
How to Store your Fruit
Its finally summer and you might find yourself buying for fruits. Let us help you with how to pick the best fruit out and how to clean and store them.
Strawberries
What to look for
Look for bright red berries ( Strawberries do not continue to ripen after picked, so what you see is what you will get
Look for fresh green leaves
Look for plump berries
Look for no sign of mold
And don't forget to look at the berries at the bottom of the container as well
How to store
When you get home, open up the container and throw away any bad looking strawberries
Do not wash before you storing
You can use the same container or place them in a clean bowl that allows it to get air and put into refrigerator
Not letting it get wet until ready to eat is key
How to Prepare
Wash before eating and enjoy!
Grapes
What to look for
When picking out grapes, color is a great indicator of what to expect
Look for full rich colors- Green or Red
The stems should be firm and not flimsy and tightly attached to the grapes
Avoid grapes that are shriveled, wet, or moldy
If you see a powdery- white coating on your grapes that is okay, and is called bloom and is a good sign. Bloom is a naturally occurring substance that protects grapes from moisture loss and decay.
How to store
Do not wash grapes until you are ready to eat.
Store in the refrigerator in the same bag it came in or another bag that can breath.
Keep dry while storing
How to prepare
Wash grapes in a colander under cold water and enjoy!
