Pomegranates are a favourite addition to classic rice and couscous dishes of the Middle East and ground meat dishes of India and Pakistan. They add sweetness and something special to a dish. Pomegranates are in season now, and the quality is excellent.

New-season Imperial mandarins are a delicious citrus fruit known for their juicy and fragrant flesh. They are easy to peel, making them a convenient and popular snack option. Not only are they tasty, but they are also a healthy natural source of vitamin C, which helps support a healthy immune system.

Fuyu fruit, also known as sweet persimmon, is a type of persimmon known for its sweet and mild flavour. Unlike other varieties, sweet persimmons can be enjoyed when they are still firm and crisp without becoming mushy or astringent.

Sweet, succulent figs are still available at your local greengrocer, but only for a little longer. Roasting figs brings out their natural sweetness and creates a delicious caramelised flavour. Cut the figs in half and roast them in the oven with a drizzle of honey or balsamic vinegar and a sprinkle of cinnamon or rosemary.

Tangy autumn limes are loaded with juicy goodness.

Kale is a nutritional powerhouse that brings both flavour and versatility. Enjoy it raw in salads or sautéed with garlic for a savoury side. Blend it into smoothies for a nutritious boost, or bake it into crispy chips for a guilt-free snack. With kale, the options are endless and delicious!

Whether you prefer them baked, microwaved, mashed, or boiled, potatoes are the perfect canvas for delicious meals. Remember, it's not the potato that adds kilojoules, but what you choose to pair it with.

dd broccolini in the trolley this week. It's a healthy choice and delicious for steamed, sautéed, roasted, or grilled. Cooking broccolini on the char grill adds a tasty smoky flavour. Serve as a side dish or chop and add to salads.

Bok choy, choy sum, and gai lum are Asian leafy greens that are not only fast to cook but also packed with essential nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin A, folate, and antioxidants while low in kilojoules. This week, you can steam or stir-fry them for a quick and healthy meal

The new season of Victorian artichokes has started. These delicious and nutritious vegetables are rich in antioxidants, fibre, and minerals.

Carrots are stars in the kitchen in the cooler months. Use vivid carrots for soups, roasting, mashing, casseroles, and stir-fries. Roasting in the air fryer with fresh thyme makes them delicious and easy to prepare. A one-kilo bag is a thrifty purchase.

Pumpkins' golden flesh and natural sweetness offer so many possibilities. Roast with chopped sage and toss pumpkin through pasta, gnocchi, or an autumn salad.

Rosemary is delicious, teamed with pumpkin, lamb, garlic, parmesan cheese, potatoes, yoghurt, chicken and pork. Picture succulent cubes of lamb or pork threaded onto fragrant rosemary skewers, sizzling on the barbecue. The aroma is irresistible, and the flavours are divine.