Looking Ahead
Make May Memorable with Seasonal Flavors and Fresh Celebrations!
May brings festive flair, heartfelt gatherings, and sun-soaked days perfect for celebrating the season. From honoring moms and military heroes to indulging in juicy berries and summer-sweet melons, this is the month to gather, grill, and enjoy the best of spring’s bounty. Melissa’s is your go-to for making every occasion—from Cinco de Mayo fiestas to backyard Memorial Day barbecues—fresh, flavorful, and unforgettable. Let’s raise a glass (or a spicy margarita mocktail!) to good food, great company, and the vibrant tastes of May!
Spice Up Your Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo (May 5) with bold, authentic flavors! From sizzling street tacos and roasted Hatch Sweet Onions to guacamole with a citrus twist, Melissa’s ingredients bring the fiesta to your kitchen. Don’t forget the mangos and limes for fresh margaritas or fruit-forward aguas frescas!
→ Browse Cinco de Mayo Favorites
Celebrate Mom with Something Sweet
Mother’s Day (May 12) calls for thoughtful dishes and decadent desserts. Whether you’re serving breakfast in bed, hosting a garden brunch, or baking berry-studded treats, show Mom some love with the freshest seasonal picks—think juicy strawberries, aromatic herbs, and spring vegetables.
→ Plan the Perfect Mother’s Day Menu
Harry’s Berries: May’s Sweetest Star
Harry’s Berries are back and bursting with sweetness! These beloved strawberries are a must-have for spring desserts, refreshing salads, or snacking straight from the carton. Their unmatched flavor makes them a seasonal highlight you won’t want to miss.
→ What makes Harry’s Berries Irresistible?
Fire Up the Grill for Memorial Day
Memorial Day (May 26) marks the start of grilling season! Celebrate with vibrant veggie skewers, grilled corn, and caramelized Hatch Sweet Onions. Melissa’s has everything you need for a laid-back, flavor-packed BBQ. Salute the season with bold bites and bright produce.
→ Get Grilling with Memorial Day Recipes
Hatch Sweet Onions: Mild, Sweet & Perfect for Grilling
These seasonal favorites are known for their natural sweetness and mellow flavor—ideal for slicing onto burgers, roasting whole, or caramelizing to perfection. Available for a limited time, Hatch Sweet Onions are a must for May cooking!
→ Shop and Discover Hatch Sweet Onions
Melons Are in Season—Dive In!
Cool, juicy, and refreshingly sweet, melons are the ultimate taste of early summer. Whether you’re slicing up cantaloupe for brunch, blending honeydew into smoothies, or making a chilled melon salad, Melissa’s melons are peak-season perfection.
→ Explore Fresh Melon Recipes
May is the perfect time to embrace new flavors, celebrate meaningful traditions, and savor the best of spring. Whether you’re indulging in the sweetness of strawberry and melons, cracking open a fresh coconut, or setting the table for Mother's Day or Cinco De Mayo, Melissa's is here to bring fresh inspiration to your kitchen. Here’s to a delicious and vibrant May!
