They’re sweet, juicy and taste like a tropical vacation. They’re essential for piña coladas and go with sweet and spicy dishes alike. No wonder we hold pineapple so close to our heart—er, stomach. But ...

Pineapples don’t want to help you. They’re covered in spikes. Their leaves are kind of sharp. Their skin is thick. You could say that pineapples are...aggressively introverted. Knowing anything about ...

Have you ever cut into a pineapple and realized it’s not ripe? Once a piece of unripe fruit is cut, it’s kind of a lost cause, and there’s nothing like spending money on fresh produce only to have it ...

“When selecting a pineapple, look for fruit that appears fresh and vibrant,” says William Goldfield, director of corporate communications at Dole. “While many believe that pulling out a leaf easily ...

Unlike bananas and avocados, pineapples are one of the fruits that don’t continue to ripen after they’ve been picked. What you grab at the grocery store is what you’re stuck with. That is why it’s ...

Some fruit can be tested for ripeness easily, and in just a few seconds. A tomato? Color and feel are dead giveaways. A banana? Easy. Other fruits, not so much. Like watermelon, pineapple is a fruit ...