Lime: an excellent source of Vitamin C and substitute for the lemon is the humble lime. It is popular is Mexican and Asian cuisine and is called for in recipes varying from biscuits to meat dishes. Quince: a knobbly little fruit, the quince is a relative of the apple and pear families. They cannot be [...]
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Parsnip
A sweet tasting root vegetable, the parsnip is derived from the same family as the carrot. It is simply delicious roasted but can be boiled or used in stews, soups and casseroles. The parsnip leaves behind a more subtle flavour than the whole root and contributes starch to thicken a dish. Parsnips are rich in [...]
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Papaya
Also known as paw paw, papaya is a tart and sweet fruit that tastes like a combination of pineapple and peach although with a much milder flavour. Ripe papayas will have orange-coloured skin with an amber hue. The black seeds of a papaya fruit are edible and have a sharp spicy taste. They are sometimes [...]
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Sweet Potato
Sometimes called the kumara, sweet potatoes are an orange, knobbly looking vegetable that can be used in many of the same ways as ordinary potato varieties. Although the leaves and shoots of the sweet potato are edible, it is the starchy roots that are by far the most important product. Peeled sweet potatoes can be [...]
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Tastes of Spring
Here’s a preview of what you can look forward to seeing in the markets this spring:
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Zucchini Basics
This thin, shiny-skinned vegetable has a pale, juicy flesh that is ideal for use with beef, prosciutto, cheddar, eggplant, tomatoes and pine nuts. Take advantage of the winter months, as they are the time to find the best quality zucchinis. Here are some tips:
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Pink Lady Apples Basics
This sweet-flavoured apple is a cross between the Golden Delicious and Lady Williams and is ideal in cooking and as lunch box fillers. The pinkish-red blush on their yellow skin is distinctive to their crisp, sweet-tasting flesh. After being developed in the 70s, they have become an Australian staple, used primarily in dessert dishes. Here [...]
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Kiwifruit Basics
Furry, rough skin covers the juicy, sweet flesh of a kiwifruit. The large, egg-sized fruit has a slightly tart flavour with hints of melon and fresh berries. Enjoy kiwifruit in desserts or simply pop them into a lunchbox with a spoon for a tasty and healthy snack. The tiny black seeds have a soft texture [...]
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Tastes of Autumn
The colder months of the year bring a variety of delicious seasonal produce and exciting new tastes for you to enjoy. Here’s a taste of what you can look forward to in the markets:
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Hass Avocado Basics
This delightful, dark-skinned fruit has a longer shelf life than other avocado varieties, making it the most popular kind in the country. It’s distinctive, textured skin turns from green to purplish-black when ripe. Enjoy the smooth, nutty flavoured flesh in dips, salads, sandwiches, pastas and other delicious dishes. Here are some tips on choosing and [...]
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