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HOW TO GRILL PINEAPPLE 1. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high. 2. Brush pineapple wedges lightly with olive oil and place on hot grill. 3. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes per side until nicely charred and lightly colored, and you can easily insert a paring knife into the center of a piece. 4. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. HOW TO ROAST ASPARAGUS 1. Preheat oven to 425°F. 2. Remove the woody ends of the asparagus spears; discard woody ends. Brush asparagus with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. 3. Spread asparagus on a baking

sheet in one layer and roast until lightly browned and just tender, about 10 to 12 minutes.

4. Serve with a squeeze of lemon juice.

ARROW-CIRCLE-RIGHT The season’s first cherries are the delectable California cherries, and they mark the start of the short cherry season that runs from mid-April through early June. In contrast, the Northwest cherry season lasts from the first week of June all the way through to the end of August. For the ultimate cherry indulgence, be sure to try the deep, mahogany-red Bing cherries, which are firm and juicy, or the large Rainier cherries that have a striking yellow hue with a red blush. For those who prefer a milder sweetness, the heart-shaped Sweetheart cherries are a perfect choice. These firm cherries will leave you wanting more with their irresistibly mild and sweet flavor. ARROW-CIRCLE-RIGHT Beneath the tropical sun, bananas, pineapples, mangoes, papayas, guavas, lychee, dragon fruit and jackfruit flourish in regions that boast temperate climates, heavy rainfall and sandy soil. Honduras stands out as a particularly bountiful region, with its abundance of bananas, mangoes, pineapples and plantains. Here, under the tropical skies, these fruits grow in all their juicy splendor. ARROW-CIRCLE-RIGHT Michoacán, Mexico is a veritable powerhouse when it comes to avocado production, harvest and exportation to the United States. Not only is Michoacán the central hub of this thriving industry, but it is also the only place on Earth where avocados can bloom throughout the year, without any interruption. Indeed, at the heart of Mexico’s booming avocado industry, Michoacán reigns supreme.

Photos by Romney Caruso

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