Shallots make a great addition to stir-fries, sautés, salads, soups, side dishes, and casseroles, and are often paired with garlic. Combine them with olive oil and balsamic vinegar and add fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme to create marinades and sauces for your meat dishes.

Lebanese cucumbers are popular. Smooth skinned with a mild flavour and aroma. Another great addition great to your snack arsenal. They are also a perfect addition to your salads or use instead of a biscuit for dips..

Celery is a good addition to stocks, brightens and adds flavour to salads, soups, stews and stir fries. I've even seen it added to a savoury cocktail!