Episode 14 - Cactus Pear Fruit
On this episode I take a look at the cactus pear or prickly pear fruit. It has many names but its own unique flavor. This episode will introduce you to the cactus pear and show you the best way to peel and eat it.
How To Choose and Prepare a Kiwano Melon (Horned Melon)
Learn what a Kiwano melon is and how to use it. Use this unique tropical fruit simply as a conversation piece or get creative and hollow it out for use with your favorite deserts.
How To Choose and Cut a Cantaloupe
Learn how to choose that perfectly ripe cantaloupe from your local market. I also show you a fast and effective way to cut open your cantaloupe while getting the highest yield of fruit possible.
Episode 1 - Produce Picker Podcast - a Tip For Choosing Apples
You'll want to use this little trick that we use in the trade when picking out apples. Try the apple wrinkle test today!
Episode 2 - Prodce Picker Podcast - a Tip For Choosing Citrus (lemons, Limes...)
Watch as I compare equal sized lemons by placing them on a scale. The weight of each lemon varies dramatically and is a good example why it is important to be choosy when picking out citrus. Apply this technique to all citrus purchases (grapefruit, oranges, limes...).
Episode 3 - Produce Picker Podcast - How To Choose an Avocado
Learn how to pick out that perfectly ripe avocado! These little guys can be expensive. You don't want to get home with an old one or not be able to use it in time for that party. Watch the tricks to getting the best avocado in the market.
Episode 5 - Produce Picker Podcast - How To Open a Coconut
Getting into the inside of a coconut can be tough but this episode will show you an easy and quick way to crack open a coconut. Leave the tools in the garage. Forget about trying to cut the shell. All you need is a sturdy kitchen knife and a flick of the wrist.
How To Cut a Mango - Ep. 6 - Produce Picker Podcast
In this episode I'll show you how to cut open yet another tropical treat, the mango. Get cubed sized pieces that you can eat out of hand, include in a salsa or add to your favorite recipe.
How To Cut Open a Pomegranate
In this episode of the Produce Picker Podcast I'll teach you how to cut open a pomegranate and avoid the mess that is usually associated with getting the seeds out of a pomegranate.