In season typically from late June to early September across the British Isles, these plump and tender little berries are a firm favourite and are arguably the sweetest, most intense and flavourful of all. As with other berries, they are best bought and eaten straight away for maximum freshness, due to being harvested at their ripest.

Missed the British season? Not to worry, we’ve got you covered all year round with alternative countries of origin including Spain, Morocco, France, Holland and Mexico. More often used as a snack or for sweet desserts, try blitzing through a home made dressing for a seasonal summer salad!