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Durian Journal

Stories, tips and season notes from our crew.

How to pick a durian without getting poked

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How to pick a durian without getting poked

Three quick checks — the shake, the sniff and the stem — that tell you far more than the price tag ever will.

What durian season actually feels like

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What durian season actually feels like

Weather, flowering and a lot of waiting. A plain-language look at why the good weeks come when they come.

Hosting a durian night that people remember

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Hosting a durian night that people remember

How much to order per person, what to serve alongside, and the tidy-up trick that saves your kitchen.