Blueberry picking is all about the search for the perfect berry. For Amaya, that meant the bluest berry; for her cousins, that meant the “best” (an entirely subjective standard) or the largest berries. They ripen unevenly, so you can find a range of berries within the same cluster. This is the perfect activity for small fingers and sharp eyes. It’s the thrill of the hunt that makes berry picking so much fun. Ideas in Food: Great Recipes and Why They Work, Maximum Flavor: Recipes That Will Change the Way You Cook, Gluten Free Flour Power: Bringing Your Favorite Foods Back to the Table.