SALSIFY
Origin: France
Season: August - March
Known as the 'oyster plant' for its distinctive, subtle seafood-like flavour, salsify is an elegant winter root vegetable that offers a remarkably delicate and complex taste profile. This sophisticated vegetable presents pristine white flesh beneath its characteristically dark, bark-like exterior, with each carefully harvested root delivering exceptional eating quality.
This winter delicacy is highly prized by professional chefs for its unique flavour that sits intriguingly between artichoke and mild parsnip, enhanced by subtle nutty undertones and that distinctive hint of the sea that gives it its 'oyster plant' moniker. The long, slender roots require careful handling due to their delicate nature, but reward the cook with a remarkable eating quality that truly makes them a connoisseur's vegetable.
Proper preparation is essential to maintain salsify's pristine appearance and delicate flavour. Always peel the roots under cold running water to prevent the flesh from oxidising and turning brown.
For a classic preparation, poach the peeled salsify gently in milk and butter until tender, which preserves the vegetable's subtle flavours whilst creating a luxuriously creamy texture.
Alternatively, slice the roots thinly and roast in a hot pan with olive oil until they begin to develop colour. Add butter and continue roasting for several minutes until golden. Finish with a splash of water whilst still over the heat, creating an elegant emulsion that coats the salsify beautifully. Serve immediately when the salsify is perfectly tender.
Our salsify is grown by the Petit family in northern France's Pas-de-Calais region, where generations of expertise combine with ideal growing conditions. The region's cool climate and deep, sandy soils provide the perfect environment for producing exceptional root vegetables, ensuring each harvest delivers the superior quality that defines this remarkable winter delicacy.
Net: 1kg
DELIVERY INFO
Order Cut-Off Times & Delivery Date Selection
Orders placed before 2 PM (Monday to Friday) are dispatched the same day, unless you select a future delivery date at checkout.
Our Delivery Service
We use reliable third-party express courier services and high-quality insulated packaging. While our couriers are generally excellent, occasional delays can happen. We pack everything to stay fresh, even if transit takes a little longer.
Time-Sensitive & Event Orders
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If your order is for a specific event, let us know in the notes section at checkout. We can often dispatch a day earlier to give you the best chance of timely arrival.
DELIVERY Changes After Dispatch
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Saturday Delivery
Saturday delivery is available, though please note our couriers don't operate phone support at weekends and our office is closed. For event-critical orders, a weekday delivery gives us more flexibility to help if any issues arise.
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CHRISTMAS DELIVERY
Please choose your delivery date for pre-Christmas orders using the date-picker in your shopping basket. We will make every effort to deliver on your selected day, but this is not guaranteed, so please allow for an extra day.
ORDER DEADLINES
For delivery on or before 23/12/25: Midnight, 18/12/25
For delivery between Christmas & New Year's Eve: Midnight, 27/12/25
Delivery slots are limited. Early booking is strongly recommended.
ORDERS CONTAINING FROZEN PRODUCTS ONLY
If you have freezer space available, please request your order to be delivered as soon as possible or select delivery before 20th December. We reserve the right to adjust your delivery date up to 2 days in advance if we feel it risks not arriving to you promptly.
FRESH TRUFFLES
Your truffles will be harvested as close to Christmas as possible to offer the longest shelf life and the freshest product. We fly them in from Europe early each morning on the same days we dispatch them to you.
Last available pre-Christmas delivery is 23rd December. The truffles will be good for a minimum of 6 days; any longer may impact your enjoyment. PLEASE notify us via email if you need them for the exact delivery day you requested, or consider receiving them a day earlier if that date is available.
As always with fresh truffles, they are best eaten as soon as possible to enjoy maximum aroma.
Please note: White truffles will not be available for delivery between Christmas & New Year's Eve. Instead, please order fresh black truffles.
FRESH PRODUCTS
All fresh products are supplied with a use-by date beyond 28/12/25, with the exception of fresh mushrooms and fresh truffles. We aim for delivery no later than 23rd December.
WAGYU STEAK / FROZEN PRODUCTS / DRY GOODS
All of our frozen products have a long shelf life in the freezer or at least 5 days if defrosted. Orders containing only frozen products will be delivered no later than 20th December.
Certain products (subject to availability) can be ordered for delivery on 30/12/25.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
From 19/12/25: Our phone lines are closed while we compile Christmas pre-orders. Please email us and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
WAREHOUSE COLLECTION
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