I’ve got a watermelon that’s a bit stinky - is it okay to eat?

No way - a sour smell means it’s begun to go off - chuck it ASAP

My watermelon tastes all fizzy - has it gone off?

Yeah - a fizzy or bubbly texture means it’s gone past its use-by date, so don’t bother eating it.

Store it in a sealed container or wrap it up tight with some plastic wrap

Nah - cracks let bacteria in and make it all go off a lot faster.

Not really – you can’t get the texture back, but you could use it in a smoothie or a cold drink.

Marisa M. Hsu October 18, 2025October 19, 2025Leave a Comment8 min read

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