{"title":"Preserves","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"papaya-chunks-in-syrup-by-conchita-16-oz-1","title":"Conchita Papaya Chunks in Syrup — 16oz","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePapaya in syrup — the Cuban dessert fruit classic\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Cuba, papaya isn't always breakfast fruit — sweetened, preserved papaya chunks in syrup are a dessert tradition, served alongside fresh white cheese (queso blanco) for the classic \u003cem\u003efruta bomba con queso\u003c\/em\u003e. Conchita's 16oz jar is the household dessert size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16 oz jar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePapaya chunks in heavy syrup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCuban dessert style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to enjoy\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic pairing: spoon over fresh queso blanco or cream cheese as dessert.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTopping for vanilla ice cream or flan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix into yogurt for tropical breakfast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCocktail bar: papaya syrup for tropical daiquiris and mojitos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrunch board with cheese, ham, and Cuban bread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFruta bomba — what's that?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Cuba, papaya is called \u003cem\u003efruta bomba\u003c\/em\u003e in some regions (\"papaya\" can be vulgar slang). Same fruit, different name. The dessert pairing with cheese is one of those things that sounds strange until you try it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePantry until opened. Refrigerate after opening, use within 2 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Conchita","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50172227453245,"sku":"075370002008","price":4.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/1013\/7917\/files\/Conchita_20Papaya_20Chunks_20in_20syrup_2016_20oz.jpg?v=1747075542"},{"product_id":"conchita-guava-shells-32oz-single","title":"Conchita Guava Shells in Syrup 32 oz","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCuban guava shells in syrup — Conchita 32 oz single can\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuava shells (cascos de guayaba) in syrup are the Cuban dessert essential — sweet poached guava halves bathed in their own ruby syrup. The 32 oz size is the catering\/restaurant version with roughly double the guava and syrup of the standard 16 oz can. Single can is the right buy for one-time large gatherings or trying the bigger size before committing to a multi-pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 can × 32 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole guava halves preserved in heavy syrup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady-to-serve — open, plate, and enjoy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImported tropical fruit, the Cuban way\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGluten-free, vegan-friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Cuban families serve guava shells\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe classic — plate 2-3 guava halves with a slice of cream cheese and a drizzle of the syrup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCuban pastelitos filling — chop the shells and use as a pastry filling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIce cream topping — drizzle the syrup over vanilla ice cream and top with chopped shells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpoon over Cuban flan or tres leches cake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWedding\/event dessert display — guava + cream cheese + Cuban crackers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e32 oz single vs Pack of 3 vs 16 oz — which to buy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e32 oz single is right for one-time catering\/event use or testing the bigger size. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/conchita-guava-shells-in-syrup-32-oz-pack-of-3\"\u003e32 oz Pack of 3\u003c\/a\u003e is the right buy for regular catering\/restaurant volume. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/conchita-guava-shells-16oz-pack-of-3\"\u003e16 oz Pack of 3\u003c\/a\u003e is the household standard for typical family use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnopened can stores at room temperature for years. Once opened, transfer to a glass container, refrigerate, and use within 7-10 days.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Conchita","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50172227748157,"sku":"075370001018","price":13.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/1013\/7917\/files\/Conchita_20Guava_20Shells_20in_20Syrup_2032_20oz.jpg?v=1747075539"},{"product_id":"grated-coconut-in-syrup-by-conchita-17-oz-1","title":"Conchita Grated Coconut in Syrup — 17oz","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCoco rallado — the Cuban sweet coconut dessert\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSweetened shredded coconut in syrup — a Cuban dessert tradition served alongside guava casquitos and cream cheese, or spooned over flan, or stirred into rice pudding. 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Refrigerate after opening, use within 3 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Conchita","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50172228370749,"sku":"075370001056","price":5.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/1013\/7917\/files\/Conchita_20grated_20coconut_20in_20syrup_2017_20oz.jpg?v=1747075532"},{"product_id":"conchita-grated-coconut-in-syrup-32-oz-1","title":"Conchita Grated Coconut in Syrup — 32oz","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCoco rallado, family size — for parties, baking, and restaurant use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 32oz family-size jar of Conchita's sweetened grated coconut. 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Jelly is smoothest (most spreadable). Marmalade is chunkier (has fruit pieces, between texture). All work for the cream-cheese-and-guava classic; preference is texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePantry until opened. 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