Once I’ve cut the watermelon into pieces, I like to divide my bounty into two. 1. Half I keep in the refrigerator for straight up snacking. Cool, fresh watermelon never ever fails to hit the spot. 2. The other half … See more

One of the keys to delicious watermelon is picking the right one. Here are a few tips for how to select the perfect watermelon: 1. Look for a watermelon that is matte, not shiny, as shiny watermelons are … See more

These tips will help you select a watermelon that is perfectly ripe and juicy. 1. A ripe watermelon should make a hollow sound when you tap or knock on its rind. 2. The rind should not scratch easily or give way under light pressure. 3. The bottom of the watermelon has what is called a “field spot.” When a watermelon is ripe, this spot … See more

This is the absolute best way to cut a watermelon into pieces. You can also use it to make watermelon cubes of any size, as well as to cut watermelon sticks. 1. Rinse and dry the whole watermelon. 1. Slice it in half crosswise (you’ll end up with two circular, versus oblong pieces). 1. Cut off the stem end. 2. Place the watermelon cut side down … See more