We’ve all heard the anonymous quote above, and I realize my watermelon edits rob it of some of its play-on-words humor, but I like the idea of a watermelon diet, so I’m sticking with it. Of course, a diet consisting solely of watermelon isn’t something I’d recommend. While it might be delicious … [Read more...]
SIX QUESTIONS WITH A WATERMELON CARVER: RYAN ALLISON
The highlight of our annual watermelon carving contest — besides the chance to see some incredible carvings — is getting to know some of the talented folks behind those carvings. Until now, I’ve only known them via the emails they send to me when they submit their entry. In this new monthly blog … [Read more...]
SECOND SLICE: HOW LONG WILL MY WATERMELON LAST?
Even though it doesn’t happen often that I have “extra” watermelon lying around in my fridge for more than a few days (it usually disappears pretty quickly), it does happen from time to time. If it happens to you, today’s “Second Slice” expertise from Chef Harry should come in handy. DAVID S. … [Read more...]
SECOND SLICE: ASK THE EXPERTS – THE YELLOW-BELLIED WATERMELON
The following was posted here on the What About Watermelon? blog back in 2009. With watermelon picking season just around the corner, I thought it would be a good time to give this lesson another look. MARCY P. OF WEST ISLIP, NY ASKS: What’s the significance of the yellow spot on the outside of the … [Read more...]
SECOND SLICE: IS WATERMELON THE BEST FOOD EVER?
The following Q&A was posted previously here on What About Watermelon, but it’s a good question. A great one, in fact. It’s also a little hard to answer, but I gave it my best shot. JACOB K. OF LITTLE ROCK, AR, ASKS: Is watermelon the best food ever? Anyone on our panel of experts … [Read more...]
THREE REASONS WHY WATERMELON SHOULD BE THE OFFICIAL FRUIT OF VALENTINE’S DAY
Watermelon has always been the unofficial fruit of summertime, and it’s clear that watermelon’s red, green, and white color pallet makes it perfect for Christmas. That’s great, but I think the folks in charge of Valentine’s Day should give serious consideration to embracing watermelon as the … [Read more...]
THANKSGIVING RECIPE: WATERMELON CHECKERS
Like last year, my plan this month is to feature a new recipe each Friday. The goal, of course, is to arm my fellow watermelon lovers with ideas for dishes to create on Thanksgiving (whether you’re a host or a guest). Today’s recipe is an appetizer, which is one of my favorite parts of the Turkey … [Read more...]
VIDEO: BABY EATING WATERMELON
First, there was the kitten playing with a watermelon. Then there was Gus the bulldog eating a watermelon. Now, the third in an ongoing series of watermelon videos that make you go “Awwww!” I give you “Baby Sitting Inside a Watermelon.” Actually, he’s not just sitting inside it, he’s eating it, too. … [Read more...]
ASK THE EXPERTS: WHAT DOES THE “J” IN J. SLICE’S NAME STAND FOR?
Recently, not one but two readers e-mailed me to ask about the story behind J. Slice and what the “J” in his name stands for. For those who don’t know, J. Slice is the skateboarding cartoon character designed to educate kids about the benefits of eating watermelon. He was created by the National … [Read more...]
COW PARADE PUTS WATERMELON ON DISPLAY
A few years ago, something called the Cow Parade made a stop in my area. For those who don’t know, the Cow Parade is a traveling public art exhibit that asks local artists to paint a hundred or more life-sized fiberglass cows, which are then displayed throughout the region, both indoors and out. The … [Read more...]
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