Journal — fruit

With Spring on its way, our thoughts turn to new beginnings. That’s no more so evident than the change in our appetites, as the day’s get a little warmer and longer.

In Season - November: With the onset of November, winter feels even more close. However, it’s still very much autumn as far as the food calendar is concerned, with the fruits (and vegetables) of gardens, fields and orchards, still in abundance, as we await the first frosts

An apple a day? Well that’s certainly possible for nine months of the year, if you want to eat an apple grown here in the UK. The first apple of the season arrives early in August, most commonly the Discovery, followed by Spartan, Bramley, Cox, Red Windsor, Egremont Russet and Jonagold, with some varieties that can be kept in store until at least April of the following year.

We all know that juices can be incredibly healthy and nutritious, but with so many options available, it’s difficult to find those that aren’t full of sugar or additives and can be enjoyed completely guilt-free.