Robbie Sigona’s Produce Tips: Strawberries

• Berries should be bright and shiny, not dull and flat looking.
• The calyx (or stem) should be green and appear fresh. Older ones turn a brownish-yellow and dry up.
• Strawberries should have a full red color. A little green shoulder (under the calyx) is ok, but look for berries with as little green as possible.

For the best eating experience…

• Strawberries hold best in the fridge
• Just-picked strawberries taste best at room temperature, so leave them on the counter a bit to come to room temperature before taking a bite.
• Don’t wash strawberries until you’re ready to eat them.

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Robbie Sigona is our produce buyer. He works with local farmers and scours the market for the very best in fresh fruits and vegetables — some you won’t find anywhere else.