Category: Produce with Pamela

Watch here for the replay of the Celebration of Life for Frieda Caplan, founder of Frieda's Specialty Produce, who died January 18 at age 96.

You never know what you're going to get out of a new variety. The MandaRosa is certainly pretty. But how does it taste?

BERLIN—I often hear the rumor that Trader Joe’s and Aldi are the same company, and it’s a complicated thing to explain.

BERLIN—At first glance, this store didn't look like much. It's connected to the subway, on the ground floor with, honestly, a grungy-looking exterior. But the inside? The produce department? It was fantastic.

The Avocado Leggings have become trade show signature, so much so that I feel like I have to wear them at least once or I disappoint people.

BERLIN—For those of us accustomed to U.S. trade shows, Fruit Logistica can be an overwhelming experience, but there are some clear trends. Here are a few things that caught my eye on day 1.

Who would have thought the one closest to a subway stop was also across the hall from a lovely fruit stand?

I stopped by four very different formats of Carrefour, one of the largest supermarket chains in the world.

PARIS—Never mind my terrible French, this gourmet food hall is legit. Premium barely begins to describe the quality of everything here. I'd describe the merchandising as "Whimsical Farmers Market."