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THE ORCHARD JOURNAL

Fruit Recipe Ideas & Lifestyle Guides

Real recipes and real recipes and fruit tips & tricks from our family orchard in Gisborne.

Recipes

Peachy Margaritas

Peachy Margaritas

February 02, 2026

Cranberry & Grapefruit Paloma

Cranberry & Grapefruit Paloma

February 02, 2026

Lemon Muffins

Lemon Muffins

November 04, 2025

A Slice of Sunshine: Dreamy Orange Cake

A Slice of Sunshine: Dreamy Orange Cake

August 18, 2025

Perfectly Ripe Avo's, Every Time

Perfectly Ripe Avo's, Every Time

October 07, 2024

Your New Citrus Obsession

Your New Citrus Obsession

September 23, 2024

Keep Your Citrus Trees In Tip-Top Shape

Keep Your Citrus Trees In Tip-Top Shape

September 10, 2024

Homemade Marmalade: A Taste Of Sunshine

Homemade Marmalade: A Taste Of Sunshine

August 28, 2024

Gourmet Fruit Pairings

Gourmet Fruit Pairings

August 19, 2024

Frozen Fruit Tips & Tricks

Frozen Fruit Tips & Tricks

August 07, 2024

Fresh Fruit Boxes Delivered Straight To Your Office

Fresh Fruit Boxes Delivered Straight To Your Office

July 23, 2024

Crisp Pork Belly With Caramelised Feijoas

Crisp Pork Belly With Caramelised Feijoas

April 24, 2024

Feijoa Shortcake

Feijoa Shortcake

April 18, 2024

Passionfruit Semifreddo

Passionfruit Semifreddo

April 04, 2024

Feijoa Strudle

Feijoa Strudle

March 28, 2024

Pear Bruschetta

Pear Bruschetta

March 11, 2024

Twisted Citrus Watermelon Mojito

Twisted Citrus Watermelon Mojito

February 02, 2024

Twisted Citrus Limoncello

Twisted Citrus Limoncello

January 08, 2024

Candied Chocolate Dipped Oranges

Candied Chocolate Dipped Oranges

December 07, 2023

Lemon & Prawn Risotto

Lemon & Prawn Risotto

November 09, 2023

Avocado & Smoked Salmon Board

Avocado & Smoked Salmon Board

October 31, 2023

Orange & Ginger Caramel Tart

Orange & Ginger Caramel Tart

October 05, 2023

Lemony Pea & Avocado Dip

Lemony Pea & Avocado Dip

September 07, 2023

Lemon & Whipped Feta Potatoes

Lemon & Whipped Feta Potatoes

August 31, 2023

Orange & Thyme Chicken

Orange & Thyme Chicken

August 22, 2023

Pavlova with Lemon Curd

Pavlova with Lemon Curd

November 24, 2022

Tamarillo Chutney

Tamarillo Chutney

August 23, 2022

Avocado and crispy cauliflower tortillas with chilli black beans

Avocado and crispy cauliflower tortillas with chilli black beans

September 29, 2021

Avocado salad with broccoli, almonds, blue cheese and blackberries

Avocado salad with broccoli, almonds, blue cheese and blackberries

September 29, 2021

Avocado Green Goddess Dressing

Avocado Green Goddess Dressing

September 14, 2021

Avocado and tomatillo guacamole

Avocado and tomatillo guacamole

August 24, 2021

Orange Coconut Yoghurt Cake

Orange Coconut Yoghurt Cake

August 22, 2021

Zesty Orange Curd

Zesty Orange Curd

August 11, 2021

Tamarillo Ricotta Semifreddo

Tamarillo Ricotta Semifreddo

August 02, 2021

Mandarin & Roasted Vegetable Salad

Mandarin & Roasted Vegetable Salad

July 06, 2021

Mandarin Currant Pancakes

Mandarin Currant Pancakes

June 28, 2021

Gold Kiwifruit Breakfast

Gold Kiwifruit Breakfast

June 17, 2021

Mandarin & Almond Cake

Mandarin & Almond Cake

June 02, 2021

Tamarillo Breakfast Crumble

Tamarillo Breakfast Crumble

June 01, 2021

Feijoa Crumble Shortcake

Feijoa Crumble Shortcake

May 25, 2021

Passionfruit custard square

Passionfruit custard square

May 24, 2021

The Healthiest Fruits That Will Make Your Skin Glow

The Healthiest Fruits That Will Make Your Skin Glow

May 23, 2021

Lime Melting Moment Cookies

Lime Melting Moment Cookies

May 17, 2021

Fruit of the Month - Mandarins

Fruit of the Month - Mandarins

May 17, 2021

Juicy Facts About Lemons

Juicy Facts About Lemons

May 15, 2021

Preserved lemons - how to make and use them

Preserved lemons - how to make and use them

May 15, 2021

Feijoa Caipirinha

Feijoa Caipirinha

May 15, 2021

Feijoa Muffins

Feijoa Muffins

May 15, 2021

Persimmon Sorbet

Persimmon Sorbet

May 15, 2021

Indian Lime Or Lemon Pickle

Indian Lime Or Lemon Pickle

May 15, 2021

Mandarin & Roasted Vegetable Salad

Mandarin & Roasted Vegetable Salad

May 15, 2021

Lime Butter

Lime Butter

May 15, 2021

Are limes best when they are green or yellow?

Are limes best when they are green or yellow?

May 15, 2021

How To Use And Store Makrut Lime Leaves

How To Use And Store Makrut Lime Leaves

May 15, 2021

Fruit of the month: Feijoas

Fruit of the month: Feijoas

May 15, 2021

Feijoa Jam

Feijoa Jam

May 15, 2021

Pan Fried Lemon Sole with Feijoa Salsa

Pan Fried Lemon Sole with Feijoa Salsa

May 15, 2021

Fruit Of The Month: Persimmon

Fruit Of The Month: Persimmon

May 15, 2021

Feijoa Paste

Feijoa Paste

May 15, 2021

Rosemary, Maple & Persimmon Bruschetta

Rosemary, Maple & Persimmon Bruschetta

May 15, 2021

Coconut & Lime Poached Chicken Salad

Coconut & Lime Poached Chicken Salad

May 15, 2021

Fruit Of The Month - Lime

Fruit Of The Month - Lime

May 15, 2021

Surprising Uses For Lemons

Surprising Uses For Lemons

May 15, 2021

Lime and Coriander Chicken

Lime and Coriander Chicken

May 15, 2021

Green apple and lime slice

Green apple and lime slice

May 15, 2021

Delicious & Healthy Green Juice

Delicious & Healthy Green Juice

May 15, 2021

Citrus Lamb Stew

Citrus Lamb Stew

May 15, 2021

Turmeric Tonic

Turmeric Tonic

May 15, 2021

Tamarillo & Golden Syrup Mini Loaves

Tamarillo & Golden Syrup Mini Loaves

May 15, 2021

Lemon & Thyme Shortbread

Lemon & Thyme Shortbread

May 15, 2021

Baked Grapefruit with Coconut Sugar

Baked Grapefruit with Coconut Sugar

May 15, 2021

Whole Orange Cake with White Chocolate

Whole Orange Cake with White Chocolate

May 15, 2021

Grapefruit and green olive salad with honey vinaigrette

Grapefruit and green olive salad with honey vinaigrette

May 15, 2021

Avocado and Grapefruit Salad with Manchego Cheese

Avocado and Grapefruit Salad with Manchego Cheese

May 15, 2021

Tangelo mint salad dressing

Tangelo mint salad dressing

May 15, 2021

Fish Tacos with Avocado

Fish Tacos with Avocado

May 15, 2021

Orange, Mango & Coconut Granola

Orange, Mango & Coconut Granola

May 15, 2021

Creamy Garlic Chicken

Creamy Garlic Chicken

May 15, 2021

The Truth About Common Fruit Myths

The Truth About Common Fruit Myths

May 15, 2021

Lamb Meatballs with Garlic Yoghurt & Pita

Lamb Meatballs with Garlic Yoghurt & Pita

May 15, 2021

Makrut lime and lemongrass chicken skewers

Makrut lime and lemongrass chicken skewers

May 12, 2021

Makrut Lime Martini

Makrut Lime Martini

May 12, 2021

Avocado Hollandaise

Avocado Hollandaise

May 12, 2021

Makrut Lime Lemonade

Makrut Lime Lemonade

April 23, 2021

Fragrant Chicken Laab Salad

Fragrant Chicken Laab Salad

April 23, 2021

Passionfruit and yoghurt cupcakes

Passionfruit and yoghurt cupcakes

March 18, 2021

Fruit of the Month: Passionfruits

Fruit of the Month: Passionfruits

February 24, 2021

On the cover of life & leisure behind the scences

On the cover of life & leisure behind the scences

February 18, 2021

Passionfruit Curd

Passionfruit Curd

February 03, 2021

How To Keep Fruit Fresher For Longer

How To Keep Fruit Fresher For Longer

January 13, 2021

Tangelo Almond Cake

Tangelo Almond Cake

December 21, 2020

Delicious And Healthy Fruity Breakfast Ideas

Delicious And Healthy Fruity Breakfast Ideas

December 21, 2020

Summer Fruit: Fruity Christmas Treat Ideas

Summer Fruit: Fruity Christmas Treat Ideas

December 12, 2020

What Is New Zealand’s Most Popular Fruit?

What Is New Zealand’s Most Popular Fruit?

November 13, 2020

The Benefits of Eating Fruit Regularly

The Benefits of Eating Fruit Regularly

October 21, 2020

Awesome Ideas For Fruity Halloween Treats

Awesome Ideas For Fruity Halloween Treats

October 14, 2020

What Are Antioxidants?

What Are Antioxidants?

September 22, 2020

5 Great Get Well Soon Gifts

5 Great Get Well Soon Gifts

September 01, 2020

Which Are The Healthiest Fruits To Eat?

Which Are The Healthiest Fruits To Eat?

August 18, 2020

5 Ways To Care For Your University Student From Afar

5 Ways To Care For Your University Student From Afar

August 05, 2020

DIY Remedies For The Common Cold

DIY Remedies For The Common Cold

July 21, 2020

Have You Considered A Winter Wellness Program?

Have You Considered A Winter Wellness Program?

July 07, 2020

Fruit of the Month - Tamarillos

Fruit of the Month - Tamarillos

June 16, 2020

Fuelling Your Workday With Fruit

Fuelling Your Workday With Fruit

June 03, 2020

How To Help Someone From Far Away

How To Help Someone From Far Away

May 20, 2020

Not all oranges are created equal

Not all oranges are created equal

April 13, 2020

Does Fruit Have Healing Powers?

Does Fruit Have Healing Powers?

March 11, 2020

Passionfruit sour cream slab cake

Passionfruit sour cream slab cake

March 05, 2020

10 Reasons To Visit Gisborne This Summer

10 Reasons To Visit Gisborne This Summer

February 19, 2020

All About Garlic

All About Garlic

February 19, 2020

How To Know If You Are A Foodie

How To Know If You Are A Foodie

February 19, 2020

Ceviche with avocado

Ceviche with avocado

February 19, 2020

Pink Grapefruit Curd Tartlets

Pink Grapefruit Curd Tartlets

February 13, 2020

Fruity Christmas Dishes

Fruity Christmas Dishes

December 18, 2019

Perfect Gifts For A Kiwi Christmas

Perfect Gifts For A Kiwi Christmas

December 17, 2019

Roasted Tangelo Compote

Roasted Tangelo Compote

December 11, 2019

How To Grow Your Own Avocado Tree

How To Grow Your Own Avocado Tree

November 20, 2019

Grapefruit, avocado and fennel salad

Grapefruit, avocado and fennel salad

November 20, 2019

The Top Ways To Keep Your Winter Fruit Intake Up

The Top Ways To Keep Your Winter Fruit Intake Up

November 20, 2019

How Did The Tamarillo Get Its Name?

How Did The Tamarillo Get Its Name?

November 20, 2019

How To Know If Your Fruit Is Ripe

How To Know If Your Fruit Is Ripe

November 20, 2019

Gin and lemonade jelly

Gin and lemonade jelly

November 20, 2019

Lemonade Delight Cocktail

Lemonade Delight Cocktail

November 20, 2019

Crispy Chicken with Orange Miso Sauce

Crispy Chicken with Orange Miso Sauce

November 20, 2019

Tangelo and Cointreau sorbet

Tangelo and Cointreau sorbet

November 20, 2019

Fruity Winter Warmer Ideas

Fruity Winter Warmer Ideas

October 23, 2019

Fruit of The Month - The Lemonade Fruit

Fruit of The Month - The Lemonade Fruit

September 20, 2019

Spicy Avocado Hummus

Spicy Avocado Hummus

August 12, 2019

Spiced tamarillos and mascarpone

Spiced tamarillos and mascarpone

August 12, 2019

Passionfruit Posset

Passionfruit Posset

August 12, 2019

The shortest day: time to plant garlic!

The shortest day: time to plant garlic!

August 12, 2019

Can oranges really cure the common cold?

Can oranges really cure the common cold?

August 12, 2019

Orangettes

Orangettes

August 12, 2019

Creative uses for orange peels

Creative uses for orange peels

August 12, 2019

Avocado Crostini

Avocado Crostini

August 12, 2019

Have You Thought Of Giving The Gift Of A Fruit Box?

Have You Thought Of Giving The Gift Of A Fruit Box?

August 12, 2019

Why Does Gisborne Grow Great Fruit?

Why Does Gisborne Grow Great Fruit?

August 12, 2019

Fruit of the Month - Avocados

Fruit of the Month - Avocados

August 12, 2019

Fruit Of The Month - The Humble Orange

Fruit Of The Month - The Humble Orange

August 12, 2019

Knowing When Your Favourite Fruits Are In Season

Knowing When Your Favourite Fruits Are In Season

August 12, 2019

Why is Fresh Fruit Best?

Why is Fresh Fruit Best?

August 12, 2019

It started with an orange...

It started with an orange...

August 07, 2019

Make the Most of What’s in Season

From our family orchard in Gisborne to your kitchen, we love finding new ways to use good, honest New Zealand fruit. This is our collection of fruit recipe ideas, simple, real recipes using what’s in season. Got a box of lemons or a glut of feijoas from the tree?

We’ve probably got something for that.

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Guides and Tips

From the Orchard

Our patch of Gisborne, and the people who grow it.

Gifting Ideas

Thoughtful ways to share.

Health & Goodness

What all that fruit is doing for you.

Storage & Ripeness

Keep your fruit fresher for longer.