Even though fall is around the corner, the weather is still pretty warm and there is still plenty of time to barbecue! This means there is still time to prepare coleslaw as a side to that delicious barbecue food! When you go to the store to pick up your ingredients make sure the head of the cabbage is firm and heavy for its size and free of any puffiness, withered leaves or blemishes. Head cabbage stored in a plastic bag in the refrigerator's humid vegetable bin will last at least a week. Savoy and Napa cabbages should be consumed within three or four days. Kohlrabi globes will last a few weeks in the refrigerator, but the leaves are more perishable and should be used within a few days. To prepare coleslaw, stack a half dozen or so leaves and cut them into strips. For crisper coleslaw, soak the shredded cabbage leaves in cold water and then dry them in a salad spinner or pat dry with paper towels to remove all the moisture. Cabbage is available year-round so you have no problem finding it fresh. Enjoy the last of these summer days and cooking outside!