QM MTL GRRZ….. (Please refer to your newspaper for complete puzzle.)
TODAY’S CLUE: F = B
ANSWER: AT THE FOOD SHOP I RUSHED TO CLAIM THE LAST GROUP OF GRAPES, BUT SOMEONE BEAT ME TO THE BUNCH.
GRAPES
Overview
Grapes are small, round fruits that grow in clusters on woody vines. They have been cultivated for thousands of years and are eaten fresh, dried, or processed into a wide range of foods and drinks.
Origins
Grapes are believed to have originated in regions of the Middle East and Central Asia, where early civilizations first cultivated them for food and fermentation.
Varieties
There are thousands of grape varieties, commonly grouped as table grapes, wine grapes, and raisin grapes, each bred for flavor, size, and sugar content.
Uses
Grapes are eaten fresh, dried into raisins, pressed into juice, or fermented into wine. They also appear in jellies, desserts, and savory dishes around the world.
Nutrition
Grapes contain natural sugars, fiber, vitamins, and plant compounds. Their skins are especially rich in antioxidants found in darker-colored varieties.
Cultural Impact
Grapes have long symbolized abundance, celebration, and tradition, appearing in art, religion, and seasonal rituals across many cultures.