Melissa's Produce

06/08/2026

🔥 Week 4 of Upgrade Your Grill = KBBQ at home!

Big Korean BBQ flavor, made easy with this Korean Stir‑Fry Sauce and a crisp Choy Sum salad—recipe created by 👏

The sauce delivers that sweet‑spicy‑savory balance (thank you, gochujang), while the Choy Sum salad adds freshness and crunch. Perfect with beef, chicken, tofu, mushrooms, or whatever you’re grilling or stir‑frying.

🎉 Upgrade Your Grill Contest:
Sign up and you’ll be entered to win a tabletop Korean BBQ—perfect for KBBQ nights at home.

Comment KBBQ below and we’ll send you the recipe and sign‑up link directly.

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06/08/2026

Mango salsa season has entered the chat. 🥭🔥

Sweet mango, crisp onion, chile heat, lime, and cilantro come together for the kind of salsa that belongs on everything.

Spoon it over grilled fish, pile it onto tacos, serve it with chips, or bring it to your next BBQ and watch it disappear first.

Comment MANGO, and we’ll send you the recipe! 🥭

06/07/2026

Looking for a fresh way to level up summer meals? ☀️

This Midnight Watermelon, Burrata & Salsa Macha recipe hits sweet, creamy, and spicy in every bite.

Midnight Watermelon’s deep color and juicy flavor make it perfect for simple, no‑stress recipes—especially when paired with burrata and a bold chili oil.

💬 Comment RECIPE if you want the full how‑to.
Tell us—would you serve this for a backyard dinner or bring it to a potluck?

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06/06/2026

🍈 Shop with heart at Gelson's Markets 💚

This season, we’re proud to partner with to support .crest helping children and families in our communities thrive.

When you shop these featured produce items, Gelson’s is matching donations — making every purchase go a little further:
🥔 DYP® Potatoes
🥔 Yukon Gold Potatoes (Clamshell)
🐉 Yellow & White Dragon Fruit
🥥 EZ Open Coconuts
🛒 Look for the in‑store signage — all locations should be stocked and ready.

Simple ways to enjoy them:
• Roast DYP® Potatoes for an easy weeknight side
• Slice dragon fruit for a refreshing snack
• Crack open an EZ Open Coconut for instant hydration

💬 How are you using these items this week?

06/05/2026

Not your average watermelon…

Meet the Midnight Watermelon 🍉🌙

Midnight Watermelon has a dark exterior skin, deep ruby flesh, extra-sweet flavor, and a crisp bite—grown for peak summer eating and easy slicing.

💬 Have you tried Midnight Watermelon yet—or are you team classic red?

PSA: these are the most consistent watermelons we’ve found in the market! No “trying to pick the right one,” here.

Thanks Maggie Sajak for the taste test!!

06/05/2026

06/05/2026

Quick onion tip from Chef Mary Sue Milliken 🧅

Not all onions play the same role in the kitchen. Here’s her easy rule of thumb:

🟡 Yellow onions: Best for cooking
⚪ White onions: Great cooked or raw
🔴 Red onions: Best raw, they can get soft when cooked
🧅 Sweet onions: Best raw or pickled, since they can also get mushy with heat

Rules are made to be broken, but this one will save your dinner.

Comment ONION and we’ll send our seasonal onions!

06/04/2026

Stir‑fry night just got easier 🥬✨

Our Asian Essentials greens are now in stores at Big Y World Class Market — fresh, washed, and ready for everyday cooking. From bok choy and napa leaves to choy sum and g*i lan, these staples bring bold flavor and tradition to the table without the extra prep.
What’s your go‑to way to cook stir-fry ingredients? 👇
Why shoppers love them:

✅ Quick to cook
✅ Packed with flavor
✅ Perfect for stir‑fries, soups, and noodle bowls

Find them in the produce department at Big Y and make tonight’s meal a little more inspired.

What’s your go‑to way to cook stir fry ingredients? 👇

06/03/2026

🍓✨ Meet Strawberry Papaya ✨🍓

Small in size, big on flavor.

This mini papaya stands out for its vibrant strawberry‑colored flesh and naturally sweet, tropical taste—with subtle berry notes that make every bite feel special.

✔️ Significantly smaller than a regular papaya, making it easy to cut, serve, and enjoy
✔️ Smooth, creamy texture with a mellow sweetness
✔️ Less intimidating than full‑size papayas—perfect for first‑time papaya shoppers

🥭 Try it sliced fresh, added to fruit bowls, or blended into smoothies.

👉 Comment “PAPAYA” if you’d try this mini tropical favorite!

06/02/2026

Peak season is here 🌞

Think vibrant melons, juicy stone fruit, and fresh, flavorful veggies at their best.

✨ Comment JUNE and shop what’s in season and taste the difference.

👉 What are you picking up this week?

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