These sweet, juicy favorites range from the everyday to the exotic. While we all know the ubiquitous honeydew and cantaloupe, the warmer months are the perfect time to plunge your spoon into less-familiar varieties, such as the Sharlyn, an oblong yellow melon with pale green flesh; the Gaya, a tiny, white-fleshed melon with a taste reminiscent of both cantaloupe and banana; and the Charentais, a smooth-skinned derivative of the cantaloupe. Serve melons halved, with the seeds scooped out and the hollowed center filled with seasonal berries; sliced and wrapped with prosciutto for a savory kick; or pureed into a chilled soup or smoothie—ideal for lazy poolside days.