The recent weather has been perfect for basil. Rain, humidity, and warm temperatures have seen the crops flourish. The majority of the basil we are sourcing is coming from Arcadia in the Hills district of Sydney.
All stores are on special and retailing at a price we only experience a handful of times during the year.
HOW TO PICK
When buying fresh basil, look for bright green leaves that are not browning or dried on the edges.
HOW TO STORE
Pick the leaves off the stems and lay them in a single layer on a paper towel. Roll up the towel around the leaves and put the roll in a plastic bag. This method keeps the leaves hydrated but not wet or damp. Of course, if you have purchased one of our swag bags this would keep even better.
