Alan Hewitt from Dunham Massey just dropped off the first rhubarb of the season, aptly named “Timperley Early”. Rhubarb is of course best known for its suitability in desserts, but its tartness can also be utilized to good effect in salads and savoury dishes. It’s likely to be the only batch for a couple of… Read More »
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Veg News 27th April
The first pallet of the year from Strawberry Fields has just landed – fresh tarragon, lovage, sorrel, spring greens and lettuces all beautifully fresh and singing of spring. The puckeringly sour, lemony sorrel functions as herb, salad and a wilted addition to hot dishes too – a versatile and unusual leaf, we urge you to… Read More »
Veg news 19th April
Farmers across the UK breathe a sigh of relief this week as sunshine and warmth trigger a much-needed growth spurt to crops delayed by the unseasonably cold start to the year. We welcome our first delivery today from Preston stalwart Libby Flintoff, her spinach beet and peppery rocket are as fresh and green as one… Read More »
Veg news 12th April
Spanish avocados have been delicious the past few weeks. Lots of flavour and a creamy texture. We can expect them to continue until some time in May, when the Spanish crop will be done and we need to look towards South America. Dubious planting practices and the food miles on those make for a less… Read More »
Looking After Your Fruit & Veg
Here at Unicorn we put a lot of effort into sourcing the freshest possible fruit and vegetables, and further effort into storing them appropriately so that they reach you in the best condition. Having taken the produce home, there are a few extra things that you can do to keep it at its best. If… Read More »