Edible flowers are one of the most beautiful and versatile ways to elevate both sweet and savoury dishes. Whether you're decorating cakes, enhancing cocktails, styling plates for fine dining, or adding a touch of whimsy to salads, our premium collection of fresh and dried edible flowers offers both elegance and flavour.
At Fine Food Specialist, we curate a range of seasonal blooms ideal for chefs, bakers, and home entertainers who want to make an impact. Each flower is selected for its vibrant colour, culinary use, and delicate aroma, and is available with chilled next-day UK delivery.
A World of Edible Flowers at Your Fingertips
From familiar petals to seasonal florals, our range of edible flower garnishes has something to suit every kitchen and concept. Choose from:
- Mixed Summer Flowers – A curated punnet of colourful edible petals ideal for summer plates and desserts.
- Edible Rose Petals – Romantic, fragrant and perfect for Middle Eastern dishes or wedding cakes.
- Viola Flowers – Delicate and lightly sweet, ideal for drinks, cupcakes, or salads
We source all our edible flowers from specialist growers and package them with care to ensure they arrive fresh, intact and ready to use.
How to Use Edible Flowers for Cakes and Desserts
Few ingredients can transform baked goods as effortlessly as edible flowers for cakes. Whether scattered over buttercream or frozen into decorative toppers, they turn a simple dessert into a centrepiece.
Here are some easy ways to use them:
- Press flowers into frosting for a garden-inspired finish.
- Create edible flower confetti for celebration cakes.
- Pair with herbs or fruit for sophisticated pavlovas and tarts.
- Use dried petals in cake batters or dust them over icing sugar.
Violas, rose petals, marigolds and borage are among the most popular edible flowers for baking, thanks to their mild flavours and natural beauty.
Edible Flowers in Cocktails and Drinks
Edible flowers for cocktails are having a moment and for good reason. These blooms bring both visual theatre and delicate aromatics to cocktails, mocktails and infusions.
Try these simple serving ideas:
- Float viola or borage flowers in gin and tonics.
- Freeze petals into ice cubes for summer spritzers.
- Rim glasses with crushed dried edible flowers for colour and texture.
- Infuse floral notes into syrups, teas, or kombucha.
Flowers like violets, nasturtiums, elderflowers, and roses are ideal for garnishing drinks. Pair with seasonal fruit and herbs for a sophisticated twist.
Dried Edible Flowers – Versatile and Long-Lasting
Dried edible flowers are a great alternative to fresh when you need a longer shelf life or a more concentrated flavour.
Perfect for:
- Herbal teas and tisanes.
- Garnishing savoury dishes, especially with Mediterranean herbs.
- Use in spice blends or baking rubs.
- Flavouring sugar, butter, or oils.
At Fine Food Specialist, we offer a selection of dried flowers such as rose petals, lavender and cornflowers that are easy to use and store, perfect for creative kitchens and event catering.
Pair With Micro Herbs for Plated Perfection
To complete your garnishing toolkit, we recommend pairing edible flowers with our micro herbs and herb garnishes. These combinations work beautifully on:
- Canapés and amuse-bouches.
- Starter salads.
- Creamy soups or risottos.
- Cheese boards and savoury desserts.
Floral garnishes provide the colour and fragrance, while micro herbs offer texture and sharp contrast, ideal for catering or professional plating.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are Edible Flowers?
Edible flowers are blossoms that are safe for human consumption. They can be used raw or dried to decorate and flavour food and drinks. Each flower has a unique taste, aroma and appearance.
2. Where Can I Buy Edible Flowers?
You can buy edible flowers online at Fine Food Specialist. We offer both fresh and dried edible flowers with next-day chilled delivery across the UK.
3. How Long Do Edible Flowers Last?
Fresh edible flowers typically last 3–5 days if stored in the refrigerator. Dried flowers can last several months when kept in a cool, dry, airtight container. Always check packaging for best-before dates and storage advice.
4. How Do You Decorate a Cake with Edible Flowers?
Gently press edible flowers for cakes into the icing just before serving to keep them fresh. For longer-lasting displays, use dried petals or freeze-dried blooms. Be sure the flowers are pesticide-free and labelled as food-safe.
Buy Edible Flowers Online with UK Delivery
Whether you're planning a wedding, hosting an event, styling a cocktail party, or simply want to impress at your next dinner, edible flowers bring instant elegance and natural charm to your dishes.
At Fine Food Specialist, we ensure responsibly sourced blooms from expert growers, carefully chilled packaging to maintain quality and a curated selection of premium edible flower garnishes. All available with fast, reliable, next-day delivery across the UK.
If you're seeking further inspiration, browse our full grocery collection for complementary ingredients, or explore our range of micro herbs and garnishes to pair alongside your floral selections.
For creative ideas and serving suggestions, our blog features recipes and guides such as The Best Micro Herb & Edible Flower Recipes and How to Use Edible Flowers and Micro Herbs. And if you have questions about shipping or storage, visit our Delivery FAQs to learn more about how we get your order to you in pristine condition.
Shop edible flowers with Fine Food Specialists and bring a floral flourish to your cakes, cocktails and creations!
