As the warm breezes of November grace Aussie shores, it's not just the weather that's ripe for enjoyment.

This month promises a bountiful harvest of fruit and vegetables that herald the arrival of summer.

Leading the charge in this fruity bonanza are the golden darlings of the season, dripping with flavour at affordable prices.


Galluzzo Fruiterers owner Josh Flamminio believed that the local markets have been brimming with fresh mangoes.

'You can get beautiful small fruit for $2 to $3 a piece and larger fruits for $4 to $5,' Mr Flamminio shared.

'People are sceptical because they're early, but they're absolutely beautiful,' he added.

The Kensington Pride mangoes ($2 each) have been a fan favourite for its sweet, juicy flesh.


Among other favourites were the creamy Calypsos ($2.50 each) and the plump R2E2s ($4).

Why stop at eating the succulent fruit as it is?

Celebrity chef Matt Moran suggested freezing them into mango ice blocks to beat the heat.

Nigel Slater also shared a tropical twist on the classic Sunday roast by adding a mango and ginger salad on the side.


While mangoes have been in the spotlight, other stone fruit are stars in their own right.

Yellow nectarines and white peaches are also in season, albeit with a slightly higher price tag ($9 per kilogram).

For those with a penchant for exotic fruit, lychees have also entered the scene for a premium price of about $50 a kilo.

Despite the high prices, Flamminio believed that a price drop might happen throughout the month and encouraged buyers to watch out for sales.

Transitioning from the crisp fruit of colder months, we bid adieu to mandarins, apples, and pears.

However, Pink Lady apples, Granny Smiths, and Packham pears are still available for about $5 to $6 per kilogram.

Blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries could also be enjoyed at affordable prices, ranging from $2.50 to $4 a punnet.


According to Eden Garden Fresh Market's David Hanno, watermelon prices should also dip soon.

However, he advised to steer away from rock melons, honeydew, and passionfruit for now, as they are either in short supply or may set customers back.

It is also time to turn over a new leaf with an array of greens.

So, don't let scepticism hold you back from enjoying luscious, $2 mangoes or any of the fruit in season.

Embrace the season's best offerings and indulge in the sweet and healthy flavours that November has in store.
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