This week welcomes the first arrival of pak choi from local grower Duncan Gielty. Two mini heads to a pack, they are making a great addition to lots of staff teas this week, just look how happy Craig and Seyedeh are at the prospect. Also starting from Lancashire are bunches of coriander and flat parsley,… Read More »
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Veg news 13th March
The last two weeks saw delayed deliveries due to some trickier weather conditions and consequently gaps in our range, both on European and UK lines, but we’re back to normal this week! There are reports that the Beast from the East caused further problems, namely to the UK asparagus and new potato crops meaning they… Read More »
Veg news 27th Feb
This is a time when we naturally gravitate towards cooking with rooty vegetables; deliciously earthy and providing us with the energy to go out and face the cold. The frozen ground however, makes it hard for farmers to lift those roots that are still in. We’re not expecting big gaps in the offer, but we… Read More »
Veg News 20th Feb
Kalettes are back! They may sound like a Motown supergroup, but we’re in fact talking about delicious flower sprouts grown in Yorkshire. This Brussels sprout and kale cross is a relatively new vegetable and it’s becoming increasingly popular (including among Unicorn staff) because of its mild sweetness and versatility. Our last apple pallet from Paul Ward in… Read More »
Veg News 13th Feb
It’s that time of year when UK crop availability is starting to dwindle. Cavolo nero already saw its last pick, although we’re hoping for a comeback from Francis Sampson when his fields recover. Also biting the dust are purple carrots. This week there is still plenty of kale. Many different types in fact: green/ red/… Read More »
Veg News 6th Feb
It may be snowing in Manchester and Europe, but thus far it is not comprising the excellent range of produce we have both on the fruit and veg side. You may have noticed the massive pears out of Holland. We usually aim for a more modest size! Pears, however, have been subject to the same… Read More »