This miracle fruit, Synsepalum dulcificum, is native to West Africa. The berry contains a protein called miraculin, which binds with the taste buds and acts as a sweetness inducer when it comes in contact with acids. This protien makes tart lemons and hot peppers sweet tasting. The berry can also make cheap tequila taste as good as Patron! Read more about it here. To experience the fruit you may attend a “Flavor Tripping Party” hosted by Franz Aliquo in NYC. The fruit is also availabe by mail order through various specialty suppliers in New York, including Baldor Specialty Foods and S. Katzman Produce or via the web at  www.miraclefruitman.com. (A freezer pack of 30 berries costs about $90 with overnight shipping.)