One of the most interesting things about great food dishes is the visual impact they can have, and how this transfers to taste and overall enjoyment. This idea goes back centuries. Apicius, a Roman Gourmand who lived in the 1st century, is rumoured to have coined the phrase ‘We eat first with our eyes’.
To create rounded, appealing dishes that take things to new levels, it’s important to get the aesthetic elements right. With the summer months on their way and the temperatures rising, dashes of colour and vibrancy with delicious meals can go a long way to achieving this.
This is where Fine Food Specialist’s range of edible flowers can be so useful. We have a broad collection of edible flowers and garnishes you can try, providing the perfect visual complement to your favourite summer foods.
Where can I use Edible Flowers?
Many edible flowers go really well with salad dishes and are a wonderful companion to scallops. They can also be used as cake garnish to add a stylish twist of colour. For example, if you’re looking to make cakes for summer parties or even a wedding cake, a selection of edible flowers can really bring things to life and add a new element to what you’re making.
Edible flowers can be used to garnish a range of dishes, and are an option for both sweet or savoury styles. They can also be used with summer drinks like champagne and cocktails – perfect for any summer get-together. What’s more, edible flowers can be frozen into ice cubes and make a really sweet addition to any cool drink.
What’s available?
Violas are one of the most popular edible flowers we stock, coming in a selection of gorgeous colours and offering really good value for money. Orchids are another exciting option, with stunning colours that really evoke summer style.
A punnet of Fire Feathers is a wonderful option when looking to create cakes or dishes that add colour and are sure to entice. Amaranth Pompoms make great wedding cake garnish, while our Apple Blossoms have a gentle citrus flavour that adds a new element to the eating process.
Pansies are always a popular option due to their gentle look and summery vibe, while Fresh Elderflower can be used as flavouring to make ice creams and cordials.
Buzz buttons are a really interesting choice too. These are a little like popping candy, and can be added to drinks to create a really strong talking point.
If you’re not sure what edible flower you’d like, why not try the Edible Flower Seasonal Mix? This bursts with colour and contains a great range of different types of flowers for you to try.
Most of our edible flowers are available year-round, but some are seasonal so please do check to see if your desired product is obtainable. To take your summer dishes to the next level, be sure to browse through our full selection of edible flowers and find your next great buy from Fine Food Specialist.
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