The best part of the produce department in February is the abundance of sunshiney citrus from California, Florida, and Texas. Whether you prefer tart or sweet fruit, and whether you like to peel and eat or squeeze a big glass of juice, there are many great varieties to choose from. Here is a quick guide to seasonal favorites available in the produce department for the next two months. The best grapefruit of the year comes from Florida and Texas during the winter and spring. Grapefruit lovers have varied tastes and so we try to carry a good selection of what's available.
White varieties tend to be less acidic than the pinks and reds.
Try peeling, sectioning, and eating the fruit out of the membrane. Not only is this an easy and clean way to eat these large fruits out of hand or prepare for salad, but you reduce the bitterness by avoiding eating or slicing through the bitter membranes. These are a cross between a large sweet pomelo and a juicy tangerine. They are identifiable by the distinctive bump or nipple at the blossom end. Minneolas from California are deep orange and glossy, and have a full, tangy flavor that jumps up and says hello.