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Watermelon Vibes

Sheri visits an heirloom watermelon patch in Virginia with food historian Debra Freeman and journalist Joshua Fitzwater. She shares her recipe for a watermelon salad and a fascinating way to make watermelon rind pickles and slaw. Rock star chef Cheetie Kumar mixes up a refreshing watermelon and cucumber cooler cocktail, and Sheri demonstrates the most approachable way to cut up a watermelon.

Watermelon Vibes

26m 46s

Sheri visits an heirloom watermelon patch in Virginia with food historian Debra Freeman and journalist Joshua Fitzwater. She shares her recipe for a watermelon salad and a fascinating way to make watermelon rind pickles and slaw. Rock star chef Cheetie Kumar mixes up a refreshing watermelon and cucumber cooler cocktail, and Sheri demonstrates the most approachable way to cut up a watermelon.

Previews + Extras

  • Preview | Watermelon Vibes: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Preview | Watermelon Vibes

    S3 E308 - 30s

    Sheri visits an heirloom watermelon patch in Virginia with food historian Debra Freeman and journalist Joshua Fitzwater. She shares her recipe for a watermelon salad and a fascinating way to make watermelon rind pickle slaw. Rock star chef Cheetie Kumar mixes up a refreshing watermelon and cucumber cooler cocktail, and Sheri demonstrates the most approachable way to cut up a watermelon.

  • Watermelon Rind and Refrigerator Pickle Slaw | Kitchen Recipe: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Watermelon Rind and Refrigerator Pickle Slaw | Kitchen Recipe

    S3 E308 - 7m 39s

    Sheri Castle shares her recipe for a watermelon rind and refrigerator pickle slaw, a clever and refreshing twist on a classic recipe. Perfect as a vibrant side or topping, this slaw packs a punch with its tangy, unique flavor that is sure to brighten any dish.

  • Watermelon Salad with Margarita Dressing | Kitchen Recipe: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Watermelon Salad with Margarita Dressing | Kitchen Recipe

    S3 E308 - 3m 36s

    Sheri Castle’s watermelon salad with margarita dressing is as vibrant as it is refreshing. This colorful salad is perfect for summer gatherings, offering a delightful mix of sweet, tangy and savory notes in every bite.

  • Watermelon Cocktail | Cook Along with Cheetie Kumar: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Watermelon Cocktail | Cook Along with Cheetie Kumar

    S3 E308 - 6m 3s

    Sheri joins Raleigh’s rockstar chef Cheetie Kumar as she mixes up a delightfully refreshing watermelon cocktail. Perfect for savoring on a hot summer day, this vibrant drink is sure to become a seasonal favorite.

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