August is one of the peak harvest months of the year. Fruits, vegetables, and herbs are particularly aromatic, juicy, and packed with nutrients. Many varieties are ideal for fresh summer dishes, smoothies, juices, stir-fries, or late-summer barbecues.
Kitchen appliances such as mixers, slow juicers, choppers, air fryers, frying pans or steam cookers allow all ingredients to be processed quickly and gently.
Fruity late summer highlights
Apples – the first varieties are here
The early apple varieties start in August – crisp, fresh and slightly tart.
Perfect for:
- Smoothies
- Fruit salads
- Juice
- light apple snacks
pear – soft and sweet
August pears are particularly aromatic and suitable for:
- Shakes
- compote
- Desserts
- Salads
Fig – sweet, soft & Mediterranean
Fresh figs go perfectly with:
- Smoothies
- Bowls
- light summer desserts
- Salads (e.g. with arugula)
Plum – ideal for cooking & baking
Plums are fully ripe and versatile in August:
- for compote
- Pan-fried dishes
- Smoothies
- light desserts
Grape & Melon – juicy & refreshing
Both are perfect for summer mixed drinks, smoothies and fruit bowls.
Tip: Briefly freeze grapes → natural ice candies.
Elderberry – intense & powerful
Elderberries are rarely eaten raw, but are ideal for:
- Juices
- syrup
- warm mixed drinks
- Smoothies (always heat briefly!)
August vegetables – fresh, crisp and aromatic
Pumpkin (Hokkaido) – autumn is slowly coming
The first Hokkaido pumpkins are now in season.
Perfect for:
- creamy soups
- Oven dishes
- Purées
- Pumpkin cubes from the air fryer
Sugar snap pea – tender & fresh
Ideal for light summer dishes:
- Wok dishes
- colorful pans
- Salads
Pointed cabbage – mild & versatile
This tender cabbage is suitable for:
- Coleslaw
- Pan-fried dishes
- light stews
Leeks – aromatic & pleasantly mild
Perfect for soups, stir-fries, casseroles or mixed sauces.
Swiss chard – colorful & nutrient-rich
Chard is especially fresh in August.
Use:
- Smoothies
- green juices
- light pan-fried dishes
- Wraps (steamed chard leaves)
Onions – the basis for many summer dishes
Fresh, mild summer onions are available in August – perfect for:
- Salads
- Pan-fried dishes
- Dips
Garlic – aromatic & healthy
Fresh garlic is now available, ideal for:
- Mediterranean dishes
- Marinades
- Dips
- Grilled dishes
Aromatic August herbs
Oregano – spicy & Mediterranean
Perfect for:
- Mediterranean dishes
- tomato sauces
- BBQ marinades
- Herbal oils
Marjoram – a warm aroma for summer cooking
Well suited for:
- Vegetable stir-fries
- Potato dishes
- light stews
- herbal mixtures
August Season Overview
- Herbs: Oregano, marjoram
- Fruit: apple, pear, fig, elderberry, grape, melon, plum
- Vegetables: Pumpkin (Hokkaido), sugar snap peas, pointed cabbage, leek, garlic, chard, onion
Conclusion: August brings full variety and intense flavor.
In August, the produce is particularly aromatic and versatile – ideal for light, healthy, and colorful dishes. Whether smoothies, salads, bowls, mixed sauces, or barbecue creations: the August harvest provides the perfect base.
