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We’ve all been told to eat with the seasons, but why is it so important? Well, there are several reasons.<\/p>\n

Firstly, it’s a matter of abundance. Seasonal fruits and vegetables are more readily available and don’t require long-distance transportation, which lowers prices and the impact on the environment. It also means more flavour. As Chef Caitlin writes in her piece “Embracing a seasonal menu<\/a>“, out-of-season produce just doesn\u2019t taste the same! Naturally ripened ingredients, influenced by local weather conditions, taste far superior to any cold-stored, imported, or greenhouse-grown fruit or veg. And, lastly, it provides a diverse culinary experience. Different vegetables are accessible throughout the year, allowing for new and exciting ingredients in your meals.<\/p>\n

For a helpful reference, download our seasonal guide<\/a> to fruits and vegetables in South Africa. It will make it so much easier to explore the best ingredients to use each season, whether you’re cooking at home or planning a restaurant menu.<\/p>\n

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To keep track of which fruits and vegetables are in season in South Africa throughout the year.<\/p>\n

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Spring<\/h3>\n
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Vegetables:<\/strong> Artichokes, Asparagus, Baby marrows, Broad beans, Brussels sprouts, Butternut, Carrots, Kale, Leafy greens, Onions, Parsnips, Peas, Potatoes, Rhubarb, Spinach, Turnips, Watercress[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”Summer” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Summer” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Summer<\/h3>\n
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Vegetables:<\/strong> Artichokes, Asparagus, Aubergines, Baby marrows, Beetroot, Butternut, Corn, Green beans, Onions, Peppers, Potatoes, Radishes, Rhubarb, Sweet potatoes, Tomatoes[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”Autumn” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Autumn” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Autumn<\/h3>\n
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Vegetables:<\/strong> Aubergines, Baby marrows, Beetroot, Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, Butternut, Carrots, Leeks, Onions, Parsnip, Potatoes, Radishes, Squash, Sweet peppers, Sweet potatoes, Tomatoes, Turnips[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”Winter” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Winter” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Winter<\/h3>\n
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Vegetables:<\/strong> Asparagus, Beetroot, Brussels sprouts, Broccoli, Carrots, Jerusalem artichokes, Kale, Mushrooms, Onions, Parsnips, Peas, Potatoes, Pumpkin, Radishes, Spinach, Sweet potatoes, Turnips, Watercress[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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