How To Safely Wash & Store ALL Fruits & Veggies...And What To Buy Organic!

[@jcszot]

I thought of another hack I’d like to share. A bit off topic, but this one is awesome! I saw it on another channel. I love to use coconut milk in my homemade salad dressing and shakes, but once you open up that can it doesn’t have a long shelf life. Pour the remainder of the can in an ice cube tray and make coconut milk ice cubes. Thaw them from the tray as needed for recipes or shakes. Take one or two cubes .....as many as you would like. They last for weeks in the freezer !

[@daphnemiller5910]

Can we do the same thing with almond milk? I would guess so, but I'd like to be certain.

[@jcszot]

Daphne Miller yes....my sister freezes hers!

[@daphnemiller5910]

@@jcszot Thanks!

[@20isaBeast]

That's a great tip! I bet coconut milk would be good in smoothies as well. Thanks JC😊

[@stephaniesell5858]

I never thought about doing that before - thanks!

[@derrickharris4341]

3:15 grapes 7:11 berries 12:28 apples 14:45 broccoli

[@hanniblesmother]

????????

[@cindyodonnell5132]

Rose is going to grow up with such a great food appreciation...every kid should be fed so well in our world...she’s such a cutie pie

[@faithlabeaud6782]

Rose is never a distraction. We love to see and hear her. Such a sweet baby.

[@BobbyParrish]

too sweet!

[@keshaholloman3675]

Faith LaBeaud absolutely

[@waynemanoffaith34]

Thats not true, she is a major distraction but God bless her anyway. ♥️♥️♥️

[@waynemanoffaith34]

@@BobbyParrish Rose is very sweet, but can be a distraction at certain times because I'm trying to learn and listen too.♥️♥️♥️

[@lockergr]

I found her sweet, precious self distracting, as all lovely kiddos tend to be.

[@debbz575]

Rose is so adorable, i enjoyed seeing her eat, your such a great father to her.

[@20isaBeast]

I agree😊

[@llgaines7892]

Cooks Illustrated magazine suggested mixing one part vinegar with three parts water in a spray bottle and spraying your fruits and vegetables, then rinse. My cauliflower doesn’t get black spots and lasts much longer. I bought a quart spray bottle with measurements on the side. I add one cup vinegar and fill it with water. It lives under my sink so it is handy.

[@BobbyParrish]

smart move!!!

[@Mspuddin67]

Thank you for the tip!

[@missk4934]

Great tips! Another tip for the pre packaged greens - before adding a paper towel and storing the container upside down, use a different paper towel to wipe away the moisture inside of the container. You’ll also want to replace the paper towel and wipe the inside every couple of days.

[@lissetteC1988]

Rose never bothers. Love to hear the sounds she makes when she eats, my 4y daughter loves to watch her 🙃

[@randomnielle]

Rose is the cutest distraction, I do not mind at all! I love that you left her in the video, real life moments! After this video I will not be so scared to buy fresh produce, thank you. 😊

[@flojo6879]

Bobby...sweet corn is not sprayed with glyphosate. The corn is picked fresh when the plant is mature. Seed or Feed corn IS sprayed with glyphosate to dry the plant faster for harvest. Sweet corn and Feed corn are 2 different plants for different purposes

[@BobbyParrish]

while most corn that is sprayed is dent corn...we cant be sure sweet corn is not..its tough!

[@arifasultani1]

Bobby, my 3 & 5 year old and myself are your biggest fans :) they know so much about grass fed, pasture raised, coconut sugar and coconut oil all Bc of YOU! You rock! Thank you for your channel :)

[@BobbyParrish]

wow..i love that! tell them I said hello!

[@judytisdale4685]

Rose is never a distraction. She’s a joy to watch interact with you. She’s very sweet.

[@TechWiz1983]

Had to pause your video just to tell you how much I enjoyed Rose humming. She literally brought tears of joy to my eyes! One of my deepest desires is to become a father one day, you are truly blessed! Thank you for all the tips and great content! P.S. Rose is awesome ❣️

[@marymac24]

Tip for buying asparagus buy with as little white at the bottom. The white at the bottom means they are going into the root to harvest more but the white is too hard to eat. Also when you are preparing them grab from both ends they will naturally break off at the right spot so you have not hard roots or waste. These tips are from the old farmers here. I live near the largest producer of natural growers of asparagus. Not California either. Hadley Massachusetts. If you get a chance to buy some during growing season here they are worth the price. Middle of April to end of June is the growing time here. Didn't know if you knew this info.

[@lukeash3029]

Wow great tip about preserving strawberries shelf life just by washing them in water and vinegar 👍🏽👍🏻 Now we won’t have to rush eating all our strawberries in fear of them getting bad

[@jacquelinepetersen9061]

Love when little Rose is in the video. She loves listening to Daddy and eating. She is so sweet. Thanks for the suggestions on storing fruit and vegetables !!

[@dkdc451]

Kale -- I wash and dry then store in a kitchen towel inside a sealed bag -- stay fresh for long time

[@iCanbEYOURrUKIA]

The mushrooms tip is excellent! Love my mushrooms but they go bad so quickly! I usually try to take off the plastic and cover with a paper towel in the fridge, but I'll just poke holes now! Same with the asparagus! I actually store my fresh cilantro and parsley this way, very little water in a cup and a plastic bag over the top to recreate the misty section of the grocery store refrigerator

[@sosoutherncustomequestrian4598]

OMG the grape tip is insane thank you for sharing that! BTW, your daughter is just ADORABLE!

[@leekuerbis3505]

Once again Flavcity has educated me!!! Can't believe how long I have been doing it all wrong. THANK YOU FLAVCITY!!! Healthy eating and Saving Money = No waste 😌 👌 💪 🙌 😎 🤗

[@aida087]

Thank you Bobby!! I do the same paper towel trick with kale, powergreens, strawberries and blueberries!! It definitely helps the produce last longer, I change the towel every few days!!🤗

[@moniquewilliams2137]

I use the paper towel when storing lettuce. It is an awesome save! I keep my avocados in the fridge so it slows down from ripening too quickly.

[@aida087]

Yes, I do the same.

[@coppersulphate002]

It was such a pleasure to see her eat her fruits and see you feed her. She really made the video more interesting to watch honestly. You are so blessed to have a toddler who loves fruits. Most don't

[@raejeanjordan5526]

Love Rose! She adds a sweetness to your great informative videos. Besides she is a beautiful child and you are blessed.

[@PJ-qr6xu]

Your daughter Rose is so cute. I used to do the same thing when I was her age. My mom said I would always hum while eating... I ended up being a singer. So let her hum and eat the good food.

[@elizabethharrell8707]

Rose humming with her food is precious, love it, not distracting at all...I have my sound at 70 cuz all your videos are so low (sound wise) keep Rose in your videos..white noise..love her

[@michelleb6363]

Omg! Her humming while she eats is adorable! It’s rare I think. My daughter used to hum the same way and the only other person in my fam who hummed was my dad when he was a baby(so I’ve been told). I’ve never heard anyone else hum like that while eating! It so so adorable 🥰 Btw I live in the Chicago land area too👏😀✌️ Thanks so much for doing this video, So helpful. Not distracting at all.🤗

[@stuff3829]

Another way to store clam lettuce is to put them in a perforated plastic bag and store in refrigerator. Even if there's a shell around fruit you should still buy organic because pesticides get in the soil which makes it to the fruit

[@LeighAnneLinehan]

Produce life hack grand central station!! 🚉 I have been living this long and haven’t had a friend or authority tell me these life hacks until Bobby Parrish tackled the subject. I’m so grateful for what you’ve taught us here. I’ll likely have to watch 10 more times within the month to remember all the care instructions, but that just makes my month one of great learning. 🤯 Mind blown especially with the baking soda and salt tip on grapes and the vinegar bath on berries.

[@jllmullen]

I have a hack for curly kale (to eat it raw). Tear it into bite sized pieces and put a little olive or avocado oil over it then take your fingers and message it really well, tossing as you go The secret is to take a bit of time to massage it, you can tell when it is right, it looks and feels different, umm softer. It makes it really great and I even make a salad using it as the only green! I love it.

[@daniellewelch8913]

“I hate to waste money, Rose!” She’s learning early ❤😂😂😂

[@likenangel5]

We love Rose humming enjoying her food or babbling in the back is adorable 💖

[@ajb8914]

Rose is sweet and you are blessing her with great exposure! PTL I realize this is a year old and I’m nit picking a bit but take it or leave it! Plastic (and tinfoil) terrible for the environment We care about what goes in our bodies - I’m learning how to care about what we have been blessed with to create what’s is creating that’s going into our bodies The celery for example great tip!! You can also cut the ends off, fill a glass jar with water, and store upright like the asparagus This method keeps the celery fresh well over a week Carrots stored cut up in a bowl of water for well over a week of storage Even paper towels can leech off toxins into our food. Wrapping/using a “flour sack” netted type breathable cloth on greens will provide the same use as a paper towel Yes cloth can emit toxins too but with every wash and a clean detergent you may be a little better off

[@janetn9942]

I was never able to fully enjoy green kale because it was too tough Then I heard about massaging it w a dollop of EVOO before using it to make your salad. I love it!! Now it’s perfect and I’m killing it in the salad game 😀🙌🏻

[@supersysm]

I’m trying to minimise aluminium in my diet, so I cut my celery into sticks and add them to a very cold water-bath in an airtight cliplock container in the coldest part of the fridge - try it, it lasts for up to 2 weeks (often longer!) in the fridge this way! Also try to source aluminium-free baking soda for washing fruit & veg, it does the same job, just a little healthier for the wash mix. Lots of great tips, great job, thanks Bobby! 🙏💗

[@Senefra]

If you want to keep an eye on the ripening process of the bananas & avocados, buy both bananas & the avocados green, unripened & blemish free (as much as possible anyway, you want to spot check to make sure there has been no breaks in the skin, bruising & soft spots. These issues can cause early internal breakdown of the fruit, leading to rot in some places). Using a banana hanger, keep the stem of the bananas wrapped in plastic, press & seal or beeswaxed paper/cloth , then place the unripened avocados beneath the bananas or circled around the stand as close as possible. They will be ready once green shifts to a darker color, the skin is slightly shiny (not dull) & they feel a little heavier then they initially were. You can use them as soon possible or store them in the fridge up to 3-4 days before use. Alternatively you can also group apples, bananas & avocados together in the same place, as apples also give off ethylene that will help ripen avocados/bananas. Additionally, if you want to store fruit at room temperature, use coffee filters to store large fruit, as it creates a breathable barrier between the surfaces of the storage area & prevents friction/rubbing other fruit together, which can trap moisture & cause mold growth & rot. Plus it looks organize & makes a pretty display. Also you do not want to group anything in the nightshade family (includes potatoes, tomatoes, peppers/egplant) together, as this will cause them to spoil faster. Keep the eggplant in the bag from the store or an open plastic/glass container, wrapped in paper towels to prevent moisture from trapping until use. As far as clearing, it's a little labor intensive, but worth it. I use baking soda & water on firm/hard skinned fruit/vegetables, rub vigorously to remove any embedded dirt & debris,rinse & blot with a clean cloth or paper towel. I also dissolve 1/4 cup baking soda to a gallon of water, submerge hard to clean fruits & small loose fruits, like cherries, cherry tomatoes, strawberries (stem removed), blueberries, blackberries & raspberries in solution for approximately 1-2 minutes (giving them a good swish beforehand), transfer fruit to a colander & rinse with clean water, then place in a bowel of clean water, let sit for 1-2 minutes, colander & rinse with clean water again, then place in a fine mesh basket in another container with enough space to drain any excess water. Lastly, usually I find load bearing 4-5 shelf step shelves can easily be set up to save space & display fruit while keeping them together, in sight & easy to reach. On the top shelf I'll place a simple tea towel/white towel with zucchini side by side with yellow squash, to 2 inches apart. 2nd shelf is tomatoes on a server or tray, next to oranges/mandarins/lemons/limes/grapefruit/citrus on a separate tray/bowl, each wrapped in a coffee filter to prevent moisture from trapping. 3rd shelf is at eye level or close to, so that's where bananas, avocados, apples, & other ethylene giving fruit is stored. 4th shelf is onions/garlic/shallots all in a mesh basket bowl, peppers in another (bell, jalapeno, etc.). On the bottom shelf, potatoes or other starchy vegetables are stored in mesh baskets to keep air circulating, separated by type (red/white, russet, sweet, etc.; jicama).

[@tpizarr20]

Bobby, could you make a video outlining the fruits and veggies that freeze well? I’d like to extend the shelf life of these a bit more and am curious what you recommend. Thanks!

[@joycea1644]

Rose is so cute she never disturb.

[@donnale3881]

I was enjoying her humming, made for great background music ♥️

[@aida087]

Thank you so much for this Bobby, and Rose is precious!! I also hate when produce goes bad fast and your tips are perfect for making my producr not only healthier to eat, but will help them last longer!! You both have a blessed day!!🤗🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@yeghinenazarian9878]

Thank you for this video I am always struggling to keep my produce from going bad too quick. I enjoy seeing Rose loving fresh fruit and eating healthy.

[@Camellia303]

Rose is never distracting. It’s so cute how she asks for grapes and eating them.

[@karenmendelson2503]

I love watching Rose and your interaction with her! So cute!!

[@TrishTruitt]

FRESH MUSHROOMS: Love all your tips, but I get my best and longest-lasting ones by taking them out of the plastic box z7 wrap and just putting them in a brown paper bag I fold the top and close it w/a clip and stowe in the fridge (but not the crisper drawers). Once bulk comes back, I prefer to buy them from the bins and put them directly in a paper bag.

[@CurtisDJunior]

Tried that and better method is the green bags they sell for fruits and vegetables. The as seen on TV type they work way better than brown paper bag trust me tried both for a long time and you will never go back

[@CC-iv7uj]

Rose is perfect and always lovely to watch and see her grow in your videos. She must be loving her fruit snacks and cant get them fast enough. Loved this video, very informative.

[@noninoni9962]

I buy my Romaine in pkgs of three heads, so I'll wait to rinse the leaves from one head at a time, or all three if they're small heads, after finding a SCORPION amongst the leaves one time... Then I put a paper towel on the bottom of a gallon storage bag WITH a ZIPPER, put a handful of the wet leaves on it, add another paper towel, more wet leaves, another paper towel, more wet leaves, then a damp towel on the top layer of wet leaves... And, I ONLY close the bag HALF WAY (I do that with ALL bagged produce) to let out the rippening enzyme gas.. They last almost 4 weeks, sometimes longer, (depending on how many times I get into the fridge and it warms up) this way!!

[@ttrip86]

So cute seeing you two work together!

[@Gidget13mwa]

All Rose all the time !❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️👶Love you too of course and the gang. Great video👍❤️

[@dianegriffith3006]

Great storage ideas-and I’m loving how Rose hums while she eats-I remember my Grandaughter doing this at around that same age. Precious!!

[@kayk119]

I can't enjoy watching your videos without roos she's so cute omgg 😍

[@lilly101771]

I love seeing Rose in your daily videos. I was a little concerned you would over feed her blueberries and grapes to the point that her tummy would hurt. I was happy when you said, 'no more Rose, I'm taking you to mami." Sadden to hear her crying. Bobby, how are mangos to be cleaned and store? Should they only be organic?

[@jenn9579]

For all fruits and veggies I soak in vinegar, water and baking soda for a few minutes then rinse real good. After I dry I like to vacuum seal and freeze them.

[@bernardinotorres4182]

You can say whatever about Bobby, but he makes sure his kids eat very good, that’s A great Dad!!!

[@kathy2842]

I don’t recall hitting the subscribe and notice button but I’m glad I did. I was raised on nothing but veggies/fruits and I love them; yep even beets and very few meats.

[@carolvillanueva488]

Another good tips, Mr.Bobby! So appreciative in everything you do for us ! 👌🙏

[@aadyae]

Great video!!!! Thank you for the hacks, will use them. By the way Rose was fine, her presence is a joy always.

[@lizelling3073]

You can also cut the ends off of the celery bottoms and stick them in a tall container with water and put that container in the fridge

[@perfectcover]

with more produce out on the counter, what are your recommendations on how to avoid fruit flies?

[@jcszot]

Been waiting for this! I have trouble with spinach and spring mix! I’ve tried paper towels and special containers. If I don’t eat that stuff within two days it’s spoiled! Thank you for this!

[@aaronphelps2008]

This has proven to be my most frequently revisited Flav city video. Also, I’ve shared it the most frequently with other people. Thank you so berry much

[@erinj7710]

Loved the tips! Thanks for keeping real life parenting in your video 😉. I store zucchini and cucumbers unwashed in aluminum foil (like you showed w/the celery) and it's last forever!

[@charitymatlock7166]

Thank you so much for this video! I’ve been needing a “how to best wash fruits and veggies” video for a WHILE

[@sylviasanchez5868]

In addition to freezing was thinking of dehydrating any extra fruits & veggies. Thoughts? Thank you for the tips!! Rose is a cutie!

[@BobbyParrish]

thats a great call....if you have a food dehydrator ;)

[@5thkidroland711]

I really have an issue with wrapping washed produce with the original, potentially dirty produce bag that you brought the item(s) home in!🤔

[@BobbyParrish]

grab a few extra from the store!

[@daphnemiller5910]

So do I and I don't like putting the bag that's been in the grocery cart into my refrigerator. I know that we don't always wash off milk cartons, jars, etc., but whatever I can avoid is what I choose to do.

[@daphnemiller5910]

@@BobbyParrish Aha! I thought that'd be what you'd say.

[@trustJesusrepent]

Thank you for all the helpful info! Just wanted to let you know, (a lot of people don’t know this) saying God’s name in vain is blasphemy; it’s a sin so serious that it was punishable by death in the Old Testament. Healthy/clean food is so important, & I appreciate and care about it so much, at times we can forget to look at and praise the Maker of it all! Without the LORD, we would not have these lovely creations we call food :) don’t forget to look to Him. much love!

[@brianb2837]

Thank you so very very much for this Bobby. I wanted to see what the best way to store and wash fruits and vegetables that I got from the supermarket!

[@cindyxo7843]

You can also do the parsley and cilantro technique for kale and chard,etc especially if it’s a little wilted

[@williammunny9916]

God bless your daughter man.

[@lisah5784]

Is it she one of the most beautiful babies you ever seen🤗🤗😚

[@pattipaquette1301]

Never distracted by Rose. I think she is louder to you than us. Awesome, that you included her, keep her busy, keep saying her name

[@nigelsmith3758]

A tip for testing avocado ripeness in the store is to pluck out the stem cap. If it is green underneath, good. However, if it's a bit brown, pick another.

[@awifeinterrupted]

I buy fresh carrots with the greens still attached. Cut off the greens and submerge the unwashed carrots in water in the refrigerator in a sealed container. They'll stay fresh and crisp for a long time.

[@lisakeller442]

Love your channel and have shared with so many of my friends and family!! Just curious if you have a link to all of your favorite kitchen products? Also perhaps a comprehensive list of all your favorite products at each stores? Continued prayers for success and health for you and your family 💞

[@briannaramos6677]

I’ve read that keeping celery in a jar full of water keeps it fresh longer. Has anyone tried that technique, which one do you recommend? On that note, wouldn’t the aluminum leach into the celery making it toxic? Love your tips btw!

[@erinbuxton8438]

Rose made the whole video for me! Mom of 3 girls here. My babies were crazy and loud compared to quiet Rose. ;0 I work at my girls' school, so I totally get how plugged in we are to our kids while we try to work!

[@DIAHA_DEE-yuh]

Rose is so funny, I love her!~ She sounds like the Cookie Monster when he's munching on cookies. Those grapes must be delish!~😂😇🙏

[@mistythompson4961]

Berry Breeze! Sold on Amazon. Has extended our produce significantly

[@elizat168]

I just found your channel and I’m very interested in your content. I was shocked to learn about the glyphosate in the foods we eat - even packaged foods. I learned some good tips from this video, thanks. I use the food safe green storage containers which really prolong the life of my produce. The only down side is they take up a lot of room in the fridge. Although I follow a ‘pescatarian’ diet, not keto or paleo, I’m enjoying your tips on healthy foods.

[@sheilanaduriak1269]

For avocados, I usually just put my unripe avocados near a heat source, such as a toaster oven with or without bananas, and that seems to cause them to ripen quickly too.

[@Gidget13mwa]

One more comment and I’ll stop but you are the sweetest dad and so attentive to her needs. Desi is so precious too!,❤️❤️

[@valeriew5934]

Oh Honey, Rose is always wanted in your videos She does help brighten my day

[@veronicasigchoespinoza3202]

Hi Bobby, are you going to adress Greg's Doucette attack/critique to your work? You should, he is basically accusing you from promoting eating disorders. You are amazing and thanks to you everyday I feel healthier than the day before 👌😊

[@Jessica-zi7xd]

What??? Greg is an idiot. Bobby is a great resource for me. There are people that have food allergies and also suffer from inflammation due to RA illness. I share his program all the time in my support group. We love his recipes it makes our life so much easier.

[@ellantz]

Verónica Espinoza Wow. I just watched a few of Greg's videos, including the one about Bobby. Obviously, Greg's way of eating and lifestyle has negatively impacted the areas of his brain that support reasoning and communication. For that reason, I'll continue to learn from Bobby, and implement the knowledge that best supports my physical and mental health.

[@veronicasigchoespinoza3202]

@@Jessica-zi7xd to be honest I had an eating disorder, and I used to eat like Greg does. I lost my period because I was not eating enough healthy fats, and my stomach issues were terrible. I started following Bobby's advice and I feel healthier than ever, and I don't restrict calories, just poison 🤷‍♀️

[@ohio_nights]

🤦🏼‍♀️ nobody should be taking health advice from someone on steroids

[@lydiadelay5960]

I thought you would just wash it with water and soap but I am glad I watch this video so I learned the proper way to wash the fruits.

[@anastasiaalonso2148]

Green onions.... put in a jar with water at window sill it will keep growing and last till you use it up!

[@upkevington]

To me, all fruit tastes much better when cold. Temperature is so critical to the experience.

[@cindyodonnell5132]

Rose is main attraction...she’s such a beauty 🤩🥰

[@deedee67888]

I saw a video on how to store strawberries. First, look them over and take any out that aren't perfect - no mold or discoloration. Next, immediately put them into a mason jar. Put as many as can fit, put the lid and ring on, and put them in the fridge. When you're ready to use them, then wash them, core them, and you're good to go. I tested it and I was able to keep them in the fridge for 2 weeks (could have been longer, but I didn't want to wait!). It's a great idea when buying in bulk without having to worry about how long they will stay fresh.

[@rondamcfalls7696]

Have you checked out any of the plastic storage containers from Tupperware that allows you to sat the amount of breathing the container will do? I have tried a few test of fruits & vegetables in the containers with some stored just normally & they seem to really extend the life of the fruit & vegetables.

[@Cupidduck-465]

If you add baking soda to the water/vinegar and berries the bubble action will clean the berries even more!

[@noninoni9962]

I stopped wasting money buying plastic wrap long ago, soon after 'Press 'N Seal' hit the shelves... GREAT PRODUCT!!

[@sherrysunshine6986]

I did not see it but do you have a video on how to freeze everything and keep it from freezer burn? If not please make one? How would you clean the asparagus, celery, cucumber, and peppers, all with just water and brush?

[@t.e.1189]

'Crush' - according to Merriam-Webster, "to squeeze or force by pressure so as to alter or destroy structure"

[@miriamsilvia]

SO CUTE SHE IS TALKING. LIKE HER DAD. AND WAIVING ALSO 🫶🏻

[@robinholbrook8296]

What a cute baby Rose is 🥰. Love to watch her

[@jackoff1826]

Rose was the star of the video. Sad she went away, she was enjoying the food is all.

[@doloresfrancis5310]

Rosen's humming is beautiful....love her!!

[@chantellucky4565]

Bobby, You mentioned Round-Up ( pesticide toxin ) on produce, but at the same time you said, " You don't have to buy organic " Could you please explain this statement??? I washed produce even if it was organic veggies with vinegar, baking soda or salt. Rose is ever so cute!!! Love Rose!

[@looovegoodmusic]

Rose is sooooooo adorable, you guys are a great father-daughter duo:)

[@aliciakratzer6554]

Rose is adorable and we enjoy her even if she jumps up in the middle of the video! But I do respect what you were trying to do, because not everybody feels that way LOL LOL

[@JessW8511]

I was just thinking about this yesterday because I really need some fruit. 🍎🍌🍉🍇

[@angieborg5749]

Do you freeze cilantro?

[@angieborg5749]

Procedure for freezing fresh cilantro

[@AmazingPhilippines1]

Here in the Philippines, many veggies are seasonal so I try to freeze as much as possible also.