News and other stories about real people, places, and events in Centenary and nearby suburbs.
We all know that we are blessed with a massive range of locally grown fruits and vegetables in Queensland, hence these are available in abundance during their season.
So, what’s in season over Spring?
Well, if you love mushrooms, here’s where you can find the freshest, highest-quality mushrooms in Brisbane!
Amazons Family Fresh Markets at DFO Jindalee, the biggest fruit-and-vegetable market in the western suburbs, is bringing out the big guns, with the recent addition of two powerhouse talents to their team: the “Banana King of the West” and one of the best butchers in Brisbane.
After many years trading at the Mt Ommaney Fruit Market, Mel Habchi and his staff have now joined the team at Amazons Family Fresh Markets.
As the door closed on his lease at the Mount Ommaney Shopping Centre, a new door opened enabling Mel to continue sourcing and offering the freshest and best value fruit and veg in the Centenary area.
Mel has been called the “Banana King of the West.” Frankly, who can question his clout or buying prowess at the Brisbane fruit and veg markets when he’s able to offer fresh Cavendish bananas at $1.98 per kg when $4/kg is common at the major supermarkets (prices as of publishing date)?
Huge boxes of Honey Murcott mandarins for $14.90. Broccoli at $2.98/Kg. All these make the big chain supermarkets look extremely expensive.
Along with Mel, another local legend who has joined the team is Rodney Gaddes, a butcher with over 30 years’ experience.
“I have been a butcher for more than 31 years, I was born on the farm and this is something I really love doing,” Rodney said, adding that he is happy to be joining the Amazons Family Fresh Markets team.
Rodney has been filling the cabinets with quality meats that have shoppers making a beeline for his choice cuts.
“Beautiful fruit and veggies and always cheaper than Coles, I’m obsessed with this place. Plus you can pick up a hot chicken for $8 – how good.”
Alexandra Grunwald
“Great selection of fruit and other produce. The store is well laid out with easy access. Prices are really good.”
John Westwood
“Have stopped going to Rocklea markets since these guys have opened, just as fresh and similar value.”
Wilfred Mak
You can follow their Facebook page for more updates.
