Box Divvy The Oaks - Caley

11/01/2025

THIS WEEKS MARKET UPDATE 🌽

Thanks for the details Box Divvy East Ryde - Blue Gum!

𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲

🍓🍊𝗙𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁

In fruit, seedless watermelon from Charlie Vella ($1.57 a kilo), honeydew melons, peaches, nectarines, cherries, berries, small honey gold mangoes, passionfruit, papaya, limes, white grapes, bananas and figs are all good value – but plums, apricots, apples and Valencia oranges are tight. Lemons will remain pricey until the new season starts in a few weeks’ time. However, new season Clapp’s pears will be available from this week.

Across fruit and vegetables, there’s some excellent value – especially from our local growers.

🍆🥦𝗩𝗲𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀

In vegetables, mushrooms, broccoli, cucumbers, capsicums, beans, sweet potatoes and ginger have all moved up in price, but corn, carrots, zucchini, cauliflower, kale and many leafy greens will be cheaper this coming week. Golden Fields starts picking Snake Beans this week: at $2.60 a bunch, they’re good value. Kim and Laks have also started Grape Tomatoes, after a long absence.

Hass avocadoes are moving up in price as the season is nearing its end. Shepards should be available late February, but meanwhile Reed avocadoes are a good option. They’re larger than Hass, more creamy and better value at $2.94.

Continental eggplant is up a little at $6.29 a kilo, but Charlie Vella is picking Thai striped eggplant which comes in around $4.60 a kilo. This variety is particularly suited to curries and casseroles as it tends to hold its shape and bite.

Small red cabbages and wombok from George Portelli continue to be excellent value.

The Little Mountain Mushroom Co (aka FungiCo) are back from this week with Shiitake, Oyster and Lion’s Mane.

Best value tomatoes this week: Field Tomatoes at $4.23 a kilo.

11/01/2025

🚨🚨NEW PRODUCT ALERT 👇🏽👇🏽

Thanks for sharing Box Divvy St Ives - Torokina

⭐️⭐️⭐️New - Bamboo cleaning cloths⭐️⭐️⭐️

In our quest to reduce our (micro) plastics use, we’re introducing Ecokaps Australia Bamboo Cleaning Cloths. They are $6.47 per 5-pack and re-usable.

🎋 These cleaning cloths are made from 90% bamboo, which is fully compostable, and 10% polyester (which is not). They come in a bundle of 5 cloths, each measuring 180mm x 220mm.

🎋 They are quite absorbent, durable, gentle on surfaces and naturally antibacterial. However, the biggest advantage is environmental: they are 90% renewable (bamboo is a fast-growing renewable resource), and 90% of its fibres are compostable.

🎋 This is a major advantage over microfibre - usually a blend of polyester and polyamide, but can also include polypropylene, acrylic, or viscose. As the fabric wears out, microplastics are released into the environment.

🎋 This is becoming a major health issue: microplastics have been found not only across our food chain, but they are also present in almost every human organ including our brain, the blood stream and bone marrow. The impact on our health is yet unknown, but it can't be good 🤢

🎋 That's why Box Divvy is committed to reduce plastics from our products as much as possible 💪🏻

09/01/2025

HOT CROSS BUNS 🐰

Hot cross buns are already hitting the shops, and it’s make my mouth water!! I know, I know!!! It’s only January… but no one can change my mind about enjoying them early🤭

I’ve always found the store-bought ones to be so processed and filled with ingredients with numbers 😡. (See screenshot) So, I took matters into my own hands and decided to make my own and you can too!!

They have NO REFINED SUGAR, and the base recipe is made with 8 simple Ingredients!

There's just something so satisfying about baking them from scratch and knowing exactly what’s in them. Bring on the warm, spicy goodness!

🧑🏽‍🍳Here’s what you’ll need:
6 cups of bread flour
1/2 cup of 2 Pops Honey
3 Tbsp EVOO
3 tsp Belicious Foods cinnamon
3 tsp all spice
3 tsp SAF dried instant yeast
600ml warm water
Pinch of Celtic salt

Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl and then knead on your bench for 8-10 minutes or until mixture nice and smooth.
🍫FOR CHOC CHIP VARIATION:
Add in a generous sprinkle of your Honest to Goodness dark chocolate chips before the last 2 minutes of kneading. Knead them evenly into the dough.
🍊FOR FRUIT VARIATION:
Add 300g of dried fruit with 2 cups of boiling water to rehydrate the fruit. After soaking for 1 hour, drain the fruit and add them to your dough mixture 1-2 minutes before you finish kneading.
After you’ve kneaded your dough, place it in a lightly oiled bowl, cover and let rise for 1 hour.

Once risen, separate the dough into roughly 18 balls ( I measured mine at about 90g each ball), roll and place on a lined baking tray. Leave rise for a further 40 minutes.

🔥Preheat oven to 180 degrees.

✝️FOR THE CROSS
1/3 Cup flour
3 Tbsp water
Mix together and pipe over the buns once they have risen.

⏲️Bake for 20 minutes.

🤍FOR THE GLAZE
1 Tsp 2 Pops Honey
Splash of boiling water
Brush this on top of the buns as soon as they come out of the oven for that sweet shine ✨

These turned out so fluffy and so delicious!
Perfect for a little sugar free treat, kid snacks or even to gift for Easter 🐣

Do you enjoy hot cross buns this early in the year?

08/01/2025

What a great comparison and such VALUE for $$$ with Box Divvy! Look at all that fresh produce!

Thanks Box Divvy Woodford - Riches! We can’t wait to have our first order on Friday 🥹

So I did a little comparison exercise tonight after my first Box Divvy order for 2025. All of what you see here cost me $87. At the big supermarkets it would have cost me $117. That’s a saving of $30! Not to mention the produce here comes directly from the growers within a very short amount of time compared to the major grocery stores, is much fresher, comes in no packaging which helps the environment & supports a small community co-op. It’s a win win if you ask me!! Box Divvy

06/01/2025

HAM AND CHEESE ROLLS 🍖🧀🥖

Just made a batch of homemade ham and cheese rolls, and I’m absolutely in love! My kids and I are such suckers for these rolls, but I can't stand the thought of all those unnecessary ingredients including preservatives, artificial vitamins etc in store-bought ones—Coles has over 20, see screenshot below.
So, I decided to whip these up with only 8 REAL ingredients, and let me tell you, they turned out so fluffy and delicious! 🙌🏽👌🏼

I doubled the recipe and made about 32 rolls to store in the freezer for family snacks. It feels great to have real, homemade treats on hand instead of sugary options, especially during the school holidays. You have to give this a try! Trust me, they’re a game changer! 🥪✨

Here’s what you’ll need:
- 6 cups bread flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp (5g) 2 Pops Honey honey
- 3 tsp (7.5g) SAF instant dried yeast
- 620ml warm water
- Norco Milk block cheese grated
- nitrate free natural ham

Combine all the ingredients and knead them together for 5 minutes on a floured bench. Place the dough in an oiled bowl and let it rest for 1 hour. Preheat the oven to 180°C fan-forced. Deflate the dough and portion it into equal parts (I weighed mine all at 100g for larger buns).
Shape each portion into a roll and place them on a baking tray. Let the rolls rise for another 30 minutes then top with diced ham and shredded cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

03/01/2025

DO YOU KNOW WHATS ON YOUR BANANAS? 🍌

We have definitely been missing our Box Divvy produce!!! One things I’ve noticed is a lot of fruit not ripening properly, take bananas for instance.

Bananas can sometimes show a difference in coloration due to uneven ripening, which can indeed be influenced by the application of ethylene gas. Ethylene is a natural plant hormone that promotes ripening, when bananas are placed next to other fruit and vegetables that let off this gas, they can ripen more quickly, eg. Apples and avocados. 🥑 🍎

However, if the gas is artificially sprayed or if the bananas are stored improperly, it can result in the top of the banana remaining green while the bottom ripens and turns yellow. 🤮

Take a look at this picture I took on Christmas Eve. The banana on the left is a Box Divvy Banana, the right one from Coles 😳

🫶🏼Our Box Divvy bananas are NOT sprayed with chemicals such as ethalyne gas to promote ripening, they’re ripened the old fashion and only way fruit should - NATURALLY!

Divvy Day cannot come quick enough!!!!!!!! 😭

31/12/2024

HAPPY NEW YEAR 🥳

28/12/2024

LETS GET HEALTHY 💪🏽

As Christmas wraps up and we welcome the new year, it's the perfect time to focus on detoxing and embracing a healthy lifestyle! Detoxing with fresh fruits and vegetables can boost your immune system, improve digestion, and enhance your overall energy levels. Eating clean helps clear out toxins and provides your body with essential nutrients to thrive.

🙌🏽 Now is the perfect time to join our Box Divvy hub here in The Oaks!

If you like
💰 Value for money
🍏 Locally sourced produce
👩🏽‍🌾 Fairly paid farmers
🍉 Seasonal produce for on average 30-40% cheaper than big supermarkets;

Well, we’ve got you covered! We offer local collection and delivery to selected areas, with no contracts, no minimum spends, and no set boxes. Pick what you want and spend what you want!

Join obligation-free and see what it’s all about! Have a neighbour or friend who would love this? Tag them below so they can join as well!! 🗣️

Join here 👉🏽 https://app.boxdivvy.com.au/register/hub/124

25/12/2024

FRUIT PLATTER 🤩🤩🤩

Did you make a fruit platter for Christmas this year? Share them below 😉👇🏽

24/12/2024

MERRY CHRISTMAS 🎄

20/12/2024

THATS A WRAP 🎄

And just like that, we are done for 2024!🎉🥳

As we prepare to take our Christmas break, the question on everyone’s mouth is ‘when will you be back?’

🛒 Our orders will open on Sunday, January 5th, 2025.
📦 Our first pick-ups and deliveries will take place on Friday, January 10th, 2025.
⏭️ If you're part of our hub and plan to be away during the holidays, please make sure to log in and skip the weeks you won’t need to order.

🎄I wanted to take a moment to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

🙏Thank you so much for your continued support of our hub, and a special shout-out to the entire Box Divvy family, including the amazing Jayne and Anton, Richard, Moussa, our wonderful admin/support team, all the warehouse team and of course our fellow hubsters who have become like an online family! Your support has been invaluable, and we can't wait to do it all again in the new year!

Enjoy the festive season! 🎄✨

16/12/2024

WASTE NOT WHAT NOT 🧄

🧄Now that we’re stocking Aussie garlic, I love to bulk buy and freeze it!

Exactly like the fresh ginger hack I posted about a while back, just mince it, place it in a Ziploc bag, and flatten it out. Use a skewer to create indents for easy squares. Freeze it, and you'll have quick, snap-off pieces ready for all your recipes! It’s a total game changer for cooking, all while minimizing waste! 👏🏽✨

16/12/2024

HEALTHY SNACK 😋

Bliss balls are the ultimate healthy snack for both kids and adults! 🌟 Loaded with goodness and almost all ingredients avaliable from Box Divvy, here’s what you’ll need: (I didn’t measure I just added according to eye and texture)

🤎Medjool dates
💚Hemp seeds
💚Pepita seeds
💛Sunflower seeds
🤍Honest to Goodness Organic Desiccated Coconut - extra for rolling
🤎Almond meal
🤎Mayver's Almond butter
🤍Honest to Goodness Organic Coconut oil
🤎Honest to Goodness Organic Cocoa

These little bites are not just delicious but also incredibly nutritious. The best part? They're super versatile! You can easily swap in and out ingredients to create your own perfect combination.
Whether you're in the mood for something sweet or want to add a bit of crunch, the options are endless. It's time to start snacking on wholesome foods that nourish your body and keep you energized throughout the day.

🚨Store these in the fridge. These are also great for batch making and freezing into portions. Take out and leave in fridge the night before to defrost.

Let’s make healthy snacking fun and tasty!

13/12/2024

SWAP IT ↔️

This school holidays, let’s swap sugary and processed snacks for fresh, wholesome, and nourishing foods that fuel our kids’ bodies and minds! 🧠💪🏽

Here are some examples you can use:
🤎 Instead of candy bars, try homemade bliss balls made with Medjool dates, nuts, and seeds for a sweet treat packed with nutrients.

🥒🥑Swap chips for crunchy veggie sticks with hummus or guacamole for a satisfying and healthy snack.

🍳🥩Replace sugary cereals with oatmeal topped with fresh fruit and a drizzle of honey or scrambled eggs, meat and fruit for a wholesome breakfast option.

🍶🫐Choose yogurt with fresh berries and a sprinkle of granola instead of sugary yogurt cups for a delicious and nutritious snack.

These swaps not only taste great but are also beneficial for their health!

If you teach your kids how to fuel their body they will be stronger adults, body and mind 💪🏽
Thanks Box Divvy Farmborough Heights - Ashley for sharing☺️

13/12/2024

NEW PRODUCTS IN CLOVER FIELDS RANGE 🫧🧴

Exciting news! We’ve just added a fantastic selection of new items to the Clover Fields range, all made by a small business in Penrith. Let’s support local this Christmas! 🎄
If you're looking for a last-minute gift – for yourself, of course – check out these lovely products:

🤍Bath Salts
💆🏽‍♀️Facial Cleansers
🧴Moisturising Body Oil
🧽Exfoliating Body Scrubs

As always, Clover Fields products are 100% natural, smell amazing, and are priced between $10 and $20. Enjoy a 10% discount this Christmas week only. Treat yourself – you deserve it! Find these goodies in Pantry ➡️ Health & Beauty ➡️ Body Care.

🚨In addition, we have new household products, all with a 10% introductory discount:

🧽Dishwashing Brush
🧽Carpet Detox (available in lemongrass and mint fragrances)
🧺Laundry Remedy Air Freshener (versatile for various uses)

♻️Plus, we’re introducing products to help reduce plastic waste:

🧽Dishwashing Block (replaces liquid in plastic bottles)
🧽Wooden Dishwashing Brush
🧽Vegetable Brush
🧼Bamboo Soap Holder
🧼Aluminum Travel Tin for your shampoo bar

Happy shopping! 🛍️

13/12/2024

THE SECRETS IN THE SAUCE 🤫

Most commercial sauces come in odd powdered formats, or packets full of salt, MSG, artificial flavours and yeast extracts. Hardly what you'd call real food, and certainly not anything you'd want to pour over a beautiful Sunday roast.
So, The Stock Merchant have made their own and we are happy to be stocking this at Box Divvy!

These beautiful sauces are made the old fashioned way; by simmering down high quality ingredients and reducing the liquid.

❌No preservatives.
❌No additives.
❌No gluten.

Simply heat and pour generously over roast meats. Less time in the kitchen, more time at the table. Bon appetit! *chef kiss*

We have their 4 different flavours:

🍄‍🟫 Mushroom Sauce
Channel the brilliance of this pub classic - it's the perfect compliment to any steak or other meats including chicken.

🌶️ Peppercorn Sauce
This is the quintessential sauce for steaks and other red meats with just the right level of peppery heat.

🤎Old Fashioned Gravy
The perfect accompaniment for roasts, this delicious old-fashioned gravy is made with free-range chicken stock.

❤️ Free Range Red Wine Jus
Slowly reduced Grass Fed Beef Stock with red wine, a dash of port and thyme. The result is a Red Wine Jus with a remarkable depth and concentration of flavour.

Grab yours in our LAST PRODUCE ORDER THIS WEEK! Perfect for your Christmas meals 🎄🎄🎄

13/12/2024

THE LAST WEEK OF MARKET UPDATE 🍉🥭🫐🥭🍅🌿

Thanks Box Divvy St Ives - Torokina for the details 😉

⚡️Market update⚡️

Could this be the cheapest Christmas on record – at least for fruit and vegetables? Compared with last year, prices are down 3-4% across the board – and at least 20% lower for mangoes, berries, nectarines, pineapples, rockmelons, watermelon, cabbages, capsicum, almost all lettuces, shallots, pumpkin, all tomato varieties and baby Q’s 🥳


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⭐️ In fruit, literally everything good: lemons are holding their price, but limes are coming down sharply. Lychees are a little cheaper again, and passionfruit has dropped below $1. Rockmelons may appear a little pricy, but they are very large.

⭐️ We’re starting red seedless grapes this week: they will be cheaper than the whites. Watermelon is still great value, berries are still $3, and although cherries are tightening, they are still good value – and the Lapin variety is great eating. Peaches, nectarines, apricots and plums are all great eating and great value.

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⭐️ In vegetables, the only pricey lines are green beans and (still) potatoes and red onions. The rest is between cheap and real cheap: cabbages ($2 for both green and red: coleslaw anyone?), capsicums, eggplant, zucchini, tomatoes, lettuce, herbs (basil at $2.25 a bunch), mushrooms (we’ll try and get enough fancy shiitake, oyster and lion’s mane from Little Mountain this week – we ran out at the end of the last week).

⭐️ Baby spinach is back, pumpkin (including the small butternut) is cheap, and with tomatoes you can’t go wrong (but our pick are baby truss tomatoes).

⭐️ Speaking of tomatoes: did we shame Coles into reducing their truss tomato prices? For most of the past 2 weeks, they’ve been selling them between $4 and $6 a kilo. However, our story on the plight of truss tomato growers got a lot of coverage on the ABC, in the Herald Sun, Townsville and The Mercury and Coles have now reduced their tuss tomato price to $2.90 a kilo. About time too.

13/12/2024

SECOND LAST DELIVERY OF THE YEAR 🎉

It’s pick up day at Box Divvy! Just one more to go before the year wraps up. Let’s make the most of these fresh goodies! 🍅🍑🍌