As we enter ANZAC Day, we honour the courage, sacrifice, and spirit of all the Australian and New Zealand service men and women who have served our country. Whether you are gathering with family and friends this ANZAC Day long weekend or having a quiet weekend on your own, enjoy dishes inspired by the freshest produce that Australian growers have to offer, sourced from the Brisbane Markets, available at your local, independent A better choice! fruit and veg store .
This week’s pick of the week is Cauliflower. Grown in Stanthorpe, these beauties offer incredible value and unbeatable quality. Packed with vitamin C, calcium, iron, and magnesium, they are a nutritional powerhouse. If you are looking for a quick and easy dinner that packs vegetables into your diet, give these Cauliflower, Zucchini and Halloumi Fritters a try.
With Zucchini supplies coming in strong from Bundaberg, Stanthorpe, and Victoria, now is the time to get creative in the kitchen. Known for being incredibly versatile, Zucchinis are perfect for spiralling into noodles, grating into sauces, or even roasting. Also, thanks to their mild flavour, they are a must-have to hide in dishes for fussy eaters.
Give Wombok the spotlight it deserves by whipping up a Wombok inspired stir-fry, salad or soup this week. This tender, tasty Cabbage, grown in Stanthorpe and Toowoomba, has great culinary potential and is full of health benefits, so there is no reason not to buy some this week! Popular in the kitchen for both its taste and versatility, Wombok can absorb the flavours of sauces and spices which makes it a great addition to many dishes.
Another seasonal treat to look out for, also grown in Stanthorpe, is Persimmons. These vibrant, tasty fruits can be eaten fresh, dried, or even baked. If you are a Persimmon lover and want to savour the flavour of this yummy seasonal produce, try this Jam. Yum!
Crunchy, sweet, sometimes tart, and super juicy, Apples are the perfect fruit for any occasion. No matter if you are a red or green Apple advocate, visit the A better choice! website for plenty of Apple inspiration. For the Red Apple enthusiasts, try this mouthwatering Apple and Prosciutto Focaccia Sandwich, and for the Green Apple lover, try this Apple and Cinnamon Tart, a classic dessert for those cooler nights. Due to the many varieties of Apples available, there are plenty around coming from Stanthorpe, New South Wales and Victoria.
Every A better choice! fruit and veg store proudly supports Australian growers. By shopping local, you are not only enjoying top-quality produce, but you are also helping support hardworking farmers in your community. So, as the long weekend rolls on, make it delicious and head to your local A better choice! store and fill your basket with the best of local, fresh produce.
About Brisbane Markets
As Queensland’s only central fruit and vegetable market, the Brisbane Markets is the state’s most important centre for the marketing and distribution of fresh fruit and vegetables. It records an annual trade of over 700 million kilograms of produce valued at more than $2 billion.
An important economic and employment hub, more than 4,500 people work or do business at the markets each day through over 170 businesses. This includes over 45 wholesalers who receive fresh produce from over 7,000 growers and trade five days a week to more than 800 registered buyers.
