Food Features
Find out more about the nutritional qualities of seasonal foods and explore the wonders they have to offer.
Sweet Potatoes
Autumn and winter are the seasons for sweet potatoes! So let’s take a look at what this root vegetable has to offer.
Beetroots
Beetroots are a powerhouse of nutrients and lend to both sweet and savoury dishes! With their vibrant dark reddish-purple hues and sweet, earthy flavour, they may be slightly intimidating to cook with, but it’s worth the effort. So here are some reasons to add beetroots to your plate!
Figs
Figs - ficus carica - are one of the oldest cultivated fruits! Originally from Asia, they are now grown across the Mediterranean and come in 4 main colours: white, green, red and purple/black. With their soft texture, delicate aroma, and sweet flavour, figs are a really versatile food, so let’s take a look at what they have to offer!
Dark Chocolate
Do we need another reason to love chocolate? Let’s still take a closer look as dark chocolate may have more health benefits than you think! So keep reading!
Clementines
Citrus fruits are all the rave in the wintertime. From grapefruit to orange and the smaller mandarins, there's really something for everyone. But let’s take a look at the smallest of them all, the sweet & easy to peel clementine!
Winter Squash
Winter Squash just brings some colour to the cold weather days, ranging from yellow to orange to dark green and even some with various tones. We can add winter squash to our plates in so many ways, so let’s explore what they have to offer!
Pomegranate
Pomegranates are in season! Although they may seem intimidating with their tough, leathery skin, it’s worth the effort to get to those crunchy, juicy ruby-red seeds - a.k.a arils - full of deliciousness. So let’s take a closer look at what makes pomegranates so beneficial!
Bell Pepper
Bell peppers - also known as Capsicum or Sweet peppers - are colourful, versatile, and add a delightful sweetness to your dishes. Since bell peppers are in season from June through to September, let’s take a look at what they have to offer…
Strawberries
Strawberries, the most popular berry fruit globally, are in season - May to July! With their bright red flesh, juicy texture, and sweetness, strawberries are a great addition to any meal, whether savoury or sweet.
Cauliflower
Commonly known for their pale appearance, cauliflowers - a cruciferous vegetable - actually come in a variety of colours - from orange to purple - and present a variety of nutritional and health benefits.
Oats
What often comes to mind when we think about oats is porridge/oatmeal, and whether you love it or hate it, oats are a nutritional powerhouse with many health benefits, on top of being versatile and cheap. Keep reading for nutrition facts and the health benefits of adding oats to your diet.