Summer Fruit Season

One of the best things about summer is the plentiful supply of fruits and vegetables. Nothing beats that first delicious mouthful of watermelon in the heat of August. It's an ideal chance to discover the best garden-fresh produce and embrace the summer mood.

Since fresh fruits are harvested at the peak of their maturity, there is a stronger flavor and an abundant nutritious profile. With an eye to sustainability, purchasing seasonal fruits also enables you to support regional farmers and shop locally. Besides, they are more accessible, which is better for your wallet.

Be on the lookout for the freshest and tastiest fruits this summer!

Peaches are versatile summer fruit you can eat by hand or caramelized into an upside-down cake. You can never go wrong with the ripest and juiciest peach.

Raspberries are best washed before eating or cooking. And you should act fast since they can turn into mush sooner than you might think.

Cherries have been around and loved for over a hundred years. These fruits are great eaten sweet or sour. You put them in a pie or in your cocktail!

Watermelon is the iconic summer fruit recognized by many people around the world. Some might argue they taste plain, but it has a complex aromatic compound that will leave you wanting more.

Blueberries are native to North America and are found in many gardens and even in the wild. They are delicious eaten as it is or made into a sweet sauce or muffin filling.

Head to your local farmer’s market and fill your kitchen with these summer fruits. You can wash and eat them straightaway or turn them into a sweet treat.