It smells sweet to those who love it but it smells like hell to those who don’t. Durian, the king of tropical fruits is also available in Negros Occidental. It is usually in season this time of the year so you don’t need to go to Davao to have your fill of the creamy, delicious and sweet smelling fruit. Obviously, I am one of those who love this tropical fruit.
The vast plantation of ECJ Farms has the most number of durian fruit trees in Negros Occidental. When the fruit is in season, you can buy them from ECJ farmworkers who sell them just outside the Negros Organic Market. Sometimes, Ting-Ting’s Restaurant at Shopping has an eat-all-you-can durian promo at reasonable price.
Durian outside the Negros Organic Market is currently priced at P80/kilo which you can still haggle with the vendors. If you have the time and money, it is highly recommended to visit the ECJ Farms pasalubong center at Hacienda Candelaria in the town of San Enrique. There you can buy durian jam, candies and ice cream. The ice cream is a personal favorite.
Postscript:
Thanks Estan for your comment, most common variety available in Negros through ECJ Farms is the TD4.