Cherries
The short California cherry season begins in mid-April and typically lasts into early June. Cherries are known to be the last trees to bloom and the first to harvest each year.
Buy It
When picking cherries in the store, look for shiny skins and stems still attached. Each cherry should feel firm and not mushy. Avoid any with brown spots.
Add It
While cherries may be best enjoyed just fresh and raw, if you pit your cherries you’re left with a sweet ingredient for some amazing dishes!
One way to use cherries is to make a cherry compote to spoon over ice cream. You can also use make a classic dessert like cherry pie or cherry clafoutis, a French baked custard and cherry combination.
Prep It
Cherries are highly perishable so refrigerate and eat or cook with them soon after buying
