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Fresh Food Club - What's in season?



"ideas on the freshest produce this season coupled with gourmet recipes for the freshest produce in town

What's fresh?

Rockmelon

It’s a fabulous time to enjoy rockmelons.

Why not try...

+ Rockmelon
+ Bright Eyes

Figs

New-season figs have arrived and are eating beautifully. Serve fresh figs with prosciutto and a soft blue cheese, or enjoy simply as they are. As figs are highly perishable, store in the refrigerator and use within 1–2 days. Succulent large black figs are a seasonal treat.

Why not try...

+ Figs
+ Fresh fig, orange and walnut cheesecake
+ Fresh Fig with Basil and Parmesan Pasta

Grapes

Australian grapes are in full swing, with crisp, juicy bunches perfect for snacking or adding bursts of sweetness to summer salads. Choose from white, red and black seedless varieties.

Why not try...

+ Grapes
+ Grape and caper salad
+ Blueberry and grape muffins

Cherries

Late-season cherries are plump, sweet and full of flavour, with most fruit now coming from Tasmania. Quality remains excellent, making it a great time to enjoy this summer favourite

Why not try...

+ Cherries
+ Cherry chia and ricotta wrap
+ Goats cheese and rocket salad with cherry dressing

Mangoes

It’s been a bumper mango season and quality fruit continues to arrive in good supply. Choose from Calypso, Honey Gold, Kensington Pride and R2E2 varieties, all delivering rich tropical flavour.

Why not try...

+ Mangoes
+ Mango, lime and toasted sesame filo cups
+ Crispy Skin Salmon Fillets with Bean Mash and Mango Salsa

Peaches and nectarines

Warm January days have intensified the flavour of peaches and nectarines, making them irresistibly sweet and juicy. Your local greengrocer will have quality fruit. Halve the fruit, dust lightly with icing sugar and caramelise under a hot grill, then serve with vanilla ice cream. Stonefruit also shines in summer salads, adding colour and natural sweetness.

Why not try...

+ Peaches
+ Berry and fruit trifle with pistachio dust
+ Peach, raspberry and chia smoothie

Lychees

For a tropical, sweet summer sensation, pick up a bag of tropical Queensland-grown lychees. They are easy to peel and super juicy. Depending on the variety. Just 100g of lychees provides your daily recommended dietary intake of vitamin C for a day.

Why not try...

+ Lychees
+ Green Tea and Lychee Tapioca
+ Coconut & Pineapple Ice cream

Plums

Golden and red-fleshed plums are in peak season from December through early May. Give them the ultimate summer treatment by grilling on the barbecue, or toss sliced plums through leafy salads.

Why not try...

+ Plums
+ Plum Upside Down cake
+ Sourdough plum and frangipane tart

Oranges

Australian-grown valencia oranges are outstanding value. While the rind may show a green tinge, the flesh inside is sweet, juicy and packed with vitamin C. Add segments to salads, use the juice in dressings, or caramelise slices for an easy dessert

Why not try...

+ Oranges
+ Gluten Free Orange and Almond Cake
+ Grilled Spatchcock with a salad of beetroot, orange, watercress & baby herbs

Bananas

Bananas remain top value this week. Try blending them into banana and chocolate smoothie pops for an easy homemade treat that kids and grown-ups alike will love

Why not try...

+ Bananas
+ Wholemeal Pancakes
+ Banana, Spinach, Mango, Coconut Water Smoothie

Tomatoes

Summer tomatoes are richly flavoured, with a wide range of varieties to enjoy. This week there a good supply of cherry and grape tomatoes at your local greengrocer

Why not try...

+ Tomatoes
+ Vegetarian gado gado
+ Pack 'n go lunch

Sweetcorn

Summer sweetcorn is fresh and flavoursome. Add kernels to salads, salsas, café style fritters, pasta, rice dishes or burger patties for colour and sweetness.

Why not try...

+ Sweetcorn
+ Creamy fish chowder with cauliflower mash
+ Asparagus egg and nasturtium salad

Eggplant

Eggplant is a true summer standout, with great-quality fruit in good supply. Its creamy flesh absorbs flavours beautifully. Slice, lightly salt, then grill or roast until golden and tender. Delicious in salads, wraps or served alongside barbecued meats

Why not try...

+ Eggplant
+ Vietnamese Eggplant
+ Vietnamese grilled chicken in kaffir lime leaves with broccoli and eggplant

Beetroot

Fresh beetroot adds colour, sweetness and a boost of folate to summer meals. Whip up a healthy, beetroot and yoghurt dip or salad

Why not try...

+ Beetroot
+ Grilled salmon with golden beetroot, broccoli and freekah
+ Grilled Spatchcock with a salad of beetroot, orange, watercress & baby herbs

Snake beans

Snake beans are in season and excellent value. Sold in bunches, these long, slender beans have a delicate flavour and tender texture

Why not try...

+ Snake beans
+ Thai turkey salad with snake beans and passionfruit dressing
+ Green Papaya & Mango Salad (Som Tam)

Pumpkin

Pumpkin is plentiful and great value, with sweet, richly coloured flesh ideal for summer cooking. Roast or air-fry chunks until golden, then serve at room temperature tossed through salads with feta, herbs and a bright lemon dressing

Why not try...

+ Pumpkin
+ Grilled chicken with rosemary, pinenut and parmesan crust
+ Fennel, Chilli, Garlic & Pumpkin Pasta

Cos lettuce

Choose crisp baby cos lettuce and store it in a sealed container in the fridge. Avoid storing lettuce near apples, pears or melons, as these release gases that cause it to deteriorate quickly

Why not try...

+ Cos lettuce

Capsicum

Capsicum prices are easing. Green capsicums are typically cheaper than red and yellow varieties. A medium sized red capsicum general weights between 200g-250g

Why not try...

+ Capsicum
+ Fennel, Chilli, Garlic & Pumpkin Pasta
+ Roast Capsicum and Ricotta Tart