Honeydew melon is used as an appetizer to raw ham. Honeydew melons are also very popular for their use in cocktails or as an ingredient in fruit punch (also with alcohol).
Cross reactions: Melons have common allergenic structures with latex. If one is allergic or sensitised to latex, then there is the possibility of a cross reaction to melon. Therefore you can react to melon without ever having eaten it. The indoor plant Benjamin’s fig is another possible source for this allergen. If one is sensitised to the plant, you shouldn’t have it in your rooms. Cross reactions to avocados and banana are also possible.
