In season late spring: Globe artichokes
Raw, boiled, grilled, baked or stuffed, the globe artichoke is...
In season early spring: Kumara (sweet potato)
Kumara have been grown and eaten in New Zealand since...
In season late spring: Edible flowers
For colour, elegance and delicate flavouring, add flower petals to...
In season late spring: Basil
This herb favourite differs between varieties: larger leaves are sweeter,...
In season mid-spring: Cherimoya
This fruit resembles an artichoke – heart-shaped and green. While...
In season early spring: Grapefruit
Grapefruit were introduced from Australia to New Zealand in the...
In season mid-spring: Tamarillos
Availability
Also known as tree tomatoes, tamarillos can be red or...
In season early spring: Oranges
Availability
Year-round, depending on variety. New Zealand navel oranges are in...
In season mid-spring: Silver beet
The low-down
Availability: Year-round, but particularly abundant in late winter, especially...
