Winter PEARS The colder months are the perfect time to be cooking with pears with so many varieties in season. From eating them fresh to poaching and roasting, there is a pear for every occasion.
Winter Nelis
Beurré Bosc
Corella Forelle
Small to medium in size, the sweet flavour of the Winter Nelis makes it perfect for cooking, bottling or simply eating fresh. Available from March to November.
The Beurré Bosc is available from March to November, and is a medium to large pear. Sweet and juicy, it’s one of the best all-rounders for cooking and great in salads.
The Corella Pear is available from April to the end of October. It is small to medium in size and delicious eaten fresh or in a salad.
Josephine de Malines
Packham
Red Anjou
The Joséphine Pear is renowned for its rich flavour and is one of the best pears for eating. Medium in size, the Joséphine is available from April to the end of November.
Known for its delicious rich flavour, the Packham makes a great snack and is perfect for baking, poaching and salads. Available May to January it is medium to large.
The Red Anjou has a white, fine textured flesh with a mint after taste, making it great for salads. It’s medium in size and available from April to November.
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