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New Seasonal Products: Savoury Edible Flowers
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- Published on Monday, 02 October 2017 14:30
With Spring upon us now is the time to enjoy the seasonal range of Savoury Edible Flowers currently available through the Glenora Heritage Produce Collection. Savory varieties available this year include Broad Bean Flowers, Brassica Flowers, Rocket Flowers and Chive Flowers.
Broad Bean Flowers are available in both white and crimson and possess a strong, sweet, green pea flavour. Broad Bean Flowers are best used whole and have a surprising crunch in the flower kernel. Use them as an ingredient in salads and savoury dishes such as couscous and pilaf or as a flavoursome garnish for meat dishes.
Brassica Flowers are dainty yellow blooms with distinctively strong, peppery, sometimes bitter character. They are a perfect garnish to add a peppery hit to pasta, rice and egg dishes and combine well with red and white meats. Brassica Flowers can also be used as a flavouring ingredient to create creative savoury sauces.
Rocket Flowers are the bloom of the popular salad green Rocket. This element of the plant, in contrast to the leaves, has a distinct nutty flavour. Delicate in appearance, Rocket Flowers have 4 wing-shaped cream petals, textured with dark veins. They are a tasty addition for pâté, terrines, soft cheeses and hors d'oeuvres. Or a great garnish for red meat dishes, soups and frittata.
Chive Flowers are striking round purple blooms with a profusion of tiny petals. One of the best ways to use this bloom is to pull the flower heads apart and scatter the petals over savoury dishes to add a delicate onion flavour. Chive Flowers add great flavour and finish to soups, cream sauces, potatoes and egg dishes.
Broad Bean Flowers, Brassica Flowers and Rocket Flowers are all currently available by the bunch and are in very good supply. Chive Flowers will become available in the coming weeks and will bloom throughout spring and early summer. All Glenora products are picked to order so please ensure orders are received to Flowerdale Farm by 8am each Tuesday or Friday.
Left to Right: Broadbean Flowers, Brassica Flowers, Rocket Flowers and Chive Flowers
Instagram Inspiration @madelinesatjells
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Red Velvet Griddle Cakes, Yarra Valley chocolate, Coldstream strawberries, honey crumble, red velvet ricotta, ice cream and #FlowerdaleFarm #EdibleFlowers. A beautiful breakfast created by @madelinesatjells
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New Edible Flower Variety: Blue Crown
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- Published on Monday, 02 October 2017 14:22
We love inspiring chefs through innovative Flowerdale Farm produce, so are excited to release another two new edible flower varieties this month: Blue Crown and Aztec Gold.
Blue Crown Nigella Flowers are one of our all-time favourite blooms for plating. This large statement flower is surrounded by a unique network of feathery blue-green leaves. Delicate in appearance, this crown of foliage encircles a multitude of pointed petals in vivid blue and purple tones. With a nutty, sweet flavour featuring slightly-bitter over tones, Blue Crown is perfect for dessert dressing. Use this elegant edible flower as the perfect cake topper or garnish for creative salads and sweets.
New Edible Flower Variety: Aztec Gold
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- Published on Monday, 02 October 2017 14:19
We love inspiring chefs through innovative Flowerdale Farm produce, so are excited to release another two new edible flower varieties this month: Aztec Gold and Blue Crown.
Aztec Gold is an heirloom Mini Marigold which produces dainty blooms with an aromatic citrus fragrance. Available in a striking range of lemon, gold and mahogany tones, many blooms are also bicolour with attractive centres. This petite flower is ideal to add vibrant colour and finish to sweet or savoury dishes. Aztec Gold is currently in good supply and will be in season until high summer.
New Product: Geraldton Waxflower
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- Published on Monday, 02 October 2017 14:14
Flowerdale Farm's range of Australian natives continues to expand with consistent year-round supply now available for Karkalla, Seaspray and Samphire. These succulents are in high demand and flying out the door this year! The quality is truly beautiful at the moment.
We have also just introducted the new Australian Native Geraldton Waxflower. One of the best Australian natives, the leaves and buds of Geraldton Waxflower impart a strong lime or lemongrass flavour and can be used as both decoration and as an ingredient to add flavour.
