We all know that watermelon can be used in a variety of sweet and savory recipes but in this article we will explore some fun watermelon themed craft, activities and visually appealing food for kids! Watermelon Inspired Activities For Kids Watermelon Carving Every child loves Halloween. If its … [Read more...]
32 Fun Facts About Watermelon
Watermelons, hence their name, are made up of 92% water A watermelon is one of the only foods to be classified as both a fruit and a vegetable Wild watermelons are native to South Africa The novelty of a cubed watermelon began in Japan where they would grow them in glass boxed to hold their … [Read more...]
Ten Reasons Why You Should Love Watermelon
There is an endless list of reasons why you should love watermelon but we've narrowed it down to just ten for you! 1) Watermelon is One of the Most Hydrating Fruits Available Watermelon is 92% water making it very refreshing on a hot Summers day. Having such a high water content allows you to eat … [Read more...]
Lime, Mint & Watermelon Punch (Non Alcoholic)
This refreshing non alcoholic punch is a delicious mix of lime, mint and watermelon. Perfect for hot summer days by the pool. Skill Level Basic Skill Level Required Preparation Time 15 minutes plus time for chilling. Equipment/Utensils Required Refrigerator Stove top Saucepan … [Read more...]
NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION UPDATE: WHICH OF THESE RECORDS SHOULD I ATTEMPT FIRST?
Image courtesy of GuinnessWorldRecords.com Break a Guinness World Record. That’s my 2016 New Year’s resolution, and it’s definitely a lofty goal. To be specific, my objective will be to break a Guinness World Record related to watermelon. Still lofty, but way more fun than attempting a record … [Read more...]
LIGHTS, CAMERA, WATERMELON: SMOOTH MOVE, FRUIT NINJA!
This month on “Lights, Camera, Watermelon,” we’re all about making life a little easier with not one, but two different videos. I came across this life hack video which shows you how to turn a watermelon into a watermelon smoothie with just a wire coat hanger and a drill. You may recognize this … [Read more...]
RECIPE: SKINNY FISH TACOS WITH WATERMELON AND RADISH SLAW
During my 2015 New Year’s resolution of trying new and different watermelon recipes, I learned a lot about my taste buds and my culinary preferences. As a former competitive eater, it’s no secret that I love to eat, but I’m a little picky when it comes to what I actually consumer during a “normal” … [Read more...]
ON YOUR MARK, GET SET, CARVE!
We’re just over a month into the 2016 Watermelon Carving Contest and the competition is already heating up. This year, we wanted to give carvers plenty of time to create their amazing masterpieces, which is why you’re hearing about this now and not in June or July like years past. We also made … [Read more...]
SAINT PATRICK’S DAY RECIPE: SUPER GREEN DETOX SMOOTHIE
Top o’ the mornin’ to ya! That was my less-than-impressive Irish accent in honor of St. Patrick’s Day. March 17 is a day draped in green (including the beer), that honors the “Apostle of Ireland,” Saint Patrick, who is highly revered in Irish culture. On that day, you might choose to put down … [Read more...]
SECOND SLICE: AN INSIDE LOOK AT JAPAN’S LEGENDARY $200 SQUARE WATERMELON
Gifting fruit isn’t necessarily traditional in the United States, but in different parts of the world, giving fruit is customary. This entry from 2014 explains how giving fruit — especially unusually-shaped fruit — is popular in Japan and should probably become a custom here in the United … [Read more...]
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