passion fruit
noun
: the edible fruit of a passionflower
especially
: the small roundish purple or yellow fruit of a Brazilian passionflower (Passiflora edulis) grown commercially in warmer parts of the U.S. compare granadilla
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The spa The spa, which is currently undergoing a refresh, is fabulous, with tropical-zen indoor and outdoor treatment rooms and an emphasis on incorporating local ingredients like aloe, passion fruit, and coffee into different services.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Apr. 2026
The garden has flourished under his leadership and now supplies the majority of Sirikoi’s produce, from the citrus and passion fruit served with breakfast to the broccoli and potatoes that accompany dinner.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 6 Apr. 2026
Invented by bartender Douglas Ankrah at Townhouse in London, it’s made from vodka, vanilla, and passion fruit.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 4 Apr. 2026
There’s also simpler mixes, like kiwi and pineapple or passion fruit and lime.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 4 Apr. 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Apr. 2026
The garden has flourished under his leadership and now supplies the majority of Sirikoi’s produce, from the citrus and passion fruit served with breakfast to the broccoli and potatoes that accompany dinner.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 6 Apr. 2026
Invented by bartender Douglas Ankrah at Townhouse in London, it’s made from vodka, vanilla, and passion fruit.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 4 Apr. 2026
There’s also simpler mixes, like kiwi and pineapple or passion fruit and lime.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 4 Apr. 2026
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