Food
Mango season is here and there are various varieties of mangoes available in the markets. If you struggle to identify sweet and ripe mangoes, then keep on reading.
If the mango feels firm, it is unripe and not sweet. Always choose a mango that feels softer, as this indicates ripeness and sweetness.
Smell the stem of the mango, if it smells sweet, the mango is likely to be sweet. If there is no sweet smell, it may have been treated with chemicals.
If you see some ridges on the mango, then avoid buying those. They may lack sweetness.
Avoid buying mangoes that have a lot of black spots on them. They may lack sweetness and may also be spoiled from inside.
The shopkeepers may try to sell old and shrivelled mangoes to you, it is best to avoid buying them.