Fresh Figs, x 6£9.95Fresh figs are available all year round, but a much heavier and sweeter crop appear in late summer and Autumn so enjoy them at their best from June to October. Figs make an excellent addition to meat and cheese platters. Cut a cross on the top of the fresh figs and stuff with full flavoured cheese ...- Finger Limes, 100g£13.95Finger limes are the latest craze to hit the Michelin starred kitchens. They are prized by chefs because the interior pulp has a caviar-like appearance, which is perfect for seafood garnishes. They have a tangy lemon flavour and the texture of the delicate little pearls is such that they pop on the ...
- Lulo Fruit, Fresh, x 1 Case£33.95The Lulo fruit, also known as a Naranjilla, originates from North-western Colombia, in South America. The fruit looks similar to a tomatillo on the inside, and a furry orange on the outside. The plant is covered in short purple hairs. They grow in particular regions of South America, where shade is ...
- Italian Decana Waxy-Tip Pears, 1 Case, +/-4kg£33.95These pears are harvested in the Italian region of Modena, one of the largest producers of this delicious fruit. These pears are full of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Not only can they be enjoyed as a fresh fruit snack, but their stunning flavour also works amazingly in savoury salads, or p...
- Medjool Dates, 1kg£17.95
- Papaya, Fresh x 3£14.95Our Papayas are hand picked at Runjis market in Paris. Runjis is one of the biggest markets in the world and hundreds of thousands of products pass through it every day from all over the world. All our fruit is hand picked, ensuring only the best quality specimens are selected. Try making a scallop,...
- Baby Pineapple, Fresh£5.95
- Dragon Fruit, Fresh x 2£16.95Dragon fruit also known as pitaya is a tropical fruit native to Central America. Grown in these tropical climates, the flesh is sweet and soft with a flavour comparable to pear and kiwi. The fruit can be juiced with the seeds removed or eaten in chunks, with the seeds. 24 hour lead time required for...
- Mango, Ripened, Fresh£4.50
- Prickly Pears, x 9 Heads£25.95Prickly pears are available in the summer months when the weather is supposedly at its best. Grown mainly in Mexico and the Southern United States, prickly pears, or cactus flowers as they are often called, are a delicious sweet snack in the heat of the day. To get to the flesh inside, the skin need...
- Kumquats, +/-1kg£18.95
- Chinese/Nashi Pear, x 10£12.95The Chinese pear hails from Asia and is considered a real delicacy of the East. With a texture that is slightly grainier than an ordinary pear, it is not often used in cooking but eaten fresh and raw where the sweetness can best be savoured. Please note that these pears are extremely delicate, so a ...
- Pomegranate x 5£12.95The arresting beauty of a bejewelled pomegranate is enough to make it a temptation in itself, but the burst of sweet juice from each ruby seed is the real delight. Used largely in Middle Eastern cuisine, pomegranate adds both colour and flavour and is a quick and easy way to elevate the appearance o...
- Giant Papaya£12.95The papaya, or pawpaw as it is also known, is native to the Americas and grows on a tall-stemmed tree. The red flesh is sweet and juicy with a buttery tenderness and is delicious eaten as it is or added to a fruit salad or smoothie. The black seeds are edible and have a fragrant, peppery flavour.&nb...
- Redcurrants, 125g£8.50Redcurrants are the ruby jewel of the garden. The glossy red berries burst forgivingly in the mouth, giving way to sweet but slightly tart juice. They are delicious eaten raw in fruit salads or with rich chocolate desserts but work equally well when baked into a crumble or simmered into jam or lusci...
- Quince, 1kg£7.95Quince have a lovely fragrant smell but are inedible raw. Once baked, poached, stewed or made into jam or jelly however, the fruit is a delight. Its most common incarnation is in a thick jelly called membrillo, which is delicious when paired with cheese, particularly a hard and salty manchego.Out of stock
- Italian Lemons, 1kg£12.95Rivalled only by Amalfi lemons, the leafy lemons are something truly special. They are less tart and acidic than those that grace our UK grocer’s shelves but the depth of flavour is greater, with a wonderful floral scent. Please note: Lemons do not always come with multiple leaves, as this depend...
- Mangosteen, 500g£16.95Originating from South East Asia, the purple mangosteen, or simply known as mangosteen, is a refreshingly sweet exotic fruit. Its flesh posesses a texture similar to that of a lychee, with a sweet and tangy flavour. The mangosteen offers a number of health benefits due to its high levels of vitamins...
- Tamarillo Fruit, x 10£23.95
- Grenadilla Fruit, x 9£24.95
Our exotic and enticing selection of specialist fruits is ideal for creating delectable dishes at home all year round.
Add an extra something to a meal or dessert with some unique fruity flavours or enjoy separately as a snack between meals.
Our selection of specialist fruits provides fresh new flavours that complement a variety of dishes. Choose from tangy blood oranges, succulent medjool dates, refreshing micro melons, bitter fraise du bois and much more. You can then create unique dishes that will delight your taste buds.
Find the Right Specialist Fruit for the Season
The Fine Food Specialist team strives to ensure our specialist fruits are as fresh as they can be, meaning we provide the appropriate fruits for each season. Enjoy the zesty burst of citrus fruits during spring and summer, or the tasty flavour of fresh dates from August through to December. We source the finest fruits all year round to ensure you have all you need, whatever the weather.
Not sure what specialist fruit is in season? Check out our handy infographic Are You ‘Fruit True Or False’and test your knowledge!
Use slices of fruit with fresh fish to create delicate appetisers, use them for moreish mains or conjure up a unique dessert with unusual yet enjoyable flavour blends.
Fruits from Around the World
We stock fruits from all over the world, including the daring dragon fruit, Japanese yuzu and Chinese Nashi pears. But we also have a selection of more traditional options from the fruit world. Choose from Sicilian lemons, English cherries and Yellow peaches.
At Fine Food Specialist, we offer such a large variety of specialist fruits and other fine ingredients, helping you easily find the fruits you need to bring new flavours into your kitchen. Our appetising assortment of specialist fruits can please every palette, so why not browse our entire selection of fruits and begin experimenting with exceptional flavours and textures.