Fruit World Ponsonby
Bhudda and Chris
Store owner
Part of the Fruit World Family for - Over 1 years
Chose to be part of Fruit World because -
I joined Fruit World for its strong brand and focus on quality fresh produce. They help us with product selection and handle the paperwork, so we can focus on running the shop. It makes business simple and convenient for us.
What do you enjoy most about your job?
I love connecting with our regular customers and helping them find fresh, tasty fruit and vegetables every day.
There’s something really satisfying about seeing people leave happy with great-quality produce, and building those regular, friendly relationships with the local community.
What surprises customers the most about Fruit World?
Customers are often most surprised by how fresh and varied our produce is, and how much care we put into selecting every item.
Less money more fresh, which they don’t always expect from a local fruit shop.
What do customers tell you they like about shopping at Fruit World?
Customers tell us that we always have seasonal produce and that we go out of our way to get the tastiest, freshest items available.
What's your favourite fruit or vegetable and why?
My favourite fruit is fresh strawberries there’s nothing better than ripe, in-season strawberries, and they’re always popular with our customers too.
What changes have you noticed in our fruit and vegetable eating habits over the last few years?
I’ve noticed two main changes. First, customers care much more about quality than price. They prefer fresh, good-quality fruit and vegetables over cheaper options. Second, they love convenient, one-stop shopping. They like to buy meat and groceries alongside their fruit and veg, which works well as we also sell fresh meat in store.
