AvailabilityYear round but best from June to November.BuyingLook for smooth-skinned beetroot, with no splits or blemishes. Leaves and stems should be...
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AvailabilityYear round, but at their best from March to October.BuyingChoose lemons that feel heavy for their size and have firm, brightly coloured...
VarietiesThe main tomato varieties are: gourmet (or ‘common’), which are round and pink to bright red in colour; sweet truss tomatoes,...
VarietiesPears come in many shapes and sizes, and can be green, yellow, red or brown. The most common varieties in Australia are Beurre Bosc, Packham...
VarietiesFennel, also known as bulb fennel, isn’t usually sold by variety, but baby fennel (immature fennel) is available in some markets....
History lessonNative to China and a favourite fruit of its emperors, the peach was considered a symbol of immortality, fertility, luck and friendship...
Our guide to some of our favourite produce and products on the shelves in July 2011.Sneaky vegiesLeggo’s new Hidden Veg range of chunky pasta...
AvailabilityFrom March to November.BuyingChoose firm, compact sprouts with bright green, blemish-free leaves. In general, the smaller sprouts are...
VarietiesOften sold as sweet corn, it is sold by colour. There are three main types: white, yellow and ‘bi-colour,’ with yellow and white...
Products made here are said to be better for the economy, the planet and your health. Georgia Ricard reveals how to tell what’s what.If you...
VarietiesSweet corn is not sold by variety, but classified by the kernel (or corn-on-the-cob) colour – either white, yellow or mixed. Corn cobs...
VarietiesGreen kiwifruit – with bright green flesh and furry skin – are the most commonly available. There is also a gold variety, with...
VarietiesBrussels sprouts are part of the cabbage family, and are not sold by variety.BuyingChoose small Brussels sprouts, with bright, tightly...
VarietiesThe most popular varieties are Kensington Pride, R2E2, Kent, Hayden, Keitt, Palmer, Irwin and Tommy Atkins.BuyingChoose mangoes that are...
Varieties/availabilityAll year round depending on the variety. In autumn and winter, Braeburn, Fuji, Jonagold, Jonathon, Pink Lady and Royal Gala are...