ASIN was formed in late 1976, the nucleus of which was the duo of Mike Pillora Jr. of Negros Occidental and Cesar BaÃ±ares Jr. of South Cotabato, who were playing at folk joints and pub houses in Manila as 'Mike and Cesar'.
European pears are usually harvested in a green stage and allowed to ripen at room temperature. Asian pears will be crisp and juicy, with some tartness, especially near the core. European pears will be soft and juicy, with a sweeter, more mellow taste. Many Asian pear cultivars are available.
The smaller variety of prickly pears, sometimes known as agostani for the fact that they ripen in August, are generically known as fichi dâIndia â Indian figs. They do not come from India nor have any relation to figs, which goes to show you that you can name things any way you want, but whatâs important is eating them.