Did you miss us?! After a brief hiatus last week for the Bondi Family Foundation Golf Tournament (huge thanks again to everyone who came out), the Bondi Market Report is back.

From stone fruit at peak perfection to local grapes making their entrance, summer produce at Bondi is overflowing with can’t-miss stars right now. Here’s this week’s rundown on price moves, new additions and seasonal standouts you don’t want to miss.

Let’s get into it!

📈 What’s Up? Prices are climbing this week on iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, papayas, peppers, ginger, and limes.

📉 What’s Down? Prices are easing this week on raspberries and local hot peppers (jalapeño and Thai green).

🍇 New Arrivals: Fresh arrivals include Ontario nectarines, vampire plums, Coronation grapes and Cookstown Blonde new potatoes.

🍑 What’s Peaking? Ontario stone fruit is absolutely popping off right now — with a full lineup of varieties and quality that’s nothing short of top tier. Scroll down for details.

☀️On the Horizon: Keep an eye out for local Champagne grapes, pears, and sauce tomatoes arriving soon!

🌟 New & Newsworthy: Bondi Family Foundation Charity Golf Tournament Recap!

🟥 Supply Watch: A few shorts from last week worth noting — details below.

🫒 Pantry Pick of the Week: Officially introducing Casa Calypso, Bondi’s house EVOO.

Market Recap: What's Up, What's Down

🍇 New Arrivals🍇 

Ontario Coronation Grapes | Code 3745 & 3649 — Local grapes are rolling in and we’re kicking off the season with Coronation grapes. Short season, big flavour — great for cheese boards, salads, or just showcasing Ontario fruit at its best. Available split by the basket or case!

Ontario Nectarines | Code 10785 — Ontario nectarines are hitting peak ripeness right now! Juicy, fragrant, and packed with summer flavour. Perfect for cobblers, grilled fruit applications, or sliced fresh into summer salads.

Ontario Vampire Plums | Code 10785 — Dark skin, vibrant bright red flesh, and a name that grabs attention, these Vampire Plums are excellent for desserts, preserves, or simply sliced to brighten up a plate.

Cookstown Blonde Potatoes | Code 4517 — Creamy, buttery, and thin-skinned, these new potatoes are fresh from Cookstown. Ideal for roasting, smashing, or using in any dish that benefits from a velvety potato texture with minimal prep.

Delicata Squash | Code 3333 — Ontario Delicatas are in! Sweet, nutty, and creamy with edible skin.

🍑 What’s Peaking🍑 

Mid-August means prime time for Ontario stone fruit, and the lineup couldn’t look any sweeter:

• Baby Gold Peaches | Code 2961— firm texture, juicy, perfect for slicing, canning and grilling.

• White Peaches | Code 2952 — delicate, floral sweetness; a lighter alternative.

• Peaches | Code 4411 — the versatile staple; juicy, abundant, and menu-friendly.

• Yellow Plums | Code 10727 — tangy punch with bright, sunny flesh.

• Vampire Plums | Code 10785 — deep red color and dramatic plate appeal.

• Italian Prune Plums | Code 3051 — rich flavour, ideal for baking, roasting, or snacking.

• Apricots | Code 7683 — small but mighty; balanced tart-sweet profile for sweet or savory dishes.

☀️On The Horizon☀️ 

Ontario Champagne grapes are on the way in the next few weeks, packing big bursts of sweetness in every bite.

Local pears are just about ready too — crisp, juicy, and perfect for menus that lean into fall.

And for the chefs looking to batch, stir, and simmer, sauce tomatoes are around the corner, ready to bring that rich depth of flavour straight from the field to your kitchen.

🚩Supply Watch🚩: Last Week's Supply & Quality Recap

Supply Gap:

• Hiiro Tomatoes | Code 10840 — Nature Fresh anticipates a 2–3 week supply gap as they move through replanting.

• Honeycrisp Apples | Code 1937 — We’re in an end-of-season gap, roughly four weeks away from new crop arrivals. Once harvest ramps up, markets should begin to ease.

Last Week’s Shortages:

• Shiitake Mushrooms | Code 2786 — After strong demand and slower growth from the recent heat, supply has recovered and product is back in stock.

• Basil | Code 2130 — Supply tightened from flight and customs delays, but basil is back in stock.

• Bosc Pears | Code 3150 — Despite recent container delays, ongoing supply remains stable.

• Strawberries | Code 3346 — Quality is spotty coming out of California. Plan for fair quality — mostly medium fruit with some light bruising and a shorter window on shelf life.

• Ontario Blackberries | Code 4835 — Ontario blackberries ran short last week with limited availability.

• Greek Yogurt Plain 5% | Code 6248 — Greek yogurt faced a production and delivery delay, now back in stock.

• Red Watercress | Code 4479 — Weather issues forced prorated orders, but watercress supply should improve next week.

• Barbet Lightwave | Code 10502 — A production and packaging hiccup held up Barbet Lightwave, but it should be back later this week.

🌟 Golf Tournament Recap🌟 

Last Tuesday we hosted our very first event for the Bondi Family Foundation — and what a day it was! Our inaugural tournament under the Bondi Family Foundation is officially in the books, and we’re still buzzing with gratitude. From everyone who joined us on the course to those who supported from afar, thank you so much for being part of it.

Together, we raised over $40,000 for Haven on the Queensway, helping support families in our community who need it most.

Check out our IG post with some highlights from the day!

🫒Pantry Pick of the Week 🫒 

Casa Calypso EVOO | Code 5674 & 6100

Our branded tins are finally here for our house EVOO and they’re looking gorgeous! Officially introducing Casa Calypso, Bondi’s house EVOO that combines Italian and Greek olives for a smooth, buttery richness with a clean, balanced finish and just a hint of mild bitterness. Ideal for cooking, dressing, or dipping.