Larder & Greengrocer

Acquerello rice is the only white rice in the world that is processed in a way that enriches the grains with its nutrient-rich germ, giving it a structure that can absorb more liquid when cooking as well as retaining a high nutritional value.    This amazing rice, which is sometimes aged ...

These Kirsch-soaked French Morello cherries are deliciously juicy and sweet. They come pitted and ready to use in a variety of dishes and recipes. Perfect for baking or adding to cocktails!  

This 5kg bag of rice is grown in Nyuzen, in Toyama Prefecture of Japan. This region is famous for its’ pure and fresh spring waters, which makes the rice of a high quality taste. It is sticky, with a slightly sweeter flavour than regular rice. It is ideal for sushi, or any other Japanese dishes. Â...

These British blackberries are juicy, sweet and flavoursome, perfect to eat fresh, or to use in summer desserts and delicious crumbles.  Each juicy blackberry can measure up to 3cm in length and have a firm texure. Make sure to get them whilst they’re in season.

Fresh 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 ...

Dates are a joy to eat, the sweet succulence of their flesh is delightful, and they can be added to both savoury and sweet dishes and are a fruit platter essential. Try stuffing them with chipolatas wrapped in bacon for a great canape.

Banana leaves are used throughout Asia and Central America. They not only impart a light flavour of the leaf itself, but also leave the contents inside moist and full of flavour. Typically, a whole fish or a breast of chicken is put inside the banana leaf. It is then tied together with string, and m...

Our 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,...

Thriving in hot and humid conditions, these baby pineapples also known as 'Queen Victoria's Pineapples' are both sweet and tart and packed full of flavour. About 5 inches long and 3 inches wide, they are a mini version of a regular pineapple.(24 hour lead time needed for this product.)

Dragon 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...

Star fruit is particularly striking with its beautiful shape. Grown in South East Asia, Australia and Florida, It has sweet, soft flesh and is often used for garnish with its wonderful star-like shape.(24 hour lead time needed for this product.)

Our Mangos are hand selected by our pickers at Runjis market in Paris. Only the freshest, ripest and best mangos are selected for Fine Food Specialist. Perfect quality for a sorbet, or even a souffle.(24 chours lead-time required for this product.)

Golden Beetroot has a more subtle flavour than nomal red beetroot, making for a great garnish with its vibrant golden shine. Available all year round but particularly abundant in the autumn months, golden beets boasts a unqigue, mild flavour. A simple but delicious serving suggestion is to roast the...

Sometimes referred to as the oyster plant, Salsify is a delicious root vegetable that comes from the dandelion family. To prepare it, scrub the root under a running tap to get rid of any soil. Peel with an industrial peeler or very sharp knife. Cut the white flesh into equal lengths 1-2 inches. Sque...

Available from October to March, Jerusalem Artichokes have a very distinctive flavour. Native to North America, they arrived in Europe in 1605. I love making a rich creamy soup with 'Jerry Artichokes' garnished with Morels - Sublime for lunch on a crisp Spring day. Remember to put them in water...

Fine Food Specialist's baby beetroots are the perfect garnish for a special occasion. They are sweet, tender and are less bitter than their larger counterparts.They can be eaten raw served on canapes or are equally scrumptious when cooked. Try roasting them in some foil with a little garlic to maint...

Fine Food Specialist's baby carrots are so fresh, they still have their carrot tops on. Tender and sweet, they are very small and so tender so they are delicious raw. To cook, blanch in salted boiling water for 40 seconds and toss in butter for a perfect finish.

All our baby vegetables are selected by our pickers at Runjis Market, Paris. These rare baby yellow carrots have a slightly different taste to their orange cousins. Tender and sweet, they only need 40 seconds blanching in salted, boiling water. Simply toss them in butter and serve with some other pe...

Monk's Beard is a relatively unknown green. Thought to have originated from the Cappuccino Monks in Tuscany this vegetable has become popular with chefs cooking seasonal menus. Its texture is succulent and moist and its flavour is similar to chard with a slightly bitter aftertaste. It needs to be bl...

Jersey Royals are only authentic if they are grown in the traditional way on the Channel Island of Jersey. In November, the fields are covered with a blanket of seaweed which gives nutrients to the soil and helps protect them against pests. In season in April, May and June, Jersey Royals have a firm...