Ziggy’s Fresh in Fyshwick is an impressive greengrocer offering an exceptional range of fresh fruit and vegetables. Owners, Ken and Toni Irvine, their sons and family are passionate about fresh produce. This passion and their efforts are immediately evident upon entering the store. Bright, modern and inviting, it has a unique market feel with an appealing sophistication in produce presentation and quality.

It is clear that the polished team at Ziggy’s work closely together to provide a high level of customer service, and genuinely enjoy interacting with their customers. Add to this a commitment to ongoing business improvement, and it is easy to see why they excel on so many fronts, and have earned the title of Greengrocer of the Year for 2016.

Proprietor Michael Cessario, together with his sons Joe, Sam and Damian, have run this snazzy greengrocer since 2009. They have worked tirelessly to finesse their store presentation, range and service to distinguish themselves as providores of quality service and fruit and vegetables.

Figtree Greengrocer has a broad range of market fresh produce and an impressive assortment of gourmet groceries. The atmosphere is friendly and the ambience relaxing. Nothing is too much trouble for this team; they deliver on service, quality, value for money, and total shopping experience.

Website: www.figtreegreengrocer.com

Ziggy’s Market Fresh Fyshwick is an impressive greengrocer offering an exceptional range of fresh fruit and vegetables. It is obvious that devoted owners, Ken and Toni Irvine, their sons and family are passionate about fresh produce, their business and the industry.

Bright, modern and inviting, the store has a unique market feel with an appealing sophistication in produce presentation and quality. It is clear the polished team at Ziggy’s are committed to ongoing improvement and work closely together to provide a high level of customer service.

Proprietor Max Filipe has over 30 years of experience in the fresh produce industry and over that time has built Fruitezy’s reputation as one of the leading providers of farm fresh fruit and vegetables in Sydney.

The Miranda store is steadfastly committed to listening to its customers and actively meeting their requests, needs and wants. In addition to providing the freshest fruits and vegetables at fair prices, Max and his team offer a quality selection of gourmet products, corporate gift baskets, and homemade salads to cater all the needs of customers. Their willingness to accept customer feedback and act on it, has resulted in a high level of customer satisfaction and repeat sales.

This ability to grow business while maintaining a personal level of customer service is what has made Fruitezy a stand out as the Best Large Business for 2016.

Website: fruitezy.com.au

Exceptional service is a hallmark at Farmer Feld’s Fresh Produce. Consideration for the customer can be seen in all aspects of the business. In addition to the fresh produce offering, the store stocks a range of other goods, including meat, dairy, bakery and grocery, and services to cater to the needs of their customers and make it a one-stop shop. Marketing initiatives such as the introduction of a customer loyalty program have also served the business well.

It is clear that the effort is appreciated with the store having a loyal base of regular customers and a stellar reputation in the local community.

Website: www.farmerfelds.com.au

Parisi's Food Hall, Rose Bay has been an industry benchmark for outstanding quality and store appearance since opening in 2009. The store's interior is a stylish mix of marble and terrazzo. It is light, bright and spacious and caters extremely well to the community's taste and needs.

Operated by the experienced and passionate team of Peter Morelli, Mario Bombardier and Claudio and Albert Guerrera, this Dover Road store is a showcase of stunning quality fresh fruit, vegetables and flowers and so much more.

A great deal of time and attention is given to this store's presentation. Maximising the use of colour and shapes the team at Parisi's create artful displays. Paris's Food Hall is spacious, spotlessly clean, well-lit and recipe cards are strategically located at the entrance to the store and around the store in conjunction with produce stacks to offer inspiration to customers at the point of purchase.

Website: www.parisisfoodhall.com.au

Operated by the Martelli family, this team of professional greengrocers are renowned for their product knowledge, friendly service, freshness and range. Their semi prepared lines cater to the community’s need for time saving products and interest in cooking. Customers of Martelli’s Fruit Market are offered an impressive range of quality fresh fruit and vegetables and gourmet groceries.