Sweet and juicy pears are ideal for poaching, roasting, or baking.

Winter strawberries from Queensland are eating beautifully — sweet, juicy, and full of flavour, however you may find them a little more this week, due to the cold overnight temperatures

Brown onions develop a sweet flavour when cooked and are perfect for casseroles, soups, risottos, and caramelising.

Fennel offers mild aniseed flavour. Enjoy pan-fried with garlic, tossed through spaghetti, or baked alongside fish or chicken

Tender and mild in flavour, zucchini is a top buy this week. It's perfect for adding to stir-fries, pasta dishes, fritters, or roasting with herbs and olive oil. For a simple side, try slicing zucchinis and grilling them until golden and delicious!

Parsnips are a winter favourite, offering sweet, earthy flavour and creamy texture when cooked. Perfect for roasting, mashing with potato, or adding to soups and casseroles.

Kale is rich in vitamins C, iron, calcium, and potassium. It's a nutrient-packed addition to stir-fries or pasta

Full of goodness and great quality, Brussels sprouts are delicious roasted, steamed or stir-fried with bok choy and chicken

Asian vegetables like gai lum, pak choy, and choy sum are excellent in stir-fries. They’re super value and add freshness and crunch.

Swedes are delicious in winter soups, stews, or mashed. They pair well with beetroot and beef.

Mushrooms are a natural source of vitamin D — great for bone health in winter. Add button, cup, or flat mushrooms to pasta, soups, or meatloaf