cranberry as one of the star components to your decorations this Thanksgiving.  Candles can say a lot without doing much prep or damage to your wallet.  We love the look of a white candle paired with cranberries.  The beauty is that you could have one, or ten all over your house and it wouldn't be over kill.  To add even another extra touch to this centerpiece we suggest throwing in some rosemary or another favorite herb to add some extra pop to your decoration.

Last, but definitely not least is a Thanksgiving Cranberry Cocktail!  This Cranberry, Ginger Fizz cocktail is easy and delicious.  You simply take a shot of cranberry vodka, cranberry juice, top with ginger ale to add the "fizz", and add a garnish of your choosing.  May we suggest a Früzen Ice Cranberry to make it a "Früzen Cranberry Ginger Fizz".  The best part about this drink is that you can omit the liquor all together and the drink will still be delicious to all of your guests!  Cheers and enjoy your Thanksgiving.

The Pomegranate

Did you know that the pomegranate is one of the oldest known fruits found in ancient writings and artifacts?  It's no wonder that they are making a come back with their delicious taste, but they are actually being recognized for their great health benefits.  The pomegranate is a symbol of health, fertility, and eternal life, and it gained that reputation for the right reason.  They are extremely nutrient dense and antioxidant rich, offering protection against heart disease & cancer.  They are one of the few fruits where the seeds are edible and delicious.  The pomegranate gives off the perfect amount of sweetness and tartness.  With their deep purple-red, glossy glow that is appetizing to the eye and taste buds, they are a perfect compliment to any drink or decoration during the holidays.

TGIF

Happy Friday everyone!  We here at Früzen want to wish you a safe and fun weekend.  We also wanted to remind everyone that the Holidays are coming quickly and it is time to start thinking about your companies Holiday party if you haven't already done so.  It's always great to take everyone out to a fun venue, but adding a little something extra to the party will be sure to make your evening unforgettable.  What's on your menu?  Champagne?  Garnish it with Früzen strawberries or raspberries to add some flair.  Premium vodka?  Pour it over our Früzen Olives or a mix of Früzen berries.  May we tempt you with our sculptures to put your party over the top?

Früzen Sculptures bring that extra element to your event.  You will be guaranteed to impress your guests with our stunning one of a kind displays.  Whether your event calls for a classic eye-catching display designed for your premium bottles or a luxurious centerpiece customized for your event, Früzen provides you with the perfect options.

Our designs range from classic to custom options.   Sleek, elegant sculptures to showcase bottles, fruit, vegetables, herbs, candy and more are going to push your event into excellence.  Customized pieces designed specifically for your event are going to steal the show.  With limitless options of fruits, vegetables, shapes and sizes, Früzen will add a quality piece that is going to complete your event.