Rachel Haas

Similar to a cantaloupe, except lighter in flavor and with a thicker, smoother rind, honeydew is, to me, a beloved fruit, a delicious mouth-watering treat that’s just the right amount of sweet. So it was something of a surprise to discover that, for most people, honeydew is a honey “don’t.” In fact, honeydew may be the least loved of all melons.

As a 20-something food enthusiast living in America, it’s hard to avoid the ever-changing rise and fall of food trends that monopolize the food scene. Every era has one — or 20. From the fondue pots of the 1970s to the bite-sized frosted confections of the early 2000s, it’s plain to see that certain dining delights have had more than 15 minutes of fame. For the most part, I’m perfectly fine with this.