"ideas on the freshest produce this season coupled with gourmet recipes for the freshest produce in town
What's fresh?
Strawberries
The Queensland strawberry season is finally underway — a little later than usual, but well worth the wait! Lusciously fragrant and sweet. Remember to rinse berries just before eating to keep them at their best.
Passionfruit are bursting with tropical flavour and a good buy. Sweet, tangy, they are ideal stirred into yoghurt or smoothie bowls or add to overnight oats
Seville oranges are prized for their bitter-sweet flavour, perfect for homemade marmalade. The season finishes this month, so grab a kilo while you can
Enjoy delicious blueberries this week. Their deep purple-blue hue, naturally sweet flavour, and powerful antioxidant boost make them a smart and delicious choice for snacking , baking with or use in breakfast chia pods
The new season for Australian asparagus has just begun, with supplies set to increase over the coming weeks, bringing more choice in grades, sizes, and prices. Just one serving of asparagus delivers around 25% of your daily vitamin C needs — and vitamin C plays an important role in helping the body absorb iron from othr foods.
Okra, also known as lady’s fingers, is in season and valued for both its flavour and unique texture. With a mild, grassy taste, it’s crisp when cooked quickly on the grill or in a hot pan, yet turns meltingly tender in slow-cooked soups, curries, and casseroles. Its natural stickiness also works as a thickener, making it perfect for hearty winter dishes.
Loved across the Mediterranean for its crisp flavour and versatility, fennel is a steal this week. Delicious roasted, grilled, or tossed through pasta—like our fennel, tomato & Italian sausage spaghetti.
One fresh head of cauliflower is incredibly versatile — transform it into a pot of creamy soup, bake it into a cheesy mornay, roast it whole with spices, or blitz it into cauliflower rice. it’s a budget-friendly all-rounder packed with flavour, nutrition, and endless meal possibilities.
Fresh machine-harvested green beans are a super buy this week. Bright, crisp, and bursting with flavour, they’re perfect for stir-fries, side dishes, or salads—like this tasty green bean, spinach & beef salad. Tip: Toss them lightly in olive oil and garlic for a quick, flavour-packed side!
Though mild in flavour, zucchinis are a kitchen superstar—perfect for pairing with countless ingredients to create scrumptious meals. Grab a kilo this week
Fennel’s subtle aniseed flavour and crisp texture pairs beautifully with fish, chicken, lamb, pears, cheese and citrus. For a quick and tasty starter or salad, toss shredded fennel with shaved parmesan, crunchy pear slices, and fresh watercress
Broccoli is a good buy this week and makes a quick, tasty mid-week meal when stir-fried with red chilli and beef. Rich in vitamins A and C, broccoli is most nutritious when cooked lightly to keep its bright colour, fresh flavour, and crunch.
Fresh from Bowen and Bundaberg, glossy and versatile red capsicums are outstanding value this week. With a great range of sizes and quality on offer, check your local greengrocer for multi-buy specials to stock up and save!
