SAFAWI

Safawi have a beautiful dark brown color. They are chewy and mildly soft with a deep flavor. They’re wweet but not too much, with a subtle taste that reminds of coffee. The aftertaste isn’t too sweet compared to other dates which makes it enjoyable to have more than one at a time.

Origin: Medina Region, Saudi Arabia

How should dates be stored and what’s the recommended serving temperature for dates?

Dates should always be stored in an airtight container so they don’t get dry. We recommend keeping the dates in the freezer whenever possible.

Soft dates (like Bawalini, Astaka, Sukari Soft)

Always keep them cold, if possible, in the freezer.

Eat them cold from the fridge or the freezer. They taste great when frozen!

Medium soft dates (like Medjool, Anbara, Sukari Chewy)

– Up to 5 months: Store them in the fridge
– 5- 12 months: Store them in the freezer

Eat them cold from the fridge or at room temperature.

Hard/chewy dates (like Mabroom, Safawi, Ajwa)

– Up to 1 month: You can store them at room temperature
– Up to 5 months: Store them in the fridge
– 5- 12 months: Store the dates in the freezer

They taste best at room temperature.