It can be a daunting task to select avocados at the store that aren't so ripe that they won't last more than a few days once ...

If you need a ripe avocado immediately, go for one with dark skin but some firmness. So you've picked out the perfect avocado. Great! That's step one done. But the challenges don't end there.

Provide your indoor avocado tree with plenty of container space for the roots to grow in and spread out. Repot your plant ...

"Check the avocado all over to make sure there aren’t any bruised spots or places where the avocado is softer than others," says Laenen. Her recommendation is to always choose avocados that aren't ...

Leave them out on the counter at room temperature ... you can cut down the ripening process by up to four days. Picking the perfect avocado isn't easy, and you've probably come home from the ...

Audrey Morgan is an associate food editor at Food & Wine with over seven years of experience covering food and drinks. She has held staff positions at Liquor.com and Food Network Magazine, and her ...

Although some avocados naturally have a dark skin, you should be wary if it has black spots or wrinkles. This is an indication that the fruit is likely overripe and has begun to spoil. Choose avocados ...

No two salads are alike, and if you're using different greens, you should dress your salad accordingly. Here's how to complement each type of lettuce.