Tomatoes are ubiquitous on our tables: in salads, pasta, pizza and canned foods. But there is a dilemma that has divided scientists, chefs and even judges for centuries: is the tomato a fruit or a ...

Is a tomato a fruit or a vegetable? The answer to this question depends on whether you are a botanist or a chef. Human beings have been naming and classifying things around them since they first ...

Tomatoes are home gardeners’ favorite vegetable, by a mile. But from their roots to their fruits, they sure are susceptible to a plethora of problems. It’s the rare summer that ends with healthy, ...

Amy Y. Conry Davis is a writer who specializes in green living, sustainability, and travel. She holds a B.A. in English from the University of San Diego. Let's settle this debate once and for all: the ...