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With January’s cold snap and temperatures not rising above freezing for most of the month, it’s made it incredibly hard for farmers to harvest their winter produce – in particular cauliflowers which require milder days and sunshine to grow. We have been working closely with our UK suppliers and brought in additional produce from Europe, as needed. Unfortunately, this does mean higher than average pricing.

The price of melons has also increased this month. Brazil’s supply will finish early due to the weather and high amount of rainfall. This has driven up the price, while we wait for Moroccan and Spanish melons to arrive later in the month.

Customer Interviews
Our newest interview series showcases our customers and their commitment to using only the finest fresh produce.

Following its launch in December, this month sees us interview Andrew Sawyer, Executive Chef at London’s iconic Brown’s Hotel in Mayfair. We chat to Andrew about the positive impact seasonality can have on menu planning, the challenges of running a busy restaurant in London’s West End, and the inspiration behind him becoming a chef. Read the interview in full on our website here.