In praise of proper produce

Thank you for such an accurate description of the typical produce found in most U.S. markets (“A berry by any other name,” by Lupita Cornejo, July 25, 2007).

I grew up eating from our garden in the 1930s and '40s. I have visited Europe and Mexico many times and have enjoyed the taste of ripe fruit and vegetables.

I am sure most U.S. residents, those who have not traveled anywhere else, have no idea what you were writing about. The flavor and smell of fresh fruit and vegetables is a wonderful experience.

Vincent Rizzo
Scottsdale