To maintain freshness, don't go whole hog rinsing the entire bunch.

Grapes are a perfect fridge staple. They're handy to have on hand for a fruit salad, a lunch you’re packing for school or work, or directly from the bowl whenever you need an extra boost of energy.

Bloom is actually a good sign. That dusty, white surface on your grapes might make you nervous. Is it dirt? Pesticides? The good news is that this coating is completely natural. It's called "bloom," ...