The prickly pear, or fico d’India, has a subtly sweet flavor that falls somewhere between watermelon and melon, with delicate notes of pear and fig. Its taste is refreshing and mild, with a floral edge that echoes the at sun-soaked landscapes of Sicily. The texture is soft and juicy, occasionally dotted with crunchy seeds that give it a rustic charm. It's the kind of fruit that tastes like warm summer evenings, with a sweetness that feels natural and unhurried—like something that ripened slowly under a southern sky.
