How to choose the best:
Apple

Touch

For a nice crisp eating apple, look for firm flesh that holds under a bit pressure. Softer apples are better for baking or cooking.

Give it a little toss in your hand: you’re looking for an apple that feels heavy for its size.

See

Look for glossy, unbroken skin — though of course color varies widely between varieties.

Some more details:

How to store

Apples love the cold, so store in the fridge. You'll be truly shocked how long an apple can last in there without suffering at all in quality.

When it's in season

Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May Jun. Jul. Aug. Sep. Oct. Nov. Dec.

FYI: for this Fruit, its best to buy organic.