Purchasing seasonal foods comes with many advantages, such as enjoying produce at its freshest, saving money, backing local farmers, and minimizing environmental impact. Check out some of the delicious foods that are in season this October!
Pumpkin:
Pumpkin season begins around mid-September and lasts throughout October and November.
Nappa Cabbage:
Napa cabbage is a type of Chinese cabbage originating near the Beijing region of China that is widely used in East Asian cuisine. They are in season from autumn through late winter.
Cranberries:
Each autumn, typically from mid-September to mid-November in North America, cranberries hit their peak in colour and flavour, making them perfect for harvesting.
Sweet Potatoes:
Sweet potatoes are a fall harvest crop, taking about 100-150 days to fully mature. Planted in the spring, they’re typically harvested between late August and early November.
Grapes:
Peak season for grapes is August through October, though some varietals may be harvested in early summer or late fall.
Rapini:
Rapini typically has two growing seasons: late fall and winter for varieties planted in late summer or early fall, and late spring to early summer for those planted in early spring. Cool weather, particularly after the first frost, enhances its flavor.
