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 »
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Veg news 17th May
You may have already noticed that we’ve changed the way we price some of our leafy lines from per kilo to per 100g. We pride ourselves on our commitment to providing quality, organic produce at a competitive price, and we feel this new format will give you a clearer picture of what you’ll actually be… Read More »
Veg News 22nd March
It has certainly felt like Spring is in the air this week, with plenty of sunshine and lighter evenings for us to enjoy. Our UK growers are clearing tunnels of produce eager to get in new plantings and we’re lucky enough to be getting deliveries of Lancashire spinach, pak choi, and lettuce, whilst Glebelands’ regular… Read More »
Veg News 27th October
The first Brussels sprouts have arrived this week, fresh from the fields of Newfields Farm in Yorkshire and Lyncroft Farm in Ormskirk. With a distinctive, bitter taste they’re best lightly cooked and paired with something sweet or acidic such as balsamic vinegar. They’re a welcome addition to our autumnal brassica display and we’re offering them… Read More »
Veg News 13th October
We’re starting with an update on European produce this week. It’s a time of transition. While UK and Dutch summer crops (courgettes and tomatoes) are really tailing off now, the Spanish crops aren’t quite ready to start yet, leaving us scrabbling around to find some! French figs and grapes are coming to an end as… Read More »
Veg news 26th May
First off, let’s talk about all the exciting new lines starting to roll in from UK growers! The biggest shift is on the veg side, with UK celery and mini cucumbers already in stock from Lancashire based Duncan Gielty, both looking and tasting great. Tomorrow, we’re expecting bunched new onions and kohl rabi from Strawberry… Read More »