Persea americana · laurel family · the fruit, a single-seeded berry
At its best in LA / SoCal Coast from late May to mid August. It’s out of season right now. It usually arrives in late January.
Gives slightly to gentle pressure, stem end still on.
Counter until soft, then fridge to hold.

at its best now

winding down

at its best now

winding down

winding down

just arriving