The UK brassica range is abundant this week. There is a wealth of cabbages to choose from: savoy, tundra and january king. Kale in red, green, Russian and winter wonderland varieties, as well as cavolo cero or ‘black kale’ (look out for Strawberry Fields’ – it’s lovely). Cauliflowers from Cornwall are plentiful and sprouts once… Read More »
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veg news 6th December
Unlike the more recognisable calabrese broccoli, purple sprouting broccoli is available from the UK throughout the winter months and is both versatile and easy to cook with. Our supply of this staple brassica comes from Duncan Gielty in Ormskirk and Francis Sampson in Penzance, look out for the violet plumes and dark green leaves. To prepare, separate… Read More »
veg news 22nd November
Veg news 22nd November As the evenings draw in and daylight hours dwindle we turn this week to the bright orange hue of the humble carrot – a firm customer favourite and Unicorn staple par excellence. We’ve a terrific supply of washed orange and rainbow carrots from Lancashire farms Royal Oak and Duncan Gielty, and… Read More »
veg news 18th October
It’s Apple Day this Sunday, our annual celebration of the unique, unusual and varied apple harvest available from orchards across the UK. We’ll have tasting and juicing happening all day as well as games for the kids. Apple Day was established by Common Ground in 1990 as a way to both celebrate the apple harvest… Read More »
veg news 11th October
Chillies from Barry Ward and Yvonne Thompson in Lancashire are looking and tasting brilliant at the moment. There are many varieties on offer, from scorching Ring of Fire to the milder Jalapeno and Hot Wax, these small beauties really celebrate what we value so dearly about our local suppliers. Barry and Yvonne have been growing… Read More »
veg news 2nd October
Our veg of the month for October is the knobbly celeriac. Often overlooked, perhaps owing to its peculiar shape and irregular protuberances, celeriac has a gorgeous apple-sweet fragrance and a mild, clean, yet hearty flavour. The bulb is the root of the celery plant and has a gentle celery taste to accompany its potato-like texture.… Read More »