Nate is an East Bay community papers editor for the East Bay Times and Bay Area News Group.
Look for honeydew and watermelons, such as these from Stanislaus County’s Resendiz farm, along with several other melon varieties in September at your East Bay farmers’ markets.It’s the time of year to sink your teeth into an ice-cold slice of watermelon on a sweltering late-summer day.
Of course, there’s also the classics — cantaloupe, honeydew and watermelon. The farmers’ market has different varieties of these too! Look for the yellow-fleshed watermelon or the orange-fleshed honeydew. Once ripened or cut, keep melons in the fridge and use them within about two days. Wrap them in plastic to shield other produce from the ethylene gas they emit, and be mindful that a ripe melon’s aroma can permeate other foods.
The best way to discover new melon varieties is to visit your local farmers’ market and ask the vendors about their selections. They can provide valuable insights into flavor and ripeness and offer suggestions on how to enjoy these delightful summer fruits.
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