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Feijoa & Lime Muffins Recipe

August 12, 2025 by Rosie Mackean

Feijoa & Lime Zing: A Taste of Early Autumn The scent of feijoas, that uniquely fragrant, slightly tropical perfume, always signals a special time for me. It’s that magical window in early autumn, typically from March through to June, when the trees in gardens across New Zealand (and wherever they’ve found a happy home) are … Read more

Feijoa Crumble Recipe

March 4, 2025 by Rosie Mackean

The Quintessential Feijoa Crumble: A Taste of Kiwi Sunshine There’s a specific magic that happens when feijoas are in season. It’s a scent that fills the air, a sweet and tangy perfume that signals the arrival of autumn in my part of the world. I remember my grandmother’s garden, an unruly paradise where feijoa trees, … Read more