Pumpkins are a delicious, hearty and versatile ingredient that can be used to make a variety of dishes including desserts, soups and Italian cuisine. Besides being the perfect Halloween decoration, pumpkins are one of the densest sources of Vitamin A…
Often called the king of fruits, a pineapple takes almost three years to reach maturation. The pineapple plant’s flowers produce berries that come together around the core, so the pineapple is not just one fruit. Aside from its skin, the…
Onions are one of the most common spices and vegetables used all over the world. They vary in shape, size, colour and flavour, making almost no soup, sauce or gravy impossible to make without onions. Onions come into season in…
Melons are mostly eaten fresh due to its sweetness and juiciness. However, its rind is sometimes preserved, and its seeds can be roasted as a snack or used in oils and sauces. The size, shape, colour, sweetness and texture of…
Cherries are red, small and fleshy fruits containing a hard seed inside. There are more than 500 varieties of sweet cherries, but only about 20 or so of them are used in commercial production. They can be eaten fresh, baked…
Broccoli is a tasty vegetable rich in nutrients and vitamins, making it one of the healthiest vegetables. Its crunchy and nourishing texture is favoured by many, it is easy to cook and a versatile addition to any lunch or dinner…
Asparagus is a bright green stalk-like vegetable with buds at its end. They are related to onions, leeks and garlic. Asparagus is dense with nutrition and pairs well with other spring vegetables like garlic, potatoes and peas. Asparagus is in…
Apples are a member of the rose family of plants along with peaches, plums and cherries. They are constantly praised as a “miracle food” for being rich in antioxidants and dietary fibre, making it one of the world’s most consumed…
Also called citrus thyme. Has small, heart-shaped leaves. Many forms have variegated leaves of green and yellow. Has a distinct lemon smell and flavour. Thought to be milder in flavour than common thyme. Excellent as part of a fish or…
