I live in Alabama, which means summers are hot and steamy — and absolutely no other food combats the heat and humidity the way that watermelon does. It’s juicy, crisp, sweet, and supremely hydrating.

Sliced watermelon in various shapes on cutting board - Emily M Alexander / Food Republic So you've selected what you hope will be the perfect, deliciously sweet watermelon from the store and took it ...

So you've selected what you hope will be the perfect, deliciously sweet watermelon from the store and took it home, but how in the world are you going to slice it? Should you go for the tried-and-true ...

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Hooray, it's watermelon season. How were you taught to pick the best one? My mother is a thumper. Are you? To find a ripe one, she places her ear close to the rind, flicks it with her middle finger, ...

Host Sheri Castle demonstrates the easiest, most approachable way to cut up a watermelon. Host Sheri Castle demonstrates the easiest, most approachable way to cut up a watermelon. The Key Ingredient ...