CHELAN, WA - Registered Dietitian Annessa Chumbley brings her perspective to the apple category through a new collaboration, sharing how Chelan Fresh varieties align with flavor exploration, family-friendly eating, and practical wellness habits.

“SugarBees® are my favorite. I remember the very first time I bit into it. I'm from the Midwest, so it did remind me of walking through some of the smaller, teeny Midwest orchards. It's got the smell and the taste of honey, caramel, and molasses. But I love the SugarBee story."

She goes on to describe the variety as one that emerged naturally when a bee crossed a Honeycrisp with an unknown variety, a happy accident she’s genuinely grateful for.

Chumbley also points to the visual appeal and balanced flavor profile of Lucy Rose® and Lucy Glo®, as well as the portability and crunch of Rockit™—a favorite among her children.

“I have lots of littles, and they happen to love the Rockit apples. They're super relatable because of their small size, but they have a sweet taste and a perfect crunch.”

Whether at home or in store, she underscores the value of visibility and simple education. “The best Apple really is the one eaten…as long as you eat it. It's going to give you good benefits and taste amazing.”

Her broader message centers on shaping approachable wellness routines. “We want to make America healthy. Everybody eat an apple a day… I call it the push habit because once you do that, it's like you're training your taste buds to want healthier and healthier food that comes straight out of the earth.”

Watch the full video above for Annessa’s complete insights.