In season early winter: Passionfruit
This tangy-sweet Kiwi favourite enjoys a lengthy six-month season from...
In season mid-winter: Jerusalem artichokes
Jerusalem artichokes are related to the sunflower family and differ...
In season late winter: Parsnips
Parsnips have been around since Roman times. While children of the...
In season early spring: Tamarillos, mint, cauliflower, coriander
Tamarillos
Originating in Central and South America, the tamarillo is a...
In season mid-spring: Asparagus, broccolini, oranges, red cabbage
Asparagus
Asparagus is a rich source of folate and adds fibre...
In season mid-summer: Raspberries, new potatoes, beetroot
Raspberries
Raspberries come in a variety of colours but in New...
In season late summer: Nectarines, cherries, shallots
Nectarines
Choose firm fruit with just a little give. Plumpness and...
In season early autumn: Strawberries, parsley, courgettes
Strawberries
Choose strawberries that are unblemished and rich red as the...
Meals in a flash using frozen and canned...
Canned and frozen vegetables are time and money-savers when you...
In season mid-autumn: Lemons, thyme, capsicums
Lemons
Store
Lemons will last for about one week at room temperature,...
How to choose potatoes
Potatoes are inexpensive, readily available and the most popular vegetables...
In season mid-winter: Carrots, kiwifruit
Carrots
Carrots are rich in vitamin A, which is important for...
In season late winter: Kumara, navel oranges
Kumara
Ever lived overseas and longed for a good old Kiwi...
Beyond broccoli: A guide to fresh Asian produce
Ever marvelled at the wonderful array of fruit and veges...
