Thanks everyone for all the tips! I'm going to put them to the test :-D --- hopefully on my way home this afternoon with a stop by the farmer's market. I'm embarrassed to admit that I grew up with a father in the produce business. BUT, on the other hand, that is my excuse because he always just brought home the best! For some reason, I don't remember ever asking him the secret. Now, DH thinks I should be able to go pick out the best, and I want to prove him right! lol