FAQ

What is Organic Food?

Organic Food is produced using organic farming methods containing no chemical fertilisers or synthetic pesticides or herbicides and contain no genetic modification, food irradiation or chemical additives.

What is a Wholefood?

Wholefood relates to a food in its natural state with nothing added. Wholefoods are unrefined, unprocessed and nutrient rich as a result.

What is Biodynamic Farming?

This is a method of farming developed by Rudolf Steiner, an agriculturalist and philosopher. Biodynamic Farming  does not use chemical pesticides or herbicides and endeavours to improve soil, plant and crop quality and vitality. Biodynamic farming needs to meet strict guidelines required by DEMETER certification.

What products do you stock at Apples and Sage?

With over 5000 products to choose from, you are sure to find what you're looking for in store. If not, please don't hesitate to ask us! Our range includes the following:

• Fresh Fruit and Vegetables
• Grocery items
• Dairy and Frozen foods
• Vegan and Kosher products
• Gluten Free products
• Ready made Organic Meals
• A large selection of bulk Chocolate, Nuts, Seeds, Flours, & Pulses
• Wine and Beer
• Cleaning products
• Probiotics

Plus we have a fresh Peanut Butter Station, a Raw Honey Station and a Kombucha Bar.

What is Kombucha? 

Kombucha is a fermented probiotic drink, thought to have originated in China thousands of years ago. While Kombucha drinkers report numerous health benefits, restoring gut health is considered one of the primary ones. As the gut is "home" for more than 85% of our immune system, it is important to look after it. Pop in and have a taste of our Grateful Harvest Kombucha and chat with us about how it may assist you.

Do you have car parking at the store?

Parking is available on Whitehorse Road, or alternatively there are two car parks behind the store off Mangan Street.