The Fruit Nerd: Field to Feast

Season 1

Embark on a captivating journey with Thanh, affectionately known as 'The Fruit Nerd' and a second-generation fruiterer who is deeply passionate about all things fruit and vegetables.

Join Thanh's quest as he delves into the fascinating odyssey that Australian-grown fruit and vegetables undertake from the farm to the plate. Beyond the fields, he celebrates the unsung heroes along the food chain, bringing to light the intricate process that brings produce into the heart of homes.

Where to Watch Season 1

10 Episodes

  • Roma Tomatoes
    E1
    Roma TomatoesThanh 'The Fruit Nerd' Truong takes a deep dive into Australian tomatoes, specifically Roma tomatoes, and enjoys a traditional Italian feast by making homemade passata and gnocchi.
  • Persimmons
    E2
    PersimmonsDrying persimmons is a Korean culinary method that takes months. To understand the method better, Thanh follows the epic journey the persimmon takes from farm, into a Korean kitchen, and on to his plate.
  • Mushrooms
    E3
    MushroomsThanh visits the biggest mushroom farm in Australia and compares their produce to wild foraged pine mushrooms, all to be enjoyed using an unconventional cooking approach.
  • White Asparagus
    E4
    White AsparagusThanh heads to a local farm to learn more about the white asparagus variety.
  • Sour Cherries
    E5
    Sour CherriesThanh visits one of the few producers of Australian grown sour cherries because not all of his adventures focus on large varieties.
  • Artichokes
    E6
    ArtichokesThanh focuses on the artichoke, a quintessential Mediterranean vegetable, and traces its journey through Melbourne's largest market.
  • Turkish Chillies
    E7
    Turkish ChilliesThanh goes to a farm that produces a type of chilli adored by Turkish Australians and challenges himself to try this spicy classic.
  • Okra
    E8
    OkraThanh uncovers secrets behind okra in an African-Australian owned and operated farm.
  • Chestnuts
    E9
    ChestnutsThanh looks into how people grow, cook and eat chestnuts, from shaking the trees to cooking them in delicious recipes.
  • Oranges
    E10
    OrangesThanh looks at Navel oranges in Mildura and finds out why Valencia oranges grown in Barham are the best oranges for juicing.

 

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