European Stars And Stripes (Newspaper) - November 21, 1986, Darmstadt, Hesse                                Advocating avocados by Mary Neth consumer editor avocados Are Slit a Novelty in German grocery stores so it was a Surprise to see a Booth devoted to them at the recent Hafa household and family fair in Wiesbaden Germany. They Are growing in popularity said Farid Nettla of the Israel Avocado Haus. More and More people have been introduced to them on travels o warmer countries but not everyone knows How to use  the aim of the Avocado Haus was to show the Many possibilities for preparation and Point out the food value uttered. Native to tropical Africa he Avocado is grown in the West indies the United Stales and Many tropical and subtropical countries. In recent years it has become an important israeli Export. There Are a number of different varieties ranging from Light Green to purplish. Ail Are Pear shaped and the Besl weigh from one Hall Pound the a Pound according to nutritional studies the Avocado is the Only known fruit which contains everything needed in the die carbohydrate protein fat and All sorts of minerals and vitamins. Avae Ados Are also a source of tha Avocado a fruit native to Warmac Llma i. It catching on in it Many. My in la it Imti cylk in Cal Holt Gro w. Unsaturated Oil. Avocados Are generally firm when purchased but they should be butter soft when eaten ripeness can be tested easily by pressing the fruit lightly let avocados Ripen Al room temperature. The process can be hurried by wrapping them in newspaper and putting them in a warm place. They can be Kepi longer in the refrigerator. The Kernel in the Middle of the pulp is about the size of a Walnut. The flesh is thick nutty and slightly acidic in taste and spreads like Butler. In addition to offering a variety of Avocado dishes the Hafa Avocado Booth had a Supply of Young Avocado plants for Sale. Avocado a tanks Are easy to grow to prepare Wash the Kernel first in warm water and remove the Loose skin. Then place it supported by toothpicks in a Glass of water heavy Side Down. Put in a warm dimly lit place and Check frequently to be sure that the Bottom remains in Waler. In three to eight weeks the Kernel will separate and Send out a shoot. Now place in a sunnier spol and when roots Are Well formed Plant in Sandy soil. Following Are some Avocado recipes for four people supplied at the Hafa Avocado Haus Booth. Avocado soup i Avocado 1 cup cooked Chicken 3 cup Chicken Broth w cup Cream i Tablespoon butter atm Pooi flour 1 Pinch Salt and Pepper chop up the cooked Chicken finely and Puree together with the Avocado. Add the flour to bind and pour in the Chicken Broth. Add Cream and Salt and Pepper and whip mixture Over medium heat until hoi. Do not let it come to a Boll. Avocado Appetiser it Avocado 1 Grapefruit it cup Pimento filled olives % cup Almond filled Olive Cut the Avocado into Small squares the Grapefruit into slices and chop the olives. Mix together and serve in cocktail glasses. Avocado cocktail i Avocado 1 Tablespoon Catsup 1 Teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1 Teaspoon Sweet paprika 1 Teaspoon Lemon juice 1 Pinch Sak 1 Tablespoon Sweet Cream Cut the Avocado into Small squares and distribute in our cocktail glasses. Top with a sauce made of the remaining ingredients. Avocado Celaya 4 medium Tomato shells i Avocado 2 hard cooked eggs i Tablespoon Olive ail i cup Spanish olives Salt chill Pepper 1 Leaf fresh coriander Gertie Salt finely chopped Parsley chop the hard cooked eggs Avocado and olives together. Add Oil and seasonings to taste and fill Tomato shells with mixture. Place on lettuce leaves and serve with Mayonnaise Harrod s opens at Airport he rr5t Harrod s outside London has opened at the Frankfurt am main. Germany Airport. The famous British department store has opened a food Hall and men s shop in the heart of a new gallery of 13 shops located under the skylight in a Corner of Hall b. Departures. Also in the new Center Are Tronte hair styling Julius vate Nahm toy shop Hilter jewelry and gift shops Book shop and sports shop an italian Lea Deam shop Iazzetta Jindo fur store Marco Burress shoes and leather clothing 8izi Art shop and a pharmacy. Highlight of the grand opening ceremony Early this month was the presentation of replicas of the 21 British Page 18 the stars and stripes Crown jewels which will be on display throughout the month in the shopping mall. Shopping hours at the Airport Are 8 am -9 p.m., seven Days a week. The Harrod s food Hall has a selection of cookies cakes jams and liquor plus ready to eat Buffet food ranging from scottish Salmon to the North German dessert role grafts. The men s Wear shop features classic clothing Lor men and women from Burberry Dunhill and Siabour. Biz s has Hummel figures. Marco Burress a Florence firm carries famous name italian shoes such As Sergio Friday november 21,1986 Rossi Thierry bugler by Linea Lidia and Al Vaquero. Jindo has a collection of Paula couture furs and leather clothing. In the sports shop Adidas Bogner Ell Essee fila. Lacoste Kappa Mike and  Are among the prominent name brands. The Book store has a Large selection of English language books As Well As books in Spanish French and German. -. Jet Slob has Sam Thiris Tor every child whether it be Teddy bears or toy trains. The jewelry and gift shop has a Complete line of lingerie and hosiery the ice Cream shop has typical italian specialities plus Coffee soft drinks and la query. Linda while