The state or time when something is just right to eat; ripe or at its best flavor. Often written in kana as "食べごろ."
この桃は今が食べ頃だよ。甘くて柔らかい。
This peach is at its best to eat now. It's sweet and soft.
魚は獲れたてがいちばん食べ頃だ。
Fish is best eaten when freshly caught.
トマトはまだ固い。あと数日で食べ頃になるだろう。
The tomato is still firm. It should be ready to eat in a few days.
旬の食材は味が良く、食べ頃のものが手に入れば料理が一層おいしくなる。
Seasonal ingredients taste better, and if you get them at the right time to eat, dishes become even more delicious.