Fuyus aren't as flavorful, but they're more idiot-proof in that you can eat them while they're still firm and not get your mouth in a pucker. Pineapples are juicy, mildly acidic, and very versatile. They can be squeezed for juice, sliced on cakes, skewered and grilled, or eaten raw without adornment. A new variety, the golden pineapple , is sweeter, juicier, and richer in vitamin C than ordinary pineapples. A white pineapple also has been developed.
Canned pineapple is an acceptable substitute for fresh in many recipes.
Cut through the pomegranate's leathery skin, and you'll find hundreds of pretty kernels, each with a tiny seed surrounded by ruby red pulp. You can eat the kernels, seeds and all, and they're great as garnishes or sprinkled in salads. You can also press the kernels for juice and strain out the seeds. They arrive in markets in the late summer and early fall. They're also easy to use, since they don't need to be peeled or seeded, and they're slow to discolor.