🍈👑 This melon can cost more than your dinner date. Meet the Japanese Crown Melon. Some growers remove every other fruit from the vine so the plant focuses all its energy on producing a single melon. One vine. One fruit. That's it. Why the hefty price tag? ✨ Grown in carefully controlled greenhouses ✨ Hand-monitored throughout its entire growing process ✨ Protected from sun damage to maintain a flawless appearance ✨ Graded for shape, aroma, sweetness, and that signature netted rind ✨ Even the smallest imperfection can lower its grade In Japan, Crown Melons aren't just fruit. They're luxury gifts, often given to celebrate major milestones, important business relationships, and special occasions. The result? An intensely sweet, fragrant melon with a remarkably smooth texture and a reputation as one of the world's most prized fruits. So be honest... would you spend $100+ on a melon? 👀🍈 #MelissasProduce #crownmelon #luxuryfruit #rarefruit

Oct 7, 2026 · Instagram

Day 5 of sharing fruits you've never heard of. Today's fruit: Kiwano Melon 🍈 It looks intimidating, tastes surprisingly refreshing, and hydrating! Rate this fruit from 1-10 based on looks alone 👇 #tropicalfruit #freakyfruit #melissasproduce #kiwanomelon

Oct 6, 2026 · Pinterest

Think you know sweet potatoes? Think again! 💜🍠 Murasaki sweet potatoes are purple outside, white inside, and turn beautifully golden when roasted. While the name is Japanese, these flavorful tubers were actually developed in Louisiana. Their sweet, nutty taste and dry, starchy texture make them perfect for fries, chips, roasting, baking, and more. And the best part? Baking brings out even more of their natural sweetness. Save this for your next grocery trip! ✨ Want recipes? Comment MURASAKI to find ways to use these amazing sweet potatoes! #MelissasProduce LinkDM *066* #murasaki #murasakisweetpotato #potatoes

Oct 5, 2026 · Instagram

Mulled cider or mulled wine? 🍎🍷 The debate is on, and we're fully embracing mulling season! Comment MULLED for cozy sipping inspiration! #mulledwine #mulledcider LinkDM *063* #mullingspices #falldrinks

Oct 4, 2026 · Instagram

🍈👀 Ready to get a little freaky with your fruit? Your next produce adventure is waiting at @jonsmarketplace! Stop by and discover Melissa's Freaky Fruit®, featuring unique flavors, wild textures, and fruits you may have never tried before. Whether you're looking to surprise your taste buds, elevate your snack game, or introduce your family to something new, Freaky Fruit is all about exploring the unexpected. ✨ Want to learn how to win the Ultimate Freaky Fruit Experience Kit? Comment FREAKY below and we'll share the details! #freakyfruit #halloween #tropicalfruit LinkDM *061* #melissasproduce

Oct 3, 2026 · Instagram

🎃 Happy October! It's time to get FREAKY! 👻 We've teamed up with @staterbros to give FOUR lucky winners a Freaky Fruit® Experience Kit plus a $50 Stater Bros. gift card to help you celebrate spooky season in deliciously strange style. To Enter: ✅ Follow @melissasproduce and @staterbros ✅ Like, share + repost this post ✅ Comment the freakiest fruit you've ever tried (or the one you're brave enough to try!) That's it! 🍈🦇 Good luck! Winners will be announced on 10/12/26. No purchase necessary. Entries close 10/9/26 at 11:59 PM EST. Open to U.S. residents 18+. Winners will be selected at random and notified via DM from @melissasproduce only.

Oct 2, 2026 · Instagram

Happy International Coffee Day! ☕ Whether you take it bold, smooth, hot, or iced, there’s nothing like the perfect cup to kickstart the day. Celebrate with Melissa’s specialty coffee, sweet treats, and snackable favorites for the ultimate coffee break. What’s your go-to brew? ☕🤎 #InternationalCoffeeDay #CoffeeLovers #MelissasProduce #CoffeeBreak #SpecialtyCoffee

Oct 1, 2026 · Instagram

Fall flavors are officially on the menu 🧡 If you're looking for a new baking recipe this season, start with this Cinnamon Persimmon Bread. It's sweet, warmly spiced, packed with ripe Hachiya persimmons, and topped with luscious cream cheese frosting. The hardest part? Waiting for it to cool before slicing. 😋 🍂 Are persimmons part of your fall baking tradition? Comment CINNAMON and we'll share the full recipe! #persimmons #baking LinkDM *062* #melissasproduce #fallbaking

Sep 30, 2026 · Instagram

🌴 Fruit you've never heard of, but definitely should. Meet Cherimoya: the tropical fruit with a creamy, custard-like texture and a flavor blend that's been compared to banana, pineapple, mango, strawberry, pear, and vanilla. One bite and you'll understand why fruit lovers are obsessed. Ready for a taste of the unexpected? 🍈 Discover Cherimoya and explore more unique fruits from Melissa's! #MelissasProduce

Sep 29, 2026 · Tiktok

October is right around the corner which means...Freaky Fruit® and @vallarta.supermarkets is ready!! What's the freakiest fruit you've tried? 👻 #halloween #freakyfruit #melissasproduce

Sep 28, 2026 · Instagram

🏈 Game day snacks just got an upgrade. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, these Buffalo DYPs® bring all the bold buffalo flavor you love with a potato twist. Melissa's Dutch Yellow® Potatoes are boiled, and fried until golden, then tossed in a buttery buffalo sauce for the ultimate football season bite. Whether you're hosting the whole crew or watching from the couch, this is the kind of recipe that disappears before halftime. 📌 Save this recipe for your next game day spread!

Sep 27, 2026 · Instagram