It’s time for another seasonal update of “Best of the Season Fruits” with our resident produce expert, Robert Schueller (also known as The Prince of Produce) of Melissa’s.

First we’re talking about Tree Ripen Mangoes. “The varieties of mangos available include Hadens, Kents, Manzanillos, Tommy Atkins, or Keitts. Tree-ripened mangos are seasonal and far superior when it comes to other varieties of mangos. This fruit gets special treatment by staying on the tree longer than most which results in an unmatched richness with a perfectly sweet finish.”

Also we move on to commentary on the tail end of the seasonal Harry’s Berries Strawberries, Cherries and Melissa’s Pickling Cucumber Kit.

Just introduced from Melissa’s is a decadent line of premium, imported Italian gourmet dessert sauces in partnership with Fabbri.

“Why settle for one when you can have the ultimate collection of Melissa’s Gourmet Dessert Sauces? Co-branded with the iconic Fabbri of Italy, this set is a masterclass in dessert refinement, bringing over a century of Italian craftsmanship to your kitchen. With all five luxurious flavors—Chocolate, Caramel, Pistachio, Strawberry, and Wild Cherry — this is the ultimate go-to for creating café-worthy indulgence at home, no passport required. Drizzle chocolate over ice cream, swirl caramel into milkshakes, or top pancakes and waffles for a breakfast upgrade like no other.”

Melissa’s has a new line of Melissa’s Organic Snax™ trail mixes. “These are your new go-to snack for busy days, snacky nights, and everything in between. Melissa’s Organic Snax™ Performance Trail Mix Blend (just one example) is a bold, flavorful medley made to keep up with your day. Each bite brings together roasted almonds, crunchy pumpkin seeds, buttery cashews, sweet raisins and cranberries, and superfood standouts like goji berries and blueberries. To top it all off? Rich dark chocolate chunks for just the right hint of indulgence.”

Melissa’s shares Chef Tom Fraker’s recipe for Melissa’s Endive Boats.