Believe it or not, it’s spring! And while it might not exactly feel like it on this side of the channel, brighter weather on the continent means lots and lots of new produce for our plates. We had our first delivery of asparagus last week from Spain, and it’s looking positively gorgeous. A quintessential springtime… Read More »
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Veg News 28th of February.
Spring is officially on the horizon! Glebelands will be delivering our first lot of daffodils and broad bean seedlings this week, marking a subtle but significant shift from winter into spring. Incidentally we’re already stocking seed potatoes courtesy of New Fields, currently Marfona and Charlotte with many more varieties on the way. But as we… Read More »
Veg news 21st February.
Purple sprouting broccoli is our standout this week, its violet florets having finally emerged from underneath the (still very delicious) canopies of leaves. Currently stocked with Francis Sampson’s of Penzance, with Organic Pantry’s offering expected in time for the weekend. New to the display this weekend is true baby leaf spinach courtesy of Duncan Gielty… Read More »
Tomato Sauce
The key to this sauce is soffritto, so check out that recipe first. This base can go with pasta as it is, or add mince and cook on for lasagne, or blend and reduce it for pizza. Or, try adding butter beans, lentils, dried mushrooms, smoked paprika and a dash of balsamic vinegar for a… Read More »
Veg news 19th July
As we all do our best to keep cool in this uncommonly warm weather, spare a thought for all our growers who continue to work in these difficult conditions to deliver us quality, fresh produce. Many are clocking in in the early hours of the morning and returning to the fields late in the evening… Read More »
Veg news 10th June
There is an incredible range of UK veg available this week, and much of it from our nearest and dearest growers. We simply love this time of year, where quality and freshness speak for themselves. The first broad beans are here from Ward and Thompson on The Fylde and they are spectacular: superbly sweet even… Read More »