In midsummer, the keen "antennas" of foodies are set up again - it's time for fruits to be on the market. A large number of seasonal fruits such as watermelons, lychees, and peaches are gradually appearing on people’s dining tables.

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In midsummer,

foodies’ keen “antennas” are set up again

—it’s time for fruits to be put on the market.

Watermelon, lychee, peach and other

a large number of seasonal fruits

have gradually appeared on the tables of citizens.


In midsummer, the keen


Let’s take a look RT-Mart and take a look

The fruit section is continuing to “heat up”

START OF SUMMER The peach army “makes its debut”


Peaches begin to mature in large numbers in June every year. Because of their sweet and tender taste, they are often called “the best in the world” fruit". At RT-Mart on Huangxing Road, , peaches occupy an entire counter, with almost every basket filled with different varieties from left to right.

The red nectarine has a tapered end and is extremely red. It tastes sweet and refreshing; the one with its own "soft light" and pink inside is Wuxi peach, which has a plush skin and is delicious when eaten. There is sufficient water; the golden, smooth and hairless butter peach is large and plump, with a crispy texture; the yellow peach sold in small quantities on the side has a rich aroma and high sugar content...


In midsummer, the keen


stands out and ranks firmly in the "C position" It should be the fresh, juicy and sweet Bai Feng peach. Produced in Anhui, it looks pink and juicy. If you peel it and sip it, your mouth will be filled with sweetness.


In terms of price, most prices fluctuate around 10 yuan per catty. The most expensive peach in Wuxi sells for 21.8 yuan per catty.


In midsummer, the keen


Come and be a "melon-eating crowd"


"You still have to eat melons in summer." In front of Ms. Lin, a citizen, is the "eating melons" counter. From Nanhui 8424 watermelons to selenium sand melons , they are all neatly displayed here. Ms. Lin patted the melons gently with her hands to evaluate the quality of the melons. "I like to listen to the sound. The crisper the sound, the better the quality, and the sweeter it tastes."

The 8424 watermelon that Ms. Lin bought carries the summer memories of countless Shanghainese people. Nanhui is surrounded by water on three sides, with large temperature differences and high air humidity, providing an excellent environment for the growth of watermelons and making it especially rich in sugar.


In midsummer, the keen


Currently at RT-Mart, 8424 watermelons range from 3.58 to 4.98 yuan per catty. There are also counters that sell them by the unit, priced at 69.9 yuan each. It has a light green background and dark green patterns. When cut open, bright red flesh will be revealed, dripping with sweet juice. It is really a beautiful thing to pick one and buy it home, sit under the air conditioner and eat it with a spoon.


In midsummer, the keen


In addition to watermelon, jade mushroom is also one of the fruits that is widely loved by the public. Starry Sky Honey Jade Mushroom Melon sells for 11.9 yuan per pound. It has light white skin with dots of green spots. It looks good and is soft, waxy and sweet. The jade mushroom melon on the other side sells for 6.98 yuan per pound.


In midsummer, the keen


It’s delicious, but don’t eat too much


Lychees, also known as “Feizixiao”, are placed in the best-selling counters. They are produced in Zhanjiang, Guangdong and sell for 9.99 yuan per pound. It's red with a hint of green, and although the skin is rough, it's tender and moist when you eat it. "My wife and children all love to eat lychees, and they can't stop eating them every time." When Mr. Hu saw the lychees, he grabbed a handful and put them in a bag. I feel uncomfortable. "


In midsummer, the keen


The beauty of lychees, Su Dongpo 's sentence "eating three hundred lychees a day" makes everyone feel the charm of this summer fruit. However, it’s delicious but you can’t eat too much. There is a lot of fructose in lychees. Eating it on an empty stomach or excessively can easily cause "lychee disease", causing dizziness, sweating, fatigue, palpitation and even more serious symptoms.


In midsummer, the keen


In the hot summer,

sit in the room and bring some fresh fruits to cool yourself down.

It is very comfortable just thinking about it.

What kind of fruit do you like best?

Why not go to the market and buy some to take home?

Source: Shanghai Yangpu

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