Easter Deliveries
No Deliveries Easter Monday – Due to Sydney Markets being closed, unfortunately we are unable to deliver on Monday 20th April
No deliveries Wednesday 23rd April for Northern Suburbs –
Unfortunately we will be unable to deliver to some areas around Normanhurst, Wahroonga, Hornsby and surrounding suburbs for this week only. Our driver, Brett, who covers these areas is unable to work due to a family emergency.. At this late stage, and due to Easter break and short week, we are unable to find a replacement driver. We apologise for any convenience caused, and look forward to serving you in the week commencing 28th April.
EGGS
There have been several wholesale price increases over the last few months. Reasons are numerous, and include supply shortages, the general cost of production and bird flu, particularly overseas. It is expected that the situation may only become worse over the coming months, with more shortages and price increases expected.
VEGETABLES
*** Recent heavy rain, particularly in Queensland has affected the supply of vegetables, and some fruits. Market prices are higher than usual for many items, however quality is generally very good***
Asparagus – Australian has ended. We don’t stock imported Aparagus. The new Australian season will begin around August / September
Beans – Very good quality. Market prices is higher than usual
Broccoli – Victorian and Tasmanian seasons – very good quality and value
Brussels Sprouts – Season has continued for longer this year – quality and value remain very good
Cabbages – Locally grown – very good quality
Capsicums – QLD season. Both reds and green are very good quality and value
Carrots – Premium quality, tender and sweet. It’s always best to store carrots in a plastic bag or tupperware, to prevent them from drying out and turning limp.
Caulitflower – Victorian season. Very good quality however market price is above average
Corn – Victorian season – very good quality
Cucumbers – Locally grown. Have become scarce over recent weeks. Telegraph Cucumbers are very good quality and value
Lettuce – Supply and quality of baby spinach, roquette, mixed leaf and Iceberg are very good.
Onions – -Quality and value are very good
Potatoes – Supply of all varieties has improved in recent weeks – quality is very good.
Snowpeas / Sugarsnap – Locally grown snows and snaps are now in season – very good quality and value
Sweet potatoes – Excellent quality and value
Tomatoes – Supplies of round has improved. Romas are scarce and the market price of Truss has increased in the last week. Cherry and grape tomatoes are good quality
Zucchini – Locally grown – very good quality
FRUIT
Apples – The new season for Pink Lady has commenced – quality is excellent and value should improve over the coming weeks. New season Kanzi are excellent quality and value – red / pink skin, juicy and crisp. New season Galas are very good, however may tend to turn floury after a few days in the fruit bowl.
Avocados – New season Sheperds are very good quality. They should be slightly soft to touch before cutting. Hass are scarce and out of season.
Bananas – Despite all over the recent wet weather in QLD, supply and quality are quite good.
Berries – Blueberries, Raspberries and Blackberries are all quite scarce. Not a great time for berries due to recent widespread rain.
Grapes – Green Globes (seedless) are excellent quality. Crimson seedlesss are very good quality and excellent value.
Kiwifruit – The Australian season will commence very soon.
Lemons – Both Lemons and Limes are very good quality and value
Mandarins – The new season for Imperials has commenced. Quality is very good and value will improve over the coming weeks.
Mangos – QLD Kensington Pride has finished. There are some late season varieties which are trickling in to the Market, however their eating value is inconsistent
Oranges – Valencias are coming towards the end of their season – quality and value remain very good. Navels will commence in another week or so
Passionfruit – Quality is very good – price is above average
Pears – New season Packams have commenced – quality is very good
Pineapples -Improved supplies over the last week
Rockmelons – Very good quality however market price is above average
Stonefruit – The season for Peaches and Nectarines is now over. Plums are in season and quality is very good.
Strawberries – Victorian season. Scarce – not a great time for strawberries right now due to unfavouable growing conditions. The best way to extend the life of berries is to remove them from their punnet and place on paper towel in the fridge. Only wash them just prior to eating.
Watermelon – Very good quality and value
When unpacking your produce, it should be handled as carefully as possible to minimise damage and bruising. Vegetables will store best in plastic bags or tupperware to prevent them from drying out in the fridge – especially for carrots and broccoli. Most fruits will generally stay fresher in the fridge. However, to maximise flavour, tomatoes should not be refrigerated.