Fenland celery is a white winter celery that has become the gold standard of all celery varieties. Grown right here in the UK within the Fens — a coastal plain in eastern England — it’s a crop with a strong heritage that dates back to Victorian times. During that time, it was cultivated in the […]
Category: Seasonality
What is a Sudachi Lime?
The sudachi (commonly referred to in the UK as the sudachi lime) is a citrus fruit that originates from Japan. It’s a natural genetic mutation the yuzu. It was first cultivated in the Tokushima Prefecture on Shikoku Island and is still cultivated there today. Cultivation has spread further afield since, with a notable level of […]
When is Jersey Royals Season?
The humble potato has been a staple vegetable around the world for many years. In fact, its origins can be traced back to southern Peru between 8000 and 5000 BC! After the Spanish took over they brought the crop back to Europe, and from there it spread worldwide — including onto the shores of a […]
Introduction to Wild Sea Veggies: What are Sea Vegetables?
In recent years, wild foods have shot into the limelight as a popular choice for restaurant menus. But as with all products of this natural quality, they’re best used on fine dining menus prepared by skilled chefs who can appreciate how exquisite these products are. Whilst many people know about the range of wild mushrooms […]
When is White and Black Truffle Season?
White and black truffles are amongst the most coveted ingredients in the culinary world. This wild food exudes a powerful flavour that can’t be matched by any other natural product. They’re also highly seasonal, so cooking with fresh truffles is a luxury reserved only for certain times of the year. Just like British asparagus, […]
Introduction to Pheasant Eggs
Aside from your everyday hen’s egg, there are actually a wide selection of eggs that chefs can source for their kitchens. Duck and quail eggs are well-known favourites for a gourmet dish, but have you ever tried using pheasant eggs? What do pheasant eggs look like? Pheasant eggs excel visually. They are about half the size of a hen’s […]
Mousseron Mushrooms: Do You Want to be the First?
Do you believe in fairies? We sure do. They leave beautiful rings of mushrooms in pastureland and grassy areas ready for our team of foragers to harvest, trim and pack before delivering directly to your kitchen door. Did you know… Mousseron mushrooms, aka fairy ring mushrooms, are actually related to field and horse mushrooms. They […]
When is British Asparagus Season?
British asparagus season is a national event in the world of foodservice. For a short period of time each year, chefs around the UK can source arguably the best asparagus spears available from right here on British soil. The buzz it creates is astounding, but it’s well and truly deserved. The quality is sublime and […]