by Chef Michael Smith
We’ve all experienced the difference between a disappointingly crunchy, bland melon and a luscious, flavourful one. They seem a world apart but there is no magic involved, only time. How sweet and juicy fruit is depends on the all important ripening factor. When it comes to ripening, fruit can be divided into three broad categories.
![]() • Bananas • Pineapples • Pears • Tomatoes (yes, they are technically a fruit!) |
![]() here is that as the fruit gets softer, it reveals its natural, already established sweetness.This category includes fruits such as: • Melons • Plums • Peach • Many tropical fruits |
![]() • Berries • Grapes • Citrus fruits (oranges, lemons, limes, grapefruit, etc.) |
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