SUMMER INGREDIENTS
When summer arrives, there is a bounty to be harvested. The focus for this season is savory dishes that allow for Cricket St Thomas cheeses to enhance flavour and texture. The tomato , summer squash , seasonal honey and lettuce are just some of the seasonal ingredients featured in our summer recipes.
Tomato
Commercial tomato cultivation in Britain began in the 19th century, following the introduction of large-scale sheet glass production to build glasshouses . The first glasshouses were built in Kent and Essex, paving the way for the British tomato industry. Today, British tomatoes are packed with over 90% water and naturally low in protein and fat. The UK consumes around 500,000 tonnes of these fresh delights annually – that’s 160g per person, every week. 1
Storing tomatoes For optimal flavour, use tomatoes soon after they ripen. Store ripe tomatoes in a cool, dry place. To prevent waste, they can be frozen for up to 6 months. 2
Honey
Hot Honey Hot honey is the trend right now – and the best part? It’s super easy to make. Just warm honey with a few chilli flakes and drizzle over everything from cheese boards to cocktails for that sweet-heat combo customers can’t get enough of. Storing Honey To retain its rich flavour, summer honey should be stored at room temperature. It is recommended it be stored in a dark space like a kitchen cupboard, where it will not endure direct sunlight or extreme heat. 4
Summer honey derives its darker hue from the nectar of summer flowers, such as sunflowers, lavender, and blueberries, in contrast to the lighter tones of spring honey which is produced from the nectar of dandelions, clover, and tulips. The yield of this seasonal honey is subject to annual variations in weather conditions, which affect nectar production. 3
*Sources:1. https://www.britishtomatoes.co.uk/ 2 https://www.gardenhealth.com/advice/growing/harvesting-and-storing-tomatoes#:~:text=Once%20 ripe%2C%20and%20if%20you,say%20this%20alters%20the%20flavour 3. https://worldofhoney.com/2022/03/07/the-many-varieties-of-honey-a-seasonal-guide/ ?srsltid=AfmBOop2JiFUO0uUITpfkl9h_Tyge4KjdSmyCVBzYz6VZX1JbQ4Z7fk6
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