It's not like you can take a peek inside a cantaloupe before you buy it, so here's what to look for so you know if the fruit ...

If there is still a stem on a cantaloupe, it won't be ripe enough for you to eat. If you pick up a not-quite-ready cantaloupe, let it ripen on the counter at room temperature for up to two days.

Swipe right to find out how you can pick the perfect ripe one every time. A ripe muskmelon will naturally detach from its stem, while one that has been cut off too soon will still have some of it ...