Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. There's nothing more refreshing on a blazing summer day than a perfectly ripe, juicy watermelon. Whether you're slicing it up for ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. It is officially peak watermelon season in California and people are taking the perfect summer treat on picnics, barbecues and ...

Tired of tapping watermelons only to take home a bland one? Picking a perfectly ripe, sweet watermelon doesn’t have to be a guessing game. While old tricks like sniffing or knocking rarely deliver ...

Watermelon is a sweet summer treat that has been a Southern favorite for generations. When you bite into one, what you want is juicy, sweet goodness. But if the melon isn't fully ripe, you end up with ...

Choosing a ripe watermelon can feel like a bit of a mystery. But with some helpful tips, you can pick the perfect one every time. A good watermelon should be symmetrical. This means it should have a ...

What to look, listen, and feel for before you choose your next melon. Paige Grandjean is a food editor, recipe developer, and food stylist with over seven years of experience in food media. Her work ...

Ugh, we've all been there. You're so excited to bite into that luscious, juicy, sweet watermelon. Summer at its best for sure. Then, after all the excitement and hoopla, your watermelon moment is that ...

Look for a watermelon with a uniform shape and a dull, matte finish. A creamy yellow field spot signals the watermelon ripened naturally in the sun. Avoid watermelons with stems attached, as they were ...

Look for a creamy yellow field spot to ensure the watermelon ripened on the ground. Juicy, sweet, ripe watermelons will be heavy, show webbing, and have an easy-to-scratch rind. Thump the melon for a ...

Watermelon is a fun summer treat and an exciting plant to grow in the garden. They are ready to eat just in time for the hottest days of the year, but it's disappointing to bite into one that has no ...