BBQ WEEKEND YOUR WAY
As we move into a festive weekend, there are a few stunning centrepieces I would suggest.
Wild Tiger Prawns the size of your forearm— I actually think the flavour, texture, and sheer size of these beauties surpass a lobster any day of the week. Try them with a simple garlic, chilli, and parsley butter, and you are sure to impress!
The other one you cannot go past to please the masses is the Lamb Leg Butterflied—it should cover 6-8 guests with sides. I would whack it with either our Lebanese or Greek marinade if you’re playing it safe and traditional. Or, if you want something a little different, try it with our sticky Asian marinade and pair it with one of the flavour combos below for a touch of Asian persuasion.
MELON-RAMA
It’s my favourite time of year for melons. Hay, NSW, just started its season. It’s a tiny town, but it makes up for it with the punch it delivers in big melons! When I say big, I mean big in flavour—traditional varieties of rockmelon, watermelon, and yellow melons that make you think, Wow, this is what I remember a rockmelon tasting like!
Fruit Picks:
Rockmelon, Grapes, Plums, Nectarines, Peaches, Watermelon, Passionfruit, Yellow Melon
New Season Fruits:
Mangosteen, Pears - “Necode” & Crystal Pears, Sugar Plums, Tegan Blue Plums
Berry Updates:
Berries have had a rough ride. We’ll see another flush from Vic strawberries, but you’ll need to wait a week or two. Best to eat within a few days at the moment.
Raspberries and blueberries are scarce, but blackberries are a little easier to find, so make the switch if it suits.
Best in Local Farmers’ Veg:
- Steve, Grima Bros, Horsley Park, NSW: Spaghetti Squash, Kale, Jap Pumpkin
- Simon, Windsor, NSW: Rocket, Shallots, Mint, Round Mint, Baby Bok Choy
- Danny, Grech and Borg, NSW: Dutch Carrots, Corn
- Charlie, Bringelly, NSW: Basil, Baby Cos, Butter Lettuce
- Corey, SA: Cherry Truss, Salad Tomatoes, Zucchini
- Michael, Sergi Family Farms, NSW: Oranges
Specials:
- Mint - $1.99
- Rocket - $2.99
- Shallots - $1.49
- Lychee (250g punnet) - $4.99
- Limes (x3) - $1.99
- Watermelon (Half) - $4.99
- Grapes (Green Punnet) - $3.99
- Grapes (Red Punnet) - $4.99
- Grapes (Black Sapphire) - $6.99
- Cherries (Value Pick - VIC Regina variety, 500g) - $8.99
- Cherries (Giant - Tassie Lapin variety, 250g) - $8.99
- Passionfruit (x5) - $3.99
- Passionfruit (Giant, 2 for $5)
Meat and Seafood:
- Eye Fillet - $18.99
- Fish of the Week - Whiting - $17.99
- Meatballs (Wagyu Chorizo & Fresh Parsley) - $9.99
- Pork Mince - $6.99
Summer Pairings for Your BBQ
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Watermelon, Mint, Lime, and Halloumi: Combine cubed watermelon and thick cucumber slices (2cm). Tear mint leaves and top with grilled halloumi. Dress with lime juice and a dash of olive oil.
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Rocket, Peach, Parmesan, Prosciutto, and Buffalo Cheese: Layer rocket with peach wedges, tear parmesan, and chunks of cheese. Shake up a dressing with lemon juice, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and olive oil, then pour over the top.
Asian Persuasion Pairing:
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Cucumber, Mirin, Sesame: Slice the cucumber lengthwise, discarding the seeds. Combine with black and white sesame seeds and thinly sliced chilli (seeds removed). Make a dressing with:
- 350ml mirin
- 250ml rice wine vinegar
- 100ml raw soy sauce
- 50g grated ginger
- 50g finely chopped French shallot
