Every Texan knows that summer truly begins with the first bite of sweet, sun-ripened watermelon. For many families in Cypress and Northwest Houston, that first bite is worth a short country drive—especially when it comes from DiIorio’s Farmers Market in Hempstead. The beloved family-owned market just announced the arrival of their highly anticipated homegrown watermelons, and they’re as sweet as ever.
“BREAKING NEWS from DiIorio’s Farmers Market!” read the farm’s social media post. “The wait is OVER — our Home Grown Watermelons will officially be HERE THIS WEEKEND and they’re sweeter than ever!”
It’s an announcement that long-time fans wait for every year, and this weekend marks the start of a flavorful tradition that stretches back generations…