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Box Divvy Rhodes

Locality: Sydney, Australia

Address: Llewellyn Street 2138 Sydney, NSW, Australia

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25.01.2022 Thanks Box Divvy Cowan Fraser, the news is out! #boxdivvy #freshproduce #sustainableseafood #grassfedbeef #oberonlamb

25.01.2022 This really does just say it all! Thanks Box Divvy Chatswood Mann #eatlocal #eatfresh #boxdivvy #rhodesllewellynhub

24.01.2022 Backyard Growers supplying Box Divvy One of our aims this year is to start neighbours growing and selling into their local Box Divvy Food Hub. Julie-ann in Farmborough Heights is one of our first home grower who will sell her wonderful limes, red chard, bay leaves and red chilli. (You may recall that from time to time, weve sourced parsley and mint from Said Bayeh in Ermington he started it all!) We hope that backyard growers will eventually contribute 10-20% of our food s...upply, which will bolster food security at a time of rapid climate change and possible future pandemics. The way to change things is to let communities run it. Backyard growers can apply to supply their produce to one or more hubs in a region by emailing us. Part of the requirements is to have their soil tested for the presence of heavy metals by the VegeSafe program. This began in September of 2013 at Macquarie Universitys Open Day event, where free soil testing for was offered to attendees. Since then, they have analysed over 15,000 soil samples from 3,200 Australian homes. In order to keep the program running and accessible to all, the VegeSafe program, a not-for-profit, needs your support. We ask that you pay $40 to cover the costs of the soil analysis, time involved, data privacy security and laboratory consumables. Once you receive the certificate, we will refund you $20. You can email receipt along with a soil health report. To get your soil tested, please visit https://research.science.mq.edu.au/vege/how-to-participate/ #backyardgrowers #eatfresh #eatlocally #reducefoodmile #consumemindfully #boxdivvy #rhodesllewellynhub See more

24.01.2022 Even if youre not a fan of grapefruit, these are worth trying out and not just for the Vitamin C: the red colour in Rubys is caused by lycopene, a carotenoid phytonutrient thats also found in tomatoes, watermelon, red cabbagebasically any red or purple coloured fruit or vegetables. Lycopene helps fight cancer by attacking free radicals that can change normal cells into cancer cells. Regular consumption of lycopene-rich foods (including green tea by-the-way) can reduce the risk of for example prostate cancer by 86%, according to an article in the Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition. And if thats not enough, grapefruit also helps reduce levels of (bad) LDL cholesterol, helps prevent kidney stones and protects against Colon Cancer. #rubygrapefruit #sogoodforyou #healthylife #boxdivvy

22.01.2022 The importance of local Having worked with over 15 local growers from Wilberforce to Horsley Park and Leppington has made us appreciate the hard work they do, in sometimes challenging conditions. But they are important in other ways, especially for their local communities. Over the past 12 months, we or rather: you! have injected almost $1.3m into these local communities on Sydneys fringe. And much of that money is spent again with other local businesses bakeries,... flower shops, car mechanics. According to some research, the multiplier effect of spending local can be as high as $3.50 for every dollar that goes into these communities. Of course, there are other compelling reasons for buying local: the produce is fresher, has a lower carbon footprint, is mostly chemical-free, and in line with our own seasons. And as we grow, we help them plan what they plant and how much. #reducefoodmiles #eastfresh #eatlocal #boxdivvy #rhodesllewellynhub See more

22.01.2022 Turmeric - has amazing properties. It looks a bit like ginger and its warm, peppery and earthy in taste. So what is so good about it? It has lots of iron and manganese. Turmerics active ingredient, Curcumin has shown to lower cholesterol by working in tandem with the liver to remove harmful cholesterol from the body. It has antiseptic, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. You can also use as a natural liver detoxifier and let keeping weight off by helping speed... up the metabolism. How to store - In an air-tight container keep roots in a cool dark dry place. You can freeze the roots then grate them when you need them. What to do with it? Steps to prepare them: first clean the rhizomes then in a saucepan of hot water boil for 45 minutes. Let cool then peel skin off. Dry one week or use oven method below. When dry grind either using mortar and pestle or a food processor. Oven dry: If you peel the turmeric and very thinly slice it, lay out on oven paper. Then put it in a very low heat oven (50C) let it roast for a few hours until it is crisp dry. Grind it up in a spice grinder. As a tea - Grate a little turmeric into a small sieve, put boiling water over it, let it sit for a few minutes and drink it as a tea. See more

22.01.2022 Our local Growers, Steve and Sam Grima from Horsley Park are over the Rainbow with Colourful Swiss Chard different shades of red, orange, pink and yellow. Packed with flavanoids, a powerful antioxidant that can help prevent cancer. The flavanoids attack free radicals associated with the creation of rogue cells that can lead to cancer. Not just a pretty colour!

22.01.2022 Great idea! Thanks Box Divvy West Ryde - Dickson

22.01.2022 Supermarkets under renewed scrutiny After generally good reviews of how the major supermarkets have conducted themselves during the COVID lockdown, things seem to be sliding a bit. Dont get us wrong, were not into supermarket bashing but Colesworth need to lift their game a bit if theyre serious about competing with Box Divvy . Unfortunately, supermarkets have an unhealthy (financial) addiction to promoting unhealthy products. Therefore, the quickest way to lose weigh...t and eat healthier food isto avoid supermarkets altogether. Itll save you calories, and itll save you money. Thats why Box Divvy is seriously committed to increasing our product range across most food categories meat, seafood, dairy and packaged food but wont be selling sugary drinks and junk foods. **stand by as we get this set up, and we will let you know when were getting close to getting it happening. #eatfresh #eathealthy #livehealthy #supportlocal #boxdivvy #rhodesllewellynhub See more

21.01.2022 It's Quince season! If youve ever slow-cooked quince for dessert or turned it into quince paste, you will be excited about the start of the quince season. If youve never had quince, do not eat it raw: it tastes horrible, and you might lose a few teeth. Slow-cook quince in the oven in some water, sugar, red wine and cinnamon for 3-4 hours on low, and it will transform into a ruby-red, fragrant dessert or try this Quince and Apple Crumble

18.01.2022 One of Box Divvy's favs, Charlie Vella's farm is in Freemans Reach where he and his three sons are working the rich soil of the Hawkesbury region. This week theyre picking Wombok (small head), celery, rhubarb, silverbeet and green kale. Check this price comparison: Box Divvy to the big supermarkets and Harris Farm #unsupermarket #boxdivvy #leafygreens #eatfresh

18.01.2022 The importance of local Having worked with over 15 local growers from Wilberforce to Horsley Park and Leppington has made us appreciate the hard work they do, in sometimes challenging conditions. But they are important in other ways, especially for their local communities. Over the past 12 months, we or rather: you! have injected almost $1.3m into these local communities on Sydneys fringe. And much of that money is spent again with other local businesses bakeries, flo...wer shops, car mechanics. According to some research, the multiplier effect of spending local can be as high as $3.50 for every dollar that goes into these communities. Of course, there are other compelling reasons for buying local: the produce is fresher, has a lower carbon footprint, is mostly chemical-free, and in line with our own seasons. And as we grow, we help them plan what they plant and how much #reducefoodmiles #unsupermarket #eatfresh #boxdivvy See more

17.01.2022 To show you how cheap the citrus is, here is a handy price comparison: Box Divvy citrus is between 32% and 65% cheaper than the majors and that includes some supermarket specials. #unsupermarket #savemoney #freshproduce #boxdivvy #rhodesllewellyn

16.01.2022 Great idea ! Thanks Box Divvy Kurri Kurri Merthyr. Frozen Strawberry Daiquiris anyone

15.01.2022 Kim and Laks Ung from Golden Fields in Wallacia are expecting a bumper crop of both green (also called: black) zucchini and grey (also called Lebanese) zucchini. There are not many grey zucchini growers and with low supply, they often sell over $6/Kg. In fact, in Harris Farm Online they’re currently $8.99 so anywhere below $4 is positively cheap! Lebanese zucchini are often stuffed with a mixture of rice, meat, dried fruit and herbs. They tend to stay firmer when baked ...in tomato sauce, whilst green zucchini tends to go a little soggy. They’re also sweeter and nuttier, whilst green zucchini is more neutral in flavour. At these prices, you can have both! See more

14.01.2022 Zucchini Flowers from Charlie Vella Charlies Freemans Reach farm has traditionally produced zucchini flowers, the bulk of which are sold to restaurants but theyre not buying much these days. Just our luck! Hes selling them in a tray of 50, and were divvying them in serves of 6 flowers. They are great for stuffing with anything from ricotta, to fetta and basil, and then deep-fry them in some batter. Theyre $4.76 per serve, which works out at 80c each. ... Almost certainly the cheapest zucchini flowers in Sydney! See more

14.01.2022 Its Red Cabbage week next week: both Steve Grima in Horsley Park and Gerard Saad in Wilberforce will be picking them in big numbers. Why big numbers? Because theyre only $2.27 each and we think youll be ordering them by the wagonload. However, its an early pick so they will be on the smaller side - around the size of a large grapefruit. The colouring in red cabbage is a plant pigment called anthocyanins. In fact, scientists have discovered 36 different anthocyanins in ...red cabbage that help with brain function, concentration and the prevention of nerve damage not to mention gut health, protecting your heart, reducing inflammation and a bunch of other benefits. Getting a good balance of nutrients from fresh food is now more important than ever not just to maintain a healthy body, but also to maintain brain health. Why? Well, weve just been locked up, effectively under house-arrest for weeks on end without being able to socialise, entertain and do all the things wed normally take for granted. Even for the best of us, this creates a bit of a mental health strain. And the worst thing we can do is turn to ultra-processed comfort food TimTams, Cheetos, and even jars of processed pasta sauce are all bad, according to our new internet celebrity chef Nats What I Reckon There's also "brain manure" Jacka's name for BDNF (brain derived neurotrophic factor), a protein that acts like fertiliser, helping to maintain existing brain cells and grow new ones, according to an interesting article in the SMH about the link between processed foods and mental health. Its worth reading. #redcabbage #brainmanure #boxdivvy #supportlocalfarmers #reducefoodmiles See more

14.01.2022 Bananas: the Case for Coffs Great fruit choices galore this week, starting with bananas: the warmer weather is bringing on bigger crops and lower prices. After selling around $2.50 for most of winter and spring, they have now dropped to under $2. That alone is a good reason for going big this week. But here are a few other considerations: 95% of Box Divvy bananas are sourced mainly from the Coffs region from Scotts Head to Woolgoolga and some from northern NSW around M...urwillumbah. Transport from Coffs (530kms from Sydney) uses about 80% fewer food miles compared with Queensland bananas, most of which are grown in Innesfail, south of Cairns Because of the more humid climate in North Qld, the crop requires a fair amount of ag chemicals fungicides and pesticides mainly to maintain their good looks. That is important, as the major supermarkets only buy Qld bananas and cosmetics are considered more important than flavour and nutrition. By contrast, Coffs bananas use little or no chemicals at all. What’s more: because it’s a little cooler than Qld, it takes an extra 1-2 months to bring the fruit to maturity. That makes the Coffs bananas noticeably sweeter. That said, they may not always win a beauty contest! Lower input and transport cost plus Box Divvy’s low-cost model mean they are consistently 30-40% cheaper than supermarket bananas What’s more: bananas are remarkably healthy. They provide lots of energy, but still have a lower GI (Glycaemic Index) than sweet potatoes and pumpkin. That means blood sugar rises only gradually after eating a banana. They’re also full of vitamin B6 important for the manufacture of red blood cells as well as potassium (good for brain development and maintaining healthy blood pressure) and fibre (including pectin, which can help prevent colon cancer). Did we mention they’re fat-free and cholesterol-free? Little wonder that bananas are Australia’s number one selling fruit! #reducefoodmiles #unsupermarket #boxdivvy #rhodesllewellynhub See more

13.01.2022 Large, flat Mushrooms, great value this week - ready for your imagination or this recipe

13.01.2022 Raymond Camilleri wants to give you a piece of rainbow ...... rainbow carrots! Raymond farms in 2 places: he has a few acres at the back of his place in Castlereagh where he grows zucchini, eggplant and capsicum over summer and in Freemans Reach about 30 acres owned by his mum - with Tuscan kale, silverbeet, broccoli (not ready yet), cauliflower (ditto) and carrots. He lost a lot of produce during the floods in February and is only just getting back on his feet. The rainbow carrots sell for $2.72 a bunch. He also has good bunches of golden beetroot for the same price. #freshproduce #lowfoodmiles #supportlocalfarmers #different #unsupermarket #boxdivvy #rhodesllewellyn

12.01.2022 This is a great 'how to' thanks Box Divvy Shell Harbour-Barrack Join our hub here on the page #boxsharing #Freshproduce #boxdivvy #rhodesllewellynhub

12.01.2022 Time for some maths! What about some Fibonacci ratios? This goes back to the early 1200s when Italian Mathematician Leonardo of Pisa published an interesting sequence (described in Indian mathematics as early as 200 BC) that goes like this: 0, 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21, 34, 55, 89, and so on. Each number is the sum of the previous 2 numbers, so in this sequence the next number would be (55+89=) 144. What is the use of that, you may ask?? Ah, glad you asked! For starters,... when you divide any number in the above sequence by the next (e.g. 21 -/- 34, or 34 -/- 55), youll get to 0.618: this is known as the Golden Ratio, which can be found anywhere. For example, many pictures and paintings throughout history unwittingly have used this ratio because its pleasing to the human eye. Its also found in nature, in the shells of sea slugs, the branching of trees, how leaves on a stem are arranged, the fruitlets of a pineapple, the flowering of artichoke, an uncurling fern and the spirals of the Romanesco cauliflower grown by Steve Grima in Horsley Park! See more

11.01.2022 Lose weight with Grapefruit Juice Wanting to keep the winter cushion at bay? Lose weight with Ruby Grapefruit Juice. Ruby Grapefruits ability to lower insulin levels allows the body to use food for energy rather than storing it as fat. A study published in October 2014 in a peer-reviewed journal PLOS ONE, (https://news.berkeley.edu//grapefruit-juice-stems-weight-/) two UC Berkeley faculty members led the new research showing improved levels of glucose, insulin and a type of fat called triacylglycerol compared with their water-drinking counterparts. #worthatry #rubygrapefruit #healthylife #boxdivvy

10.01.2022 Variety is the spice of life and healthy guts Research suggests that people who eat at least 30 different plant-based foods each week have more varied gut bacteria, and ultimately a healthier gut microbiome as a result. Mixing up the plant foods we eat exposes the body to different mixes of dietary fibre and key nutrients, which in turn plays a key role in maximising the types and quality of bacteria in the gut. Thirty different plant-based foods per week sounds like a lot, but its actually not that hard when you consider it includes grains, seeds, fruit, vegetables, nuts, dried beans and legumes. And the low Box Divvy prices keep it affordable. #guthealth #eatplantbased #eathealthy #boxdivvy #rhodellewellynhub

10.01.2022 Freshly Roasted Coffee Anyone? Fancy some premium quality-coffee, roasted only days ago? Daring blends and exciting single origins from small growers in Guatemala or Timor? You really dont fancy forking out upwards of $50 a Kg? Thanks to the exclusive partnership between Black Market Roasters and Box Divvy, were able to bring you this amazing coffee for $38-$46 a Kg. #greatcoffee #freshroasted #unsupermarket #boxdivvy

09.01.2022 Local grower has a bit of Tuscan Raymond Camilleri from Freemans Reach, north of Sydney, has loads of Tuscan kale and he wants you to buy it! At just $1.69 a bunch (and theyre good bunches, too) you could shred some into your pasta sauce, frittata or omelette or simply blanch in stock with some garlic and cream. And still have kale left over. The Italians call it Cavalo Nero: that sounds like you might want to pay $5 a bunch in Leichhardt. Actually, you wont need to go th...at far: theyre $5 in Woolworths, or $5.69 in Harris Farmnah! Ok Raymond, bring it on! Why not try a Tuscan Kale stir-fry Tuscan cabbage is an ideal leafy green for Asian-style stir-fries because it gives a chewy texture. It just loves being marinated in lemon juice before stir frying. Best of all it doesnt disintegrate like spinach and holds its shape so there is greenery left after the stir-fry. Or simply shred it, quickly steam it, pour your favourite sauce ie. soy over it and pop over the top of a poached egg. #tuscankale #eatyourgreens #freshproduce #supportlocalfarmers #unsupermarket #boxdivvy #rhodesllewellynhub See more

09.01.2022 Apricot prices are crashing, and it’s only week 2 You know it’s going to be a good apricot season when there’s this much supply this early in the season. Give them enough time to ripen and they’ll taste sensational. Did you know that apricots allegedly give you a long life expectancy? There are several stories of mountain villages across south-Asia from Kazakhstan to Pakistan where people regularly live to over 100 years, and attribute their long lives toapricots. A...pparently high levels of antioxidant as well as vitamin B17 in apricots has contributed to very low cancer rates, as well as better heart health. Not only apricots are getting cheap, peaches, nectarines and cherries are following suit. Cherries have been a little tricky these past 2 weeks, with some soft fruit hitting the market. We’re navigating the supply with appropriate care and have temporarily halted the 2kg box from Boosey until the quality improves. See more

08.01.2022 Av an Avocado. Or two. Did you know that avocadoes dont ripen until theyre picked? Its actually the harvesting (picking) action that triggers the ripening process. The Hass avocadoes have a rough skin but a creamy texture. As the Hass ripens, its skin goes from green to a dark purple. Before cutting, make sure they have plenty of give when pressed: an unripe avocado is pretty tasteless. Why you ripen a Box Divvy Avocado.... Box Divvy Avocadoes will usually come to you hard as they have just been picked and not gassed in order to ripen them. Most supermarket avocadoes are gassed with ethylene to get them just right when they go onto the shelf. However, this will shorten its life: they tend to go brown within a few days of purchasing. Box Divvy avocadoes are left to ripen naturally. Whilst you might have to wait a little, theyll then last a week. See more

08.01.2022 To help you choose the one you might like, here are some notes on each of the blends and this months Single Origin from Guatemala. Liberty Blend Perfect for flat-whites and milk-based coffees, this premium blend has notes of cocoa, caramel and a touch of fruit. It showcases only the finest beans from Ethiopia, Brazil and Colombia. Decaf A chemical free, decaf, Single Origin coffee from Colombia that is all flavour minus the caffeine. It is smooth and sweet and totally del...icious! Oh! Organic Blend A duo blend of organic coffees from Colombia and PNG, with notes of honeycomb, caramel, and raisin sweetness this coffee is a great all-round coffee with a gorgeous mouthfeel. Single Origin: Guatemala Grown by the Vides family in Huehuetenango in northern Guatemala, the flavour is floral and fruity, with hints of toffee, apple, pear and grape. See more

08.01.2022 Citrus fruit from Navels to Ruby grapefruits are starting to get seriously cheap. Not only can you save some dough, a good dose of citrus will keep your bodys immune system strong and help prevent colds and flu. Did you know how much vitamin C (not to mention D, E and K) you get from Citrus? Here is a table showing the % of RDA (recommended daily allowance) of each variety: just one single medium ruby grapefruit will more than cover your daily vitamin C intake and so does a Navel orange.

07.01.2022 Love to be a part of #boxdivvy but there is no hub in your area? Have 3 hours per week, a space to pack, and savvy with facebook? Join a community of hubsters m...aking a difference to the way communities access fresh produce! Send me a message for more information!

06.01.2022 Green Cabbage Green Cabbage are low in GI. What does the GI index really mean. To keep warm we look to the foods with a low GI (glycaemic index) which rates carbohydrate foods on how quickly blood sugar/glucose levels increase in the 2 - 3 hours after eating as the carbs are converted into glucose, and low GI food means you will feel fuller for longer between meals. Very high glucose levels after meals, called glucose spikes, are damaging to our arteries and various blood ves...sels, and they promote too much insulin. When you eat low GI foods you avoid spikes and dramatic falls in blood-glucose and therefore, get a steadier stream of energy. A low GI can help people lose and manage weight; increase the body's sensitivity to insulin; reduce the risk of heart disease; improve blood cholesterol levels. Generally fat or protein doesnt increase glucose levels. There are variations in the amount of carbohydrate in food and this, in part, depends on where it is grown, the crop variety used and there are variations in processed foods too where the label presents an average of the carb per serving or 100g. Have you looked at the dinner plates of 50 years ago? They are 20-30 per cent smaller as their serving sizes were smaller. If potatoes are harvested before they mature they are low in starch & GI. Also low in GI are broccoli, capsicum, celery, cauliflower, cabbage, green beans, lettuce, onion, mushrooms, corn and sweet potato. When making your casseroles dont forget to blend in a little cornflour if they are too thin but blend well. They also freeze well so make double the portion and freeze half for another meal. #lowgi #greencabbage #energyfood #staywarm #boxdivvy #rhodesllewellynhub

06.01.2022 Box Divvy are excited to welcome Black Market Roasters to our family! Roasted and blended only days ago: flavours to tickle your fancy Most supermarket coffee is roasted months before it hits the shelf, and coffee starts going stale (the technical term is oxidises) as soon as it comes in contact with air So roasting (and grinding) your coffee only days prior to brewing makes a big difference, especially in preserving the fruitier flavours

06.01.2022 Backyard growers popping out of the woodwork all over NSW Hard on the heels of Jacs white radishes in Panania, Milperra Publics Veggie Patch produced some outstanding Dutch carrots and beetroots so fresh that the leaves were still rustling. From Jac: Beets and carrots were a raging success. The leaves of the beets being so fresh gives everyone more bang for their buck! The [Panania] hub really appreciates the extra effort and are more than happy to support the school gr...owers. Thanks again for making this happen. I think we're possibly the first in Sydney to be doing this! Exciting times! Yes, Jac and Milperra Public are spearheading Sydney but the Illawarra (Julieann and Philippa) got there first. Over the past few weeks, weve received 5 new inquiries from backyard growers from Sydney to the Central Coast so it looks like weve ignited something #eatfresh #eatlocal #boxdivvy #rhodesllewellynhub #backyardgrowers picnic.jpg paniania.jpg Add to Your Post See more

06.01.2022 And then there are our local backyard growers 4 so far, but we are starting to get a few new inquiries each week and this is not even close to the peak of the growing season. If you know someone in your neighbourhood who grows lots of produce, put them in touch with us and we can discuss how to set up the local supply lines and get their soil tested at Macquarie Uni. The soil test costs $40 but after they send us the report and we set them up as a grower, Box Divvy pays $2...0 back. Once they have produce to sell, they can list it, set their price, receive emailed orders and deliver them to each hub on pick-up day. One proviso: weve had some inquiries from chefs who supplies pastries and other cooked food. Unless they are registered with council as a food business, we cannot sell their food. Likewise, backyard eggs must have a supplier stamp, honey must be properly labelled, etc. We want to change the food system, but only in legal ways #eatlocal #backyardgrowers #boxdivvy #rhodesllewellynhub

05.01.2022 Box Divvy is not just about the freshest, cheapest fruit and vegetables, we have a whole range of other products. Today, spotlighting our new 700gm egg supplier the Jones Brothers Family Farm Weve tested them and its all about flavour.. Jones Brothers have been farming for over 30 years in the Hawkesbury and now expanded their operations to Central West NSW. The Joness say; We believe that happy, healthy hens lay the best tasting and nutritionally superior eggs. O...ur secret blend of whole grains and more provides the lovely ladies with all the goodness they need to perfect the humble egg. These hens get to frolic, scratch, flap and explore the paddocks by day and at night they sleep in the comfort and safety of their chook house. In return they gladly provide us with exceptional quality eggs that we carefully sort to ensure only the finest makes it into this carton. Seems like a good deal? We think so! Our interest in farming is a passion that has been handed down to us, we hope to inspire in our children and in generations of egg farmers to come. #supportfamilies #supportfarmers #fresheggs #boxdivvy #rhodesllewellynhub See more

04.01.2022 We've tempted you with the cob loaf, here's the dip recipe! Halloween Food: Dip in Pumpkin Cob Recipe Shepherd's Pumpkin Cob Loaf 500g diced pumpkin (1cm cubes) 1 clove garlic, crushed... 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 tablespoons Greek or Natural (unsweetened yogurt) 2 tablespoons raw cashews Fresh coriander (2 tablespoons finely chopped + extra to serve) Salt and Pepper, Olive Oil Microwave pumpkin with a teaspoon of water for a few minutes, until par-cooked. In a large frypan over medium heat, fry garlic and cumin in olive oil for 1 minute, then add pumpkin. Fry until soft, then remove. Add pumpkin, cashews and the yogurt into a blender and whiz until it forms a thick dip consistency - not too pureed, a few chunks are nice! Add chopped coriander, salt and pepper to taste, and stir through with a spoon. Hollow out the Pumpkin Cob carefully (retaining the bread from inside for dipping) and bake lightly until crispy. Remove the cob from the oven, leave to cool until it's just warm and then gently pour and spoon in the dip. Decorate with a big sprig of coriander and serve on a platter with the lightly toasted bread chunks, plus vegetable sticks for dipping. #boxdivvy #rhodesllewellynhub #shepherdsartisanbakehouse #halloween See more

03.01.2022 So fresh Thanks Box Divvy Chatswood Mann #supportlocalfarmers #ReduceFoodMiles

03.01.2022 Red Cabbage All things Red If youre looking for lycopene (LIKE-oh-peen), an antioxidant phytonutrient, and flavonoids called anthocyanins then you cant go past Red Cabbage. Prostate Cancer Prevention They also have amazing health benefits being power packed food and because they were picked less than 48 hours ago they hold they are very fresh. Research shows that the red in the chard help protect against prostate cancer which accounts for 30% of all new cancers in Austral...ian men. One in 5 men before they are 85 will be diagnosed with prostate cancer (https://prostate-cancer.canceraustralia.gov.au/statistics). So gents, do eat foods rich in lycopene such as strawberries, raspberries, watermelons, ruby grapefruits, tomatoes and beetroots and The red cabbage is grown by Steve and Sam Grima in Horsley Park. The outer leaves are a beautiful green and red hue. The purple colouring in red cabbage provides a powerful source of Anthocyanins, and group of Flavonoids (or Antioxidants) that help fight cancer, maintains a healthy heart and reduces weight gain. Use red cabbage to make coleslaw, or bake it with Bonza apples, cinnamon and a splash of red wine. #redcabbage #foodforhealth #eatfresh #eatcolour #boxdivvy #rhodesllewellynhub

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02.01.2022 Name an aromatic vegetable?.....buzzzzzz..okay Ill let you know Fennel is a wonderfully aromatic vegetable, its peak supply is during winter and early spring. What is that magic ingredient in risotto? Fennel is indispensable in many Italian dishes such as risotto, or simply braised in some chicken stock to make a tasty side dish. Try this delicious recipe... Fennel Risotto 1 fennel bulb, shaved 100g mushrooms, thinly sliced 1.2 litres chicken or vegetable stock 50g butter 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 clove garlic, crushed 300g Arborio rice cup white wine 70g grated parmesan cheese lemon, zested Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper Wash then finely slice the fennel. Put aside. Bring the chicken/vegetable stock to the boil, keep at a slow simmer. Put the butter in a large heavy saucepan over low heat. Add onion and garlic and sweat until soft. Add the rice and stir to coat in the butter. Add the white wine and cook for 30 seconds. Start adding chicken/vegetable stock, a ladle at a time. Slowly add stock as it is absorbed by the rice. Cook for ten minutes then add the fennel and mushrooms. Keep stirring and add remaining stock until the rice is 'al dente' . Finally, stir in the grated parmesan. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve. Remember, when making Risotto, a glass of wine is required in the hand not stirring See more

01.01.2022 Heirloom tomatoes from Kim and Laks Ung - Wallacia The Ung family moved from Cambodia after surviving the Killing Fields under Pol Pot and the Khmer Rouge. They were teachers by trade, but after arriving in Australia in the late 70s having spent several years in refugee camps without speaking a word of English, they ended up farming. Some 40 years later, they are running 2 farms in Wallacia and Kemps Creek with the help of their extended family, growing cherry and gr...ape tomatoes, chillies, snowpeas, cucumbers and zucchini. This week, theyre picking Golden Jubilee tomatoes and a mixed box of Heirlooms including: Green Zebra, Black Russian, Kumato, red and pink Oxhearts, and Golden Jubilee. Golden Jubilee tomatoes are very sweet and full of beta-carotene and vitamin C. They were introduced during to the early 1940's when they were wildly popular in Victory gardens in both Australia and the U.S. Victory Gardens sprang up in parks and private backyards to sustain the war effort, whilst many farmers were despatched to the frontline. At their peak, they accounted for something like 40% of the total vegetable supply in Sydney and Melbourne. The girl in the picture is Ngim, the daughter of Kims older brother, who is helping with the packing. Like most of our local growers, the farm is a family affair. #supportlocalfarmers #lowfoodmiles #boxdivvy #freshproduce #familyaffair #rhodesllewellyn See more

01.01.2022 Peas in a pod! Have you ever tried fresh green peas?? Im sure youve all had frozen or canned peas: theyre kinda mushy as soon as theyre thawed and unless you make pea soup, its downhill from there. Enter fresh peas: they come inside their pods just shuck to release them and cook them briefly in some butter or virgin olive oil, with a little garlic and chopped mint ahh heaven. Serve with mash and a chop or sausage. Or add to your pasta boscaiola ( replace the fro...zen peas with fresh ones). Careful though: you may never want to go back to frozen or canned peas #freshpeas #peasinapod #freshproduce #supportlocalfarmers #boxdivvy See more