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Brisbane Produce Report – 18 May   May 18, 2023  adonaldson Are you craving the vibrant flavours of fresh and seasonal produce to enhance your cooking? Your local fruit and veg shop is the ultimate destination! Embrace the chilly weather as an opportunity to relish comforting meals, utilising the diverse range of quality fruits and vegetables that are in season, sourced from the Brisbane Markets Our pick of the week is Hass Avocados. While you may see less Shepard Avocados now, the Hass Avocado season has started in Bundaberg, ensuring there is plent..

Brisbane Produce Report – 12 May   May 11, 2023  adonaldson Spoil Mum this weekend with homemade delights made with fresh produce from your local fruit and veg shop! From delicious brekkies to warm comforting meals, Mother’s Day is the perfect time to let Mum put her feet up and enjoy a relaxing day with loved ones. As the weather brings a cold snap, we’re loving all things warming and cosy this week, so be sure to shop ahead and plan out your meals this weekend. Our pick of the week and a perfect base for a special Mother’s Day meal is&..

Brisbane Produce Report – 5 May   May 4, 2023  adonaldson Mother’s Day is just around the corner, so now is the perfect time to plan ahead for Mum’s special day. Take some time to cook Mum a delicious meal and celebrate her with farm fresh autumn fruit and vegetables from your local fruit and veg shop, sourced from the Brisbane Markets. As it cools down, it’s a great time to make your favourite comfort food and relish in the last of the beautiful weather. Our pick of the week is Mandarins from Gayndah and Burnett. With the grow..

Brisbane Produce Report – 28 April   April 27, 2023  strump With a long weekend on the horizon, it’s a great opportunity to pop into your local fruit and veg shop and see the abundance of delicious, seasonal produce available which has been sourced from the Brisbane Markets! Choosing seasonal produce means you are not only getting the very best quality, but you can be sure it’s grown right here in Australia and travelled a shorter distance to get to you. It can be bittersweet seeing your favourite seasonal fruit or veg end its season, but it is alw..

Brisbane Produce Report – 21 April   April 20, 2023  strump Have you walked into your local fruit and veg shop lately and noticed the change in colour of  fresh produce available? Autumn brings with it changes in weather, bringing new and  delicious varieties of fruit and vegetables into the Brisbane Markets where your local fruit and veg shop source their fresh produce.  Why not pick up some tried and true favourites and staples, as well as a variety of unique produce for you and your family to try this Autumn. Our pick of the week is ..

Brisbane Produce Report – 21 April   April 20, 2023  strump Have you walked into your local fruit and veg shop lately and noticed the change in colour of  fresh produce available? Autumn brings with it changes in weather, bringing new and  delicious varieties of fruit and vegetables into the Brisbane Markets where your local fruit and veg shop source their fresh produce.  Why not pick up some tried and true favourites and staples, as well as a variety of unique produce for you and your family to try this Autumn. Our pick of the week is ..

Brisbane Produce Report – 13 April   April 13, 2023  adonaldson With school holidays about to end, it’s time to start planning the fruit and vegetables going into your children’s lunchboxes! Make a visit to your local fruit and veg shop and explore all the wonderful varieties of seasonal Autumn produce, sourced from the Brisbane Markets, to get their creativity flowing! By incorporating colourful fruits and vegetables into daily meals, kids can boost their nutrition and have a memorable experience with food. Our pick of the week are Capsi..

Brisbane Produce Report – 6 April   April 6, 2023  adonaldson As the Autumn chill sets in, and the Easter long weekend is upon us, there’s something comforting about hopping into your local Fruit and Veg Shop to pick up fresh ingredients sourced from the Brisbane Markets for your favourite comfort food or celebratory dish. Our pick of the week is Butternut Pumpkin from greater Brisbane and Bundaberg, which is characterised by a bulb-shaped bottom with a slightly narrow neck. Butternut Pumpkin is high in vitamins A and C and roasts beautifu..

Brisbane Produce Report – 31 March   March 30, 2023  adonaldson Looking for fresh and seasonal produce for your meals? Look no further than your Local Fruit and Veg Shop! As the cooler weather sets in, indulge in some cosy meals using the abundance of excellent quality fruit and vegetables sourced from the Brisbane Markets and available at your local, independent A better choice! retailer this week. Our pick of the week is the versatile Cabbage. With the wet weather causing some supply disruptions to leafy greens from the Lockyer Valley, Cabbag..

Brisbane Produce Report – 24 March   March 23, 2023  adonaldson As the leaves start to turn and the air gets cooler, it’s time to embrace the bounty of autumn produce. Visit your local fruit and veg shop this week to explore the variety of seasonal fruit and veg they have sourced fresh from the Brisbane Markets and experience the difference farm fresh produce can make to your meals! Keep an eye out for veggies from the Lockyer Valley when you visit your local fruit and veg shop this week. The Lockyer Valley’s winter growing season is..

Brisbane Produce Report – 16 March   March 16, 2023  adonaldson Sprinkle a bit of fun into your meals this week with delicious recipes using fresh fruit and veg from your local fruit and veg shop! Experimenting with new produce is great fun when you’re feeling in a bit of a rut with your weekly meals. Trying new food is also good for your physical health, by introducing new sources and varieties of vitamins and minerals. Try out something new, you might even find a new favourite! Our pick of the week is Celery, which is coming into the Mar..

Brisbane Produce Report – 3 March   March 2, 2023  adonaldson It is an exciting time at your local fruit and veg shop this week, as we are experiencing perfect growing weather right now, meaning consumers can enjoy an abundance and large variety of good quality fruit and vegetables. Even more uncommon and elusive fruits are on offer, as well as some excellent quality classic staples. The pick of the week is Sweet Potato. This versatile vegetable is in abundance due to the ideal growing conditions we are experiencing from North Queensland right down t..

Brisbane Produce Report – 24 February   February 24, 2023  adonaldson As we reach the halfway mark of the first school term, we still have plenty of delicious options for the school lunch box and mid-week meal. While some produce is coming to the end of their summer growing season and autumn is approaching, we see more varieties of fresh fruit and veg making their way into your local independent fruit and veg shop. Our pick of the week is Dragon Fruit. Now at the peak of its season, Dragon Fruit from greater Brisbane, Lockyer Valley, Gympie, Bun..

Brisbane Produce Report – 16 February   February 16, 2023  adonaldson February is speeding by, and we are now well into the second month of the year. Hopefully everyone is adjusting to a calmer work-life balance. Although we have had unseasonably hot weather with some recent storms, there is still plenty of great seasonal fruit and vegetable options at your local fruit and veg shop. Pop in to see what possibilities you can turn into a tasty and nutritious meal. Our pick of the week is Ginger. This delicious, aromatic herb packs a tasty punch to sweet..