The Good Dirt on Figs + Recipes

By Paula Sharp, Nutritional Therapist There’s something quietly luxurious about a ripe fig. Split one open and you’ll find a jewel-like centre, soft, fragrant, and naturally sweet. Figs are far more than a seasonal treat, they have a long history, impressive...

Broccoli: a winter hero

As the cold settles into our gardens and kitchens, one green vegetable continues to thrive: broccoli. Nutritional therapist Paula Sharp introduces this winter hero, including gardening tips, recipes and nutritional benefits. Published by OrganicNZ here. This pretty...

Love Leeks! A champion winter vegetable

I love leeks. What’s this often-unsung hero all about?  From growing tips to nutrition. Elegant, elongated with a mild onion flavour, leeks are a staple in New Zealand kitchens and gardens throughout winter. The leek is a cultivar of the broadleaf wild leek...