To cut a pineapple:
1) cut a slice off the top, including, of course, the green "leaves".
2) cut a slice off the bottom.
3) Stand fruit on one end, and slice in half, lengthwise.
4) Slice each half into 4 wedges, lengthwise.
5) Cut out the tough core in each of these pieces and discard.

You will have 8 wedges of pineapple, free of the tough core and the
outside rough skin. Eat and enjoy, or cut further, if you wish.

Regards,
Nancree