74th and broadway on the upper west side..it was almost a daily routine going there..

what is your brooklyn choice of stores?

Trying a new melon now.

PERSIAN MELON or IRANIAN YELLOW MELON

A cultivar of the musk melon family, Persian melons are elongated and smooth with yellow banded skin and orange flesh. They taste similar to cantaloupe, but their large size makes them milder in flavor.

Never had it before, yet there was nothing surprising about the taste. Certainly not as good as a Galia, more like a mild Cantaloupe, like described above.

Will refrigerate (with thin plastic on top) the other half until tomorrow.

To me the phrase "mild cantaloupe" reads as "disappointing cantaloupe".

Also, bought a watermelon and a cantaloupe today at the supermarket. Also got some strawberries. Going to cut it all up later so I have a weeks worth of fruit salad in the fridge.

I actually think Cantaloupe is the only melon that can be a little nauseating (just a tiny bit). This didn’t have any of that. But no, it wasn’t my new favorite.

Think it will be better tomorrow, after a day in the fridge.

Nice.

milder than cantaloupe lol

Cantaloupes have a very strong flavor. I think it's my least favorite melon. Well, this was no better when I tried it yesterday. Quite similar, a bit milder like I explained. Won't rush out to my local Iranian store to buy it again.

Going to try it from the fridge for breakfast.

Update: Much better now, sweet, cold and juicy. It is better than the regular Cantaloupe I buy from the supermarkets, but still similar in taste. Very different from Piel De Sapo and Galia, but not far from a regular Cantaloupe in taste. It got mild hints of clementine and cucumber. This is better than I thought it would be. Strange how a day in the fridge can elevate a melon.

Found this online:

Description/Taste
Persian melons can vary in appearance, but most closely resemble what we know as the standard cantaloupe. Somewhat larger but with the same heavily-netted exterior, they turn a golden beige color when fully ripe and give off an intoxicating sweet floral smell. The melon's coral-colored flesh extremely juicy with a buttery yet firm texture. A perfectly ripe Persian melon will feel heavy for its size, an indication of its rich water-content and concentrated sugar levels.

Seasons/Availability
Persian melons are available in the summer.

Current Facts
Persian melon is sometimes used as an umbrella term used to describe a range of melon cultivars that are native to present day Iran, once known as Persia. Botanically classified as Cucumis melo, they are of the reticulatus subspecies and most notably recognized for their netted exterior and richly scented aromatics.

Nutritional Value
Persian Melons are an excellent source of beta-carotene, folic acid, potassium, vitamin C and dietary fiber.

Applications
Use Persian melons similarly to cantaloupe or other muskmelon varieties. They may be used in sweet or savory applications and are generally consumed raw, but may be grilled or seared in a hot pan to caramelize their natural sugars. A traditional Iranian beverage combines the pureed flesh of Persian melon with sugar, water and mint for a chilled summertime drink. Their sweet flavor pairs well with citrus, mint, ginger, avocado, arugula, berries, robust cheeses and cured meats. To store, keep whole melons at room temperature. Cut melon will keep wrapped in plastic for up to three days.

Geography/History
The Persian melon is most likely the father species of perhaps hundreds of different melon cultivars. It was originally found growing wild in Persia, the area now known as Iran. Its unmistakable cantaloupe appearance speaks to the fact that it has seen countless new waves of evolution since its original plant was cultivated from the wild. Persian melon seeds first made their way to England in 1824 via the English Ambassador in Persia. The seeds were planted in the gardens of the English Horticultural Society. Later, Persian melon would from there make their way to the United States.

Cold brings acid forward on the pallet

Honestly didn't know that. Thank you.

Just bought a Turkish Kırkağaç melon.





Kirkagac Melons are a Turkish variety. The shape of the fruit can be oval, round or long. The average weight of the melon is 2-4 kg. The melon bark is thick, wrinkled and yellow in color with green spots. The pulp is tender, juicy and sweet, white in color and tastes like a watermelon. The Kirkagac Melons are less aromatic compared to other varieties.

I’d like to try that

It doesn't hold back when faced with autority, and is unpredictable in its actions

Jorge, did you mean to say "authority"? Cause I googled "autority" and it doesn't seem to actually be a word. ... ?

Will be interesting. Last new one for now, already got a galia, a cantaloupe and a water melon, and leaving for a week this coming weekend.

I meant what I said

www.Google.com is hit and miss. Sorry I questioned your grammatic abilities.