Hearty, wholesome and irresistibly flaky — let’s make (or cheat!) your way to the perfect winter pizza.
In the depths of a cold Melbourne winter, nothing beats a golden, bubbling pie — savoury or sweet, crisp-edged or rustic, homemade or heated from the fridge. At Gertrude Grocer, we’ve curated everything you need to make the ultimate gourmet pizza, using premium winter produce, imported flours and gluten-free options and for nights when you just want to eat well without the work.
Whether you're baking from scratch or simply warming up something incredible, we’re here to keep your cravings sorted — no matter how cold it gets outside.
What’s in Season and Pizza-Worthy Right Now?
The best pizza start with the best ingredients — and winter produce in Victoria is deeply flavourful and perfect for slow-roasting or baking.
Find these seasonal stars in-store now:
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Leeks, onions & garlic – the flavour base for any filling
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Silverbeet, kale & spinach – dark leafy greens that hold their shape
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Cauliflower, broccoli, pumpkin – for creamy bakes and hearty bites
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Potatoes & sweet potatoes – the comfort kings
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Apples, pears & rhubarb – for sweet pies, galettes or crumbles
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Fresh herbs & spices – rosemary, thyme, sage, and warming blends
Make It from Scratch: Flours & Gluten-Free Options
At Gertrude Grocer, we stock premium imported flours used by professional bakers and home chefs alike — ideal for making crispv or elastic doughs.
Our Top Picks:
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Caputo '00' Pizza & Pastry Flours – silky, Italian-milled perfection
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Gluten-Free Flour Blends – perfect for coeliacs or those avoiding wheat
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GF Precinct Premium Pizza Bases – ready to top and bake
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Premium Olive Oils & Italian Sea Salts – to finish your crust just right
Make a veggie galette with gluten-free pastry, roasted pumpkin, and feta — then finish with thyme and a drizzle of EVOO.
No Time? No Problem. Try Our Farro Organic Spelt Pizzas
We get it — some nights, the oven is only for reheating. That’s where our Farro Organic Spelt Pizzas come in. Found in our ready-meals fridge, these wholesome, gut-friendly pizzas are:
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Made with organic spelt flour
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Loaded with premium toppings
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Ready to heat and eat
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So delicious, no one will know you didn’t make it yourself
Think of them as your cheat-night pie — warm, melty, satisfying, and surprisingly good for you.
Cosy Pizza Recipes to Try This Winter
Leek, Potato & Gruyère Pie
Layer sautéed leeks and soft potato slices with melted Gruyère in a shortcrust shell. Top with puff pastry and bake until golden.
Cauliflower, Kale & Mustard Galette (GF Option)
Toss roasted cauliflower with sautéed kale, garlic, and Dijon mustard. Wrap in a gluten-free pastry and bake until crisp.
Spiced Apple & Rhubarb Crumble Pie
Combine tart Granny Smith apples with rhubarb, brown sugar and cinnamon. Top with an oat crumble and bake until bubbling.
Don’t forget to pick up a pot of Vanilla Bean Gelato from our freezer section — you’ll want it for dessert.
Everything You Need for Pie Night
Gertrude Grocer stocks:
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Fresh seasonal veg & fruit
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Premium imported & gluten-free flours
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Pizza bases (including GF)
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Organic ready-made Farro pizzas
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Herbs, spice rubs, Italian tinned tomatoes & passatas
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Ready-made stocks and sauces to build flavour fast
Let Winter Be Delicious
From handmade veggie pies and rustic galettes to quick oven pizzas that taste like they were slow-fermented in Naples — Gertrude Grocer makes winter comfort food easy and gourmet. However you slice it, these months are made for gathering, baking, sharing, and eating well.
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