Our fresh Aussie Figs
Putting the fab in fig!
We love homegrown produce as much as you do. That’s why we have our Aussie-first supplier policy, ensuring local farms are the first place we go for fresh produce. Fresh figs aren’t grown in Australia year-round and are only available in store from February to April. So, grab some while you can.
Where do our fresh figs come from?
Our Australian figs come from the same farms in NSW, VIC, QLD, SA and WA as other supermarkets. The growing regions for our fresh figs include Goulburn Valley VIC, Dareton NSW, Bundaberg QLD, Childers QLD, Gol Gol NSW, Gingin WA, Bindoon WA, Adelaide Hills SA, and Kyabram VIC.
Fantastic fig facts
What to look for in a fig?
Look for figs that are clean and dry with dark purple to green skin.
When is Australian fig season?
Australian fig season typically spans from late winter into Spring.
How should I eat fresh fig?
Don’t let its thick skin and seed-filled flesh deter you! Fresh figs are best as is – no peeling or de-seeding needed. In fact, the skin and seeds give fresh figs their sweet and nutty flavour.
How to fig?
Sweet and luscious figs are packed with flavour. Serve as is. On a cheese board with a soft cheese drizzled in honey. Turn into a jam. Slice into a salad or lightly grill on the BBQ to turn up the sweetness.
How to prepare and serve fig?
Sweet and luscious figs are packed with flavour. Serve your fresh figs as is. On a cheese board with a soft cheese drizzled in honey. Turn into a jam. Slice into a salad or lightly grill on the BBQ to turn up the sweetness.
Keeping figs fresher for longer.
Refrigerate your fresh figs in a resealable plastic container.
