I live in Alabama, which means summers are hot and steamy — and absolutely no other food combats the heat and humidity the way that watermelon does. It’s juicy, crisp, sweet, and supremely hydrating.

Hooray, it's watermelon season. How were you taught to pick the best one? My mother is a thumper. Are you? To find a ripe one, she places her ear close to the rind, flicks it with her middle finger, ...

If there's one fruit that is synonymous with the perfect summer day, it has to be watermelon. Whether it's served in cubes or triangles, it's one of the most refreshing fruits, earning its spot at any ...