Persimmons
Persimmons are large, heart shaped fruits that range in colour from pale orange to deep red-orange. Persimmons are ready to eat when their flesh is soft, sweet and jelly-like. They can also be used to bake cookies and breads. Queensland…
Onions
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…
Rockmelon
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…
Mandarins
Mandarin oranges are a small, loose-skinned variety of the common orange. They are juicy and are sweeter and less acidic than larger oranges. The most popular varieties in Australia include the Imperial and the Ellendale varieties. Mandarins can be eaten…
Macadamias
Though many people think that macadamia comes from Hawaii, macadamia is actually a tree nut native to Australia, originating from the coastal rainforests of Queensland and New South Wales. Macadamia nuts are popular as snacks both on its own and…
Cherries
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
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
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
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…
Lemon Thyme
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…