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Oddbox: Delivering on their Promise of Freshness Simon Whitelaw firmly believes that creating great food requires high-quality produce. Through Oddbox, he aims to make quality fruit and veg accessible to all.

Freshness incoming!

It's not too late to order your bag of goodness for the week💚

Delivering across the southern 'burbs tomorrow

PLUS.... great special running on our meal kits. Perfect time to give them a bash!

We're always grateful for some rain, even a drizzle 😊 Absolutely loving this cooler weather today even though we're not ready for summer to be over yet 😎 🌴

Anyways, we have some new additions on the veg front and we'll be offering some beautiful seasonal baby marrows from this week as well as bringing back our organic baby spinach - the supply thereof has stabilised thankfully 😜 Add to your order 👉 https://oddbox.co.za/

In the meantime, try this lovely Mediterranean roast veg couscous wrap recipe below 👇

Have a lovely week and see you soon! 💚

Recipe: Mediterranean roast veg couscous wraps

Ingredients(serves 3-4 as a side):

1 large brinjal, chopped into 1cm discs
1 red onion, chopped into 1cm slices
2 medium tomatoes, roughly chopped
1 cup butternut, 1cm dice
1 cup spinach, washed and finely shredded
3 cloves of garlic, smashed
1 Tbsp dried herbs (oregano, thyme or mixed)
3-4 Tbsp olive oil
Salt & pepper to taste
4-6 Soft flour tortillas
1 cup cooked coucous
3-4 Tbsp Basil pesto
1 Log of goats cheese (optional)

Recipe:

First, preheat the oven to 220C.

Lay the butternut on a baking tray, drizzle with olive oil and salt and roast for 10-12 minutes until beginning to soften.

Remove tray, fold through the other veggies(except the spinach), additional salt, olive oil, garlic and herbs and replace in oven. Roast for another 15 minutes until veggies are softened and lightly caramelised.

Toss the veg with the couscous, shredded spinach and basil pesto in a large bowl. Mix well, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. A squeeze of lemon juice can be added at this point.

Toast the tortillas in a hot, dry pan for 20 seconds each side and set aside.

Spoon the filling into the centre of the tortilla before dotting with the goats cheese(if using) and rolling up into a cigar shape. Tuck in the one side as you go.

Once all are rolled, serve immediately.

What a stunning day to start off the week 😊Feeling relaxed and cool as a cucumber.

Which is why you shouldn't stress about 'What's for dinner' just grab one of our meal kits and you're ready to go 👉 https://oddbox.co.za/ That's dinner sorted in a jiffy 😜

You can choose from the following:

- Hainanese chicken & rice
- Mushroom risotto with baby spinach
- Spicy beef and bean wraps with red cabbage slaw
- (vegan) Curried cauliflower steak
- (vegan) Wonton soup

Don't forget we also stock some of your favourite staples like Brown lentils, Basmati rice, Bulgur wheat, Egg noodles and so much more! Explore on our website https://oddbox.co.za/

Keep your family strong and healthy by stocking up on fruits and veg fresh from the farm, as well as your favourite add-ons 💪

See you soon and keep safe!

Happy Valentine's Day to you! 😍

We come bearing good news. Meal kits are back and ready for you to rock your chef's hat 😜

There are a few T's and C's:

- All orders for meal kits for the week ahead need to be in by Sunday at 8pm. This refers to Thursday as well as Tuesdays orders.

Other than that, you can look forward to a larger, more interesting range of kits available to you! Yay to trying out new recipes in an easier, more convenient and comfortable way.

We can't wait!

Remember to fill up on your healthy fresh fruits and veg 👉 https://oddbox.co.za/

Looking forward to seeing you this week. Stay safe out there and enjoy your Valentine's Day 😎😘

Hey Oddboxers 😍 we're so pumped for this week! Hopefully you had a restful weekend and you're ready to go 💪 Healthy food and shakes all round to keep our energies up.

Things are slowly getting back to normal and our fighting spirit has got us through the worst. You can be proud, you're still standing 💚

Let's keep going. Stock up on your fruits and veg (and some staples 😜) 👉https://oddbox.co.za/ We only stock the freshest produce, so it's good for your body from the inside, out.

High quality fruits and veg at a great price.

Have a beautiful week ahead and see you soon!

More goodies on the menu! 🥳

We have added quinoa, couscous and lentils as we continue to expand and offer you more, for prices you won't find in a supermarket 😉 Add these to your order and explore new recipes 👉https://oddbox.co.za/

This means you can now shop for some of your staples as we grow into becoming a one-stop shop for all your healthy food requirements. Please feel free to share what else you think should be added to the list of goods, for future reference. We always welcome your feedback and thanks for sharing your opinions. You are highly appreciated 😎

Enjoy the rest of your week and don't forget to order your healthy fruits and veg! Keep your strength up! See you soon 😍

Is it just us, or does it feels like this year's January went by quicker than most? 😎

Anyways, due to popular demand we have taken the step to add a bunch of dry staples to our menu. You can explore on our website what to add to your order 😜 https://oddbox.co.za/

We've also included the option to 'refill' your rice. Your rice will arrive simply stapled in a brown paper bag - OddBox style, the idea being to minimise your footprint on the planet. We'll be adding more grains and legumes from next week.

We'll be launching our new OddBox kitchen ordering system in a couple of weeks, so stick tight for that guys - it's super exciting 🥳

Stay healthy and happy. Get your fruits and veg now so you're sorted for the week https://oddbox.co.za/

PS: Thank you for your suggestions and feedback always. We appreciate your support 💚

Have a spectacular week fam and see you soon.

Hope you're still sticking to your New Year's resolutions 😜 When it comes to healthy eating, we've got you!

You'll be happy to know that we've got some incredible granola on the menu this week - courtesy of . It's fantastic quality, and it comes in an eco-friendly reusable glass jar. From next week we'll have the option to refill your jar at a discount - well worth a try! Let's save our planet one small deed at a time 💪

While placing your order 👉 https://oddbox.co.za/ take some time to check out the new summer fruit on the menu in the form of grapes and cherries 🍇. These are great as a snack.

Have a cracking week and see you soon 😊

Hey Oddboxers :) Oh how we have missed you. Hope you enjoyed your holidays and you are now ready to tackle the year!

We've got a slight change of tack this year as you'll soon see ;) with an emphasis on the staples and a greater selection of dried goods soon to be available to you. We will keep you in the loop as the weeks go.

As you look after your health and the environment, be sure to order your fresh fruits and veg - straight from the farm and delivered to your door, plastic-free! https://oddbox.co.za/

We wish you an exciting and healthy year ahead. Let's do this! 💪

So here we are. The last batch of produce for the year and what a year it's been🥴

We've got plenty to check out from the kitchen again this week with noodles on offer. If you haven't tried them out, you really should, we've got something for everyone :)

We're also still running the 15% promo on a number of items such as our kombucha and Okja oat milk so get in whilst stocks last!

Ps: Our office will be closed from 17 December 2021 to 10 January 2022.

Thank you for all your support this year. May you have a wonderful festive season. Stay blessed and stay safe! See you next year 🥳

😎 Let's cook up a storm this week with a new noodle dish. With the meal kit, this is so easy for you to make :) A Thai classic (of sorts)- Drunken Noodles! These sticky, garlic noodles replete with Basil and veggies are a winner and suitable for the whole family (chilli included, but served separately). Vegan option also available 😋 Get your kit now https://oddbox.co.za/

We're still running our 15% OFF SALE. Get your favourite add-ons at a lower price, or try something new this festive season. Order with your fresh fruits and veg 👉 https://oddbox.co.za/

Even though this past year has been challenging, let's keep our collective chins up and power through for a strong finish🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️💃 Thank you for supporting small businesses 😊

Enjoy your week and see you soon! Stay safe.

Get your favourite add-ons at a lower price 🥳 We've got some BIG SPECIALS running whilst stocks last, as we look to clear our fresh stock prior to us closing for the summer holiday (the 16th is our last day). We would like to avoid any food wastage. Get your hands on everything from kombucha to chocolate with a juicy 15% discount! Don't forget to add these to your next order https://oddbox.co.za/ 😜

📣 BIG SALE NOW ON‼️

Get 15% OFF some of your favourite add-ons. From kombucha to chocolate! Everything MUST GO so don't miss out 😉🥳 Add your favs to your order now https://oddbox.co.za/

Please also share the good news with your friends 😜

Back to normal programming 😁 We've got some amazing meal kits this week: Chicken nachos (with a helping hand from Santa Anna's) and a yummy vegan curry bowl on the menu. Nom nom....

We're looking forward to a new week, month and celebratory feels (Christmas is near 🥰)

Have a fabulous one and see you soon!

Sometimes you just want to munch on something light and fresh. This is the perfect recipe, and it is easy to make. Did we mention this is also a low-carb option? 😜

Recipe: Baby marrow fettuccini

Ingredients(serves 4):

500g baby marrow, cut into ribbons using a peeler
1 large pepper, cut into strips
2 leeks, whites only, chopped and washed
200g button mushrooms, sliced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
Chopped chilli, to taste
1 Tbsp dried oregano
100g feta, crumbled
Grilled or shredded chicken (optional)
2 Tbsp veg oil
5 Tbsp olive oil
Salt & pepper

Recipe:

First, prep the veg and set aside.

Next, in a large pan, heat 2 tbsp veg oil to high and add the mushrooms.

Fry with a pinch of salt until browned. Set aside.

Next, ad the olive oil and leeks and sauté on medium for 4-5 minutes until leeks have softened, add the garlic and chilli and cook for another 30 seconds.

Next, increase the heat and add the peppers and mushrooms back.

Cook for 2 minutes with a pinch of salt.

Add the baby marrow ribbons and toss to combine. Cook on high for 30 seconds with the lid on the pan.

Toss through the dried herbs and feta. Add the chicken now too if using.

Serve and enjoy!

What's for dinner? Massaman curry! (also called matsaman or mussaman curry 😉) This is a beautifully creamy, mildly spicy, nutty, slow-cooked curry heavily influenced by Indian, Malaysian, and Persian cuisines.

Both vegan and non-vegan curry meal kits are on the menu as well as lighter quinoa bowl options. Check out more details on our site. Order yours now https://oddbox.co.za/ One dinner done! ✅

We've also got hold of some delicious nectacots for this week's bags. These golden orbs are a cross between nectarines and apricots and are juicy and a real treat 😋

Order your fresh fruits and veg here https://oddbox.co.za/ and have a wonderful, productive week.

See you soon!

You simply must try this side dish! Getting ready to plan your Christmas feast? This could be a featured dish on your menu 😜

Recipe: Lyonnaise potatoes

Ingredients(serves 4):

600g baby potatoes
2 large brown onions, sliced
20g flatleaf parsley, chopped
2 sprigs hard herbs- rosemary or thyme
2 tbsp veg oil
2 tbsp butter
Salt & pepper

Recipe:

Cook the potatoes in salted boiling water until cooked through but not 'mash' soft.

Meanwhile, cook the sliced onions in a medium pan with the butter, hard herbs and a pinch of salt until very soft- about 15 minutes. Stir frequently- if they catch a little that's fine but you don't want them too heavily caramelised.

Once cooked and cooled, slice the potatoes in half and set aside.

Heat another large, non-stick pan, on high, add the oil and potatoes. Brown well on all sides- this will take around 15 minutes of frying.

Once well-browned fold through the softened onions, flatleaf parsley and a good pinch of salt and pepper.

Serve with your favourite roast.

Young or old, you're allowed to play with your food a little 😜 Which plate is your fav?

Have you tried the Lebanese flatbread before? If not, you'll get a chance to this week 😋 topped with spicy mince and tabbouleh. There is also the spicy chickpeas and mushrooms option. So, depending on your choice, you'll get a sour cream or zingy lemon tahini sauce to bring it all together. Try it once and you'll never go back, add to your order 👉https://oddbox.co.za/

To all our asparagus lovers 😍 you'll enjoy the seasonal, local asparagus we have in store for you this week.

Don't forget we're still giving away FREE blueberries this week 😉 Every family box order will get a free bag of these blue superfood beauties. Super healthy and one cup of blueberries provides 24% of a person's recommended daily allowance of vitamin C. Definitely worth getting the extra bag.

Get your FRESH fruits and veg now https://oddbox.co.za/ We look forward to seeing you! Enjoy the sun and fun, and stay safe 💚

Fresh, simple, quick, and healthy! Not sure what to do with your pineapples? This recipe will sort that out. It is delicious and versatile. You can tweak it any number of ways to suit the palates involved 😉

Recipe: Carrot and pineapple salad

Ingredients(serves 4):

1 cup grated carrot
1/2 pineapple, cored and diced into 1.5cm pieces
1 large tomato, roughly chopped
2 tbsp raisins
1/3 cup of spring onion, finely chopped
10g mint, roughly chopped
10g coriander, roughly chopped
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
3 tbsp veg oil
1/2 lemon, juice only

Recipe:

Soak the raisins in cold water for 20 minutes before draining and patting dry.

In a large bowl, toss together all the remaining ingredients and serve - easy peasy!

Blueberries are healthy and nutritious. They boost your heart health, brain function and numerous other aspects of your body. They are low in calories and incredibly good for you! Making them the perfect snack or addition to your health smoothies. Order a Family box this week and you'll get an extra bag of this awesome fruit, for FREE! https://oddbox.co.za/

Back to the East this week with the Ramen meal kit! Ready in 10 minutes 😎 Ramen is a Japanese broth packed with Umami from shiitakes and miso paste, toothsome noodles and a couple of sumptuous soy marinated eggs. Both vegan and chicken versions are available this week.

Order your healthy fruit and veg box 👉https://oddbox.co.za/ With a myriad of add-ons to choose from, to make your cooking an enjoyable experience 😉

Enjoy your week, stay healthy and look after yourself. See you soon!

Looks perfect, doesn't it? 😍 And you can make this at home! This is an American classic, made with local, seasonal ingredients. Give it a try 😉

Ingredients(serves 4):

1 medium butternut squash- cut into 1cm cubes
2 medium potatoes, washed and cut into 1cm cubes
1 bunch spinach, washed and chopped roughly
1 onion, cut into 2cm pieces
3 cloves garlic
Handful of parsley, roughly chopped
2 tbsp veg oil
2 tbsp butter
1/4 cup of parmesan or another hard cheese
Salt & pepper to taste
Fried eggs to serve- optional

Recipe:

Heat a large pan on medium heat, add the oil, the butternut, potatoes and a pinch of salt & pepper.
Replace the lid and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally until almost cooked through and nicely browned.

Add the onion, spinach and garlic and increase the heat to high, add another pinch of salt.
Stir and cook for another 10 minutes until onion is softened and spinach is wilted.

Once all is cooked, finish with the parsley and parmesan cheese.
Toss and serve topped with the fried eggs.

Spoil yourself with these add-ons while supporting local businesses 😉 Grab your favourites or try something new. Add them to your fruit and veg order 👉 https://oddbox.co.za/

Coimbra Bakery / Pie in the Sky Bakery Honest Chocolate Klein River Cheese OhaloKombucha Santa Anna's Bee Wild Honey

Welcoming this new month with new offerings, collaborations and positive vibes 😍 Come what may, we are ready for it!

Hitting our shelves this week is a new set of products from Santa Anna's. They produce organic corn tortillas, corn chips as well as mouth-watering Mexican salsas. We hope you'll enjoy these as a snack, as well as incorporate them into the new and old dishes you'll be making 😉 add to your order now https://oddbox.co.za/

Oh, and the tomato risotto is making a comeback this week 🥳 If you haven't tried it, now is the time! A rich and flavourful sundried tomato puree is what gives this meal its colour and flavour. Fabulous! Finished with fresh herbs and flash-roasted cherry tomatoes and you're all set🍅

Can you believe it's almost the end of the year?! Time flies. Anyways, have a beautiful week. Please keep your mask on during deliveries and stay safe!

💃💃💃 Closing off the week with some AWESOME news. What we have in store for you is so authentic, you'll think you're in Mexico. Ariba!

From next week you can shop Santa Anna's organic corn tortillas and chips! Imagine nights filled with nachos, guacamole, and sangrias 😍 aaaaah the future looks delicioso!

We can't wait for you to try out their products. They are naturally gluten free, non-GMO, certified organic corn chips & Mexican style products, using certified organic, locally sourced ingredients wherever possible. Add them to your order 💚

Furthermore, their company is centred around sustainability, organic local produce, that is preservative, colourant, and additive free. Another beautiful collaboration and partnership 🕺

Welcome to the familia Santa Annas! 🥳 🥂

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Get 20% off your eggs, you'll need them for this recipe 😉

This one is quick, tasty and versatile 😋

Recipe: Curried sweetcorn and mushroom frittata

Ingredients (serves 2-3):

2 ears of corn- with the kernels carefully sliced off
1 brown onion, finely chopped
200g button mushrooms(or another type)- sliced
Handful of curly kale, roughly chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2cm piece of ginger- grated
2 tbsp curry powder
2 tbsp butter
20g coriander- chopped
Salt & pepper to taste
Fresh chillli- chopped, to taste

For the frittata base:

8 eggs, scrambled
1 cup milk
100g cheese(any mild cheese will do), grated
Salt & pepper to taste

Recipe:

Heat a large, ovenproof, non stick pan on medium heat.
Add the butter, onion and a pinch of salt.
Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.

Add the garlic & ginger and cook for another 30 seconds.
Increase the heat to high and add all the other veggies with another k**b of butter, pinch of salt and pepper, the curry powder and chilli (if using).
Preheat oven to 220C.

Cook on high, stirring regularly for 6-8 minutes until the kale is tender and veggies are cooked.
Mix together the frittata base and pour into the pan.

Stir occasionally for 1-2 minutes until mixture begins to catch and cook.
Transfer to oven and bake until set- the cook time depends on the size of the pan.

There should be a wobble but not too much of one- approximately 8-10 minute cook time.

Remove from oven and turn out onto a board, sprinkle with the chopped coriander and serve with a salad or a simple sambal alongside a dollop of yoghurt.

What great weather we're having! A ray of sunshine is always welcome, a good week ahead 🕺

As we salsa our way into it, you can expect 20% off your eggs still, and a new meal kit ;) Let's try to make enchiladas this week, with the Mexican inspired, beef and bean (or just bean) enchilada meal kit. So put your chef hat on and enjoy making this quick and easy dinner. Add the kit to your order now https://oddbox.co.za/

More organic produce this week too with organic curly kale from Love in a Bowl coming in hot!🥬 We're loving the freshness, hope you are as well.

Otherwise, have a lovely week. Keep safe and remember to look after you health by packing nutritious food on your plate. Order your fresh fruits and veg https://oddbox.co.za/

See you soon! Arriba, arriba!

Have you tried any of our meal kits? Which one is your favourite so far?

1. Pad Thai
2. Burger / Falafel
3. Sesame, crispy tofu & broccoli
4. Creamy mushroom and baby spinach risotto
5. Caesar salad
6. Other

Please share your thoughts in the comment section 🙂 we'd love to get your feedback 💚

😋 So bright and beautiful! We hope you enjoy trying out this recipe. This tart is super yum, summery and great for lunch with a side salad.

Recipe: Beetroot, leek and feta cheese tart

Ingredients(serves 3-4):

400g beetroot, boiled until soft, peeled and sliced into 1/2cm slices
3 leeks, whites only, washed and sliced into 1/2cm rounds
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp fresh (or 1 tbsp dried) thyme, chopped
Olive oil, for drizzling at the end
1 sheet ready made puff pastry
1 scrambled egg- for brushing
150g feta cheese
Salt & pepper to taste

Recipe:

Preheat the oven to 200C
Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured work surface to 1/4cm thickness. Cover and refrigerate for 10 minutes.

Next, sauté the leeks on medium heat, in a k**b of butter and pinch of salt until soft- about 8 minutes. Once softened, set aside until slightly cooled.

Lay the cold pastry on a lightly greased baking tray, scatter the beetroot slices and leeks evenly. Finish with a little salt on the beetroot and the thyme.

Brush the edges of the tart with egg wash- this will leave a lovely golden brown crust.

Bake for 20 minutes until the pastry is cooked and crust is golden brown.

Remove from oven, sprinkle feta and replace for 5 minutes.

Remove from oven, allow to cool slightly before slicing.

Serve with a side salad.

Hey Oddboxers 🙂 This week you can get 20% off your eggs for the next few days or so - while stocks last! Grab your tray of free-range eggs here 👉https://oddbox.co.za/ and save some extra cash.

Good news 🕺 there's more organic produce from Love in a Bowl and we've rustled up a delicious vegan sauce - another Mediterranean classic, Ratatouille.🍅🍆🧄

It doesn't end there! This week you can look forward to a Caesar salad meal kit. With summer just around the corner and plenty of warm days this week, you can indulge in this classic dish. Packed full of flavour, and fit for royalty 👑 Get your kit now and enjoy https://oddbox.co.za/

Have a fabulous week! Enjoy the good things in life and we'll see you soon. Stay safe fam 💚