Fruit
Mela
In short: Mela is in season in Switzerland January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December, peaking in from August to October.
Mela: prodotto svizzero selezionato per stagionalità, provenienza e uso in cucina.
Peak: from August to October
Available: January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December
Frequently asked questions
When is Mela in season in Switzerland?
Peak season is from August to October. In Switzerland it is available January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December.
apple: how to choose?
Pick firm fruit with intact skin and no bruises.
apple: how to store?
In a cool, dark place or in the fridge, away from very ripe fruit.
apple: how to cook?
Raw, in salads or wedges, but also baked, pan-fried or as compote.
Seasonal recipes
- Fribourg Cuchaule with Mund saffron and quince compote
- Baked apple chips with persimmon and cinnamon dip
- Zibelechueche: Bernese onion tart with sauerkraut salad
- Black lentil and spelt loaf with apple-braised red cabbage
- Roasted sweet potato with chestnuts and Belgian endive
- Roast beef with red cabbage, apple and Ticino rice
- Seitan en papillote with beetroot, apple and couscous
- Endive boats with oyster mushrooms, apple and horseradish
- Kiwi and apple sorbet with lemon
- Wholemeal couscous with pork, sauerkraut and juniper apple
- Seared Radicchio with Orange and Pumpkin Seeds
- Chard Rolls with Carrot and Apple
Updated on 25 October 2026