We are so much more than just a Fish Market, and as the weather warms up, there’s never been a better time to visit our on-site green-grocer, Fruitezy. We asked owner Max Filipe to fill us in on his top fruit and veg picks for spring, so you know what’s freshest and tastiest right now. 

Green Asparagus 

Aussie-grown green asparagus is abundant at the moment. Look for firm, even-sized spears with tightly-closed tips. To prepare, snap off the tough ends and cook the spears in simmering salted water for 2-3 minutes until just tender. Enjoy this vegetable hot or cold in salads, with poached eggs, or paired with delicious sauces like hollandaise or melted butter. 

Queensland Strawberries 

Sweet and succulent Queensland strawberries are back in abundance! Slice them onto your favourite breakfast cereal with yoghurt, toss them into fruit salads, or blend them into healthy smoothies. For a delightful dessert, mix strawberries with fresh blueberries for a match made in spring heaven. Or, indulge in Fruitezy’s Belgian chocolate-dipped strawberries at Sydney Fish Market for a decadent treat. 

Mangoes from Darwin 

The harvesting of fragrant and juicy Kensington Pride mangoes has begun, promising a bumper season. Let firm mangoes ripen at room temperature until the flesh yields to gentle pressure around the stem. Dice a ripe mango and create a spicy salsa with coriander, chopped chili, and red onion to serve with prawns or fish – a burst of tropical flavour! 

Blueberries 

Blueberry lovers, rejoice! Antioxidant-rich blueberries are now in abundance, and prices are easing. Add a punnet to your shopping list and enjoy them as a healthy snack, in breakfast cereals, or tossed into fresh spring salads. For an extra special treat, make some blueberry pancakes, dusted with icing sugar and served with banana slices and extra blueberries. 

Broad Beans 

Choose firm, pale green broad beans with plump pods for the most tender beans. Cook them in boiling water for 2 minutes, then peel the tough outer skins to reveal their delicate flavour. Broad beans team up superbly with lamb, mushrooms, or artichokes. Add them to salads and risottos, or puree them for a tasty dip. They are an excellent source of fibre, niacin, iron, and vitamin C. 

Herbs 

Revitalise any spring recipe with the invigorating aroma of fresh herbs! Pair dill with seafood, oregano with lamb, and let coriander enliven your curries. 
 

Spring is all about embracing nature's bounty, and at Fruitezy, the team is delighted to bring you the finest seasonal produce. Pop into Fruitezy at the back of our arcade to take your spring cooking to the next level!