Wash the pomegranate
Cut off the crown
Score the skin lightly from top to bottom
Break the fruit into sections
Submerge the sections in a bowl of water
Gently...
Choose fruits that feel heavy for their size
Look for a firm, round shape
Pick pomegranates with smooth, taut skin
Select ones with deep, rich color
Avoid fruits...
Choose pomegranates that feel heavy for their size
Look for a firm, intact skin
Pick fruit with a deep, rich color
Avoid pomegranates with cracks or splits
Avoid...
Wash the pineapple under running water
Place it on a cutting board
Cut off the top crown
Cut off the bottom base
Stand the pineapple upright
Slice off the...
Choose ripe tangelos
Wash the tangelos thoroughly
Cut each tangelo in half
Remove any visible seeds
Squeeze out the juice
Strain the juice if desired
Serve chilled or over ice
Store...
Choose mangoes that feel slightly soft when gently pressed
Look for a sweet, fruity aroma near the stem
Pick mangoes with smooth, plump skin
Avoid mangoes with...
Leave the cantaloupe at room temperature
Place it in a paper bag to help trap ethylene gas
Keep it away from direct sunlight
Check for ripeness daily
Turn...
Look for a creamy yellow or pale golden rind
Avoid green or overly white honeydews
Choose one with a smooth, slightly waxy surface
Pick a melon that...
Choose fruit with bright, even skin color
Look for slightly soft skin when gently pressed
Pick fruit with fresh, green-tipped scales
Avoid fruit with many dark spots,...
Check the color: darker skin often means ripeness, but color varies by variety
Gently squeeze the avocado in your palm
Choose one that yields slightly to...
Check the color: darker skin often means riper, but color varies by variety
Gently squeeze the avocado in your palm
Choose one that yields slightly to...
Hold the avocado in your palm and gently squeeze
Look for slight softness without mushiness
Check that the skin is dark green to nearly black, depending...
Cut off the crown
Score the skin from top to bottom along the natural ridges
Gently pull the pomegranate apart into sections
Hold each section over a...