Let’s talk about honey. Were you aware that FarmGate Online stocks two types of honey (regular and creamed honey) sourced locally from our beautiful Mornington Penninsula? Honey is an incredibly versatile ingredient. It can ...
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Let’s talk about sweet potatoes. Sweet potatoes are in their peak season between May and July. So it’s the perfect time for you to add these into your next FarmGate Online order. In Australia, ...
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Let’s talk about oats. Last week saw us celebrate whole grain week so I thought it was only apt that we take a closer look at oats. Most of you will be familiar with ...
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Let’s talk about apples. We all know the saying: ‘An apple a day keeps the doctor away.’ But is there any truth to it? Let’s take a look at this popular fruit and why it ...
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Let’s talk about swedes. Typically when I think about swedes, I think of my grandmother’s home-style cooking. Roast meat with an assortment of vegetables and mashed swede on the side. If I’m entirely honest, ...
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Let’s talk about brussels sprouts. Generally speaking, people have very strong opinions when it comes to brussels sprouts. You either love them or you hate them. In my house this is definitely the case. ...
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Let’s talk about daikon. Daikon, commonly known as white radish, is used frequently in Asian cuisine. It is one of the most commonly used brassica* vegetables, particularly in Japan. It isn’t quite as peppery ...
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What is the definition of a ‘super-food?’ Before we talk about turmeric, I think we need to talk about ‘super-foods.’ For those of you who aren’t familiar with my posts, this might be a ...
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Let’s talk about food waste on a national level. Currently, it is hard to estimate the effect that food waste is having on our environment and our economy. This is due to the difficulty ...
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Build your own breakfast box. One of the things I love most about FarmGate Online (apart from the delicious, local and sustainable produce) is the convenience of having food delivered straight to my doorstep. It ...
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Let’s talk about potatoes. You may or may not know the reason behind the creation of FarmGate Online. For those of you who are frequent customers, you may have already read this story on ...
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Let’s talk about ruby red grapefruits. Grapefruits are in their peak season between the months of April and November. Grapefruits typically get a bad rap. They are known to be nutrient dense and low ...
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