Learning to love durian: why the world's stinkiest fruit is better than wine, cheese or chocolate

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Great post. However, Durians have evolved a long way from this post. As a Malaysia, trust me, I eat this regularly. Right now, D's don't make the cut anymore as they are considered the mid level fruits. There are many more classes which are top notch taste and flavors. Also, Celeste is spot on with the seasons. For some plantations, they fruit hybrids 3 times a year! Right now, the top durian in the market is the Civet King or 'Musang King' Durian which can range anywhere from US$7 to US$13 a kilogram. Early this year I bought a 'musang king' fruit for US$35! Anyway, I have seen some of the oddest durians in my life here. One even with Red contents.

9-14-2011 @ 5:22PM

Celeste said...

Hi David,
Well down in Melaka they're still selling D Durians - this was just this last durian season! Hope to try the "king' varieties you mention next time :)

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