Speciality Produce
SPECIALITY HERBS
These culinary herbs are what we like to call our “speciality” product and an area of the business that we all really enjoy being involved with.
They are grown on our farm, in addition to our traditional fresh herb crops, for customers who are looking for ‘something different’. With these less common herbs our clients are able to push the boundaries of food flavour and experiment with new ideas.
Many of our culinary herbs have been long forgotten and it’s refreshing to see some of our chefs recreating the traditional uses for them, along with some new and innovative recipe ideas.
The majority of our crop is available for our full growing season from May to September, with some exceptions.
ANGELICA
Fantastic herb somewhere between parsley and celery.
ANISE HYSSOP
The leaves have a strong aniseed/liquorice flavour and make a great addition to salads
APPLE MINT
Spearmint flavour with a hint of fruity apple
BANANA MINT
Makes an interesting addition to summer drinks and salads
BASIL
Combines mint and basil flavours to make a great addition to tomatoes and lamb
BLACKCURRANT SAGE
Very strong scent and taste of blackcurrant, beautiful pink flowers
BORAGE
Clean and mild cucumber taste, perfect in a salad
BRONZE FENNEL
A great versatile herb with aniseed flavour, great with fish dishes
CHERVIL
A delicate alternative to parsley with a hint of liquorice
CHOCOLATE MINT
Imagine after dinner mints in herb form, fresh and minty and ideal for desserts
DITTANDER
Also known as 'Yorkshire Wasabi' perfect with beef salads with a warm horseradish flavour
ENGLISH MACE
Not to be confused with the outer casing of nutmeg
GARLIC CHIVES
Their subtle garlic flavour is much milder and sweeter than the common chives
GREEN FENNEL
A feathery aniseed flavoured herb
HYSSOP
A slightly bitter and liquorice flavour, very good with fatty meats
LAVENDER
A very fragrant herb, ideal for baking
LEMON BALM
Chopped Lemon balm leaves make a fantastic addition to flavour, butter, vinegars, oils & dressing
LEMON BASIL
Use this citrus flavoured basil in desserts and savouries alike
LEMON GRASS
Picked fresh from the greenhouse, fresh lemony flavour, ideal for Asian cooking
LEMON THYME
Fresh lemon flavour, replace lemon juice or zest with this herb
LEMON VERBENA
This popular herb has a Fresh lemon sherbet flavour, a very versatile herb for fish, baking and teas
LIME MINT
Light and refreshing summery herb, ideal in salads and drinks
NASTURTIUM LEAVES
Surprisingly hot and peppery punch in these leaves, ideal for salads and butters
ORANGE THYME
Try flavouring chocolate with this orange scented version of thyme
OXALIS
Use the leaves fresh in salads, sprinkle on fish to add a citrus taste
PINEAPPLE MINT
Has a fresh, fruity aroma that works well with cocktails, fruit salads and jellies
SALAD BURNET
Delicate leaves with a cucumber flavour and a nutty aroma and great in salads and perfect for a Pimms!
RED OXALIS
Sharp citrus taste that works well in a salad
SUMMER SAVORY
Combines well with vegetables, pulses and rich meats, less bitter than winter savoury
SWEET CICELY
A sweet aniseed flavoured herb which is a very good sugar substitute, great pairing with rhubarb
THAI BASIL
Has a distinct liquorice flavour that doesn't exist in sweet basil
WINTER SAVORY
A strong peppery taste, so only a small amount required
MICRO LEAF
We have a range of 6 micro leaf available, these are perfect to add flavour and colour to your dishes. The delicate leaves are prefect for garnish or a perfect addition to salads to add texture, colour and flavour
Micro Coriander
Micro Rocket
Micro Red Amaranth
Micro Red Sorrel
Micro Parsley
Micro Mizuna
Micro Garlic Chives
Micro Green Basil
Micro Purple Shiso
YORKSHIRE GROWN KALE
We grow a wide variety of kale on our farm, which we sell either in single varieties or mixed boxes. We also sell as chopped and washed if required. The varieties we grow are; Green Kale, Purple, White and Cavolo Nero Kale
Kale – Known as a superfood due to it’s nutrient dense, full of minerals and vitamins to include B Vitamins, Vitamin C, Vitamin E and Vitamin K. An extremely healthy option with many health benefits! Great for salads, stir fry’s, sides, smoothies, soups, pasta and even makes great crisps!
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