Q: What does Paisley pattern have to do with Mangoes? It’s easy to tell when mangoes are in full swing at the Sydney Markets, not only are the luscious yellow fruits clearly in abundance but their sweet, tropical aroma literally takes over the Flemington site, distracting buyers and visitors with early morning visions of cocktails … Continue reading
Q: Why is Australian white asparagus priced significantly higher than green? The end of August is always a period of transition for food lovers, however this year seems especially tough- cold weather along the Eastern Seaboard is slowing supply and hiking up prices on a long list of produce items, ironically just in time for … Continue reading
Q: How big is the catering operation at the Olympics? The world’s eye is fixed squarely on the London Olympics this week and while the weather has been mixed and the Badminton players suspect, the quality of the games overall has been exceptional. Beyond the individual sports, British culture is also in the limelight, so … Continue reading
Q: Can you really buy Artichoke brandy? Recently a fellow food lover lamented that Winter was a “boring time of year for fruit and veg, there just isn’t much to get excited about”. I can understand the sentiment, at this time of year the markets are brimming with root vegetables, cabbages, apples, pears- all wonderfully … Continue reading
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