With respect to the papaya, pineapple, and coconut, there is perhaps no other fruit that can as effectively transport you to a palm-lined tropical island as the mango. As the author Eve Babitz once ...

Mangos contain a large, flat pit that clings to the fruit, making it difficult to remove. Use a knife to separate the fruit from the pit and scoop out the flesh with a spoon. You can also peel mango ...