We’ve been lucky enough to have Gooseberries from Martin Soble’s gorgeous Whitethorn Farm in the Herefordshire hills. Martin likes to do things the old-fashioned way, even if they take more time or offer lower yields. “Flavour and quality are what’s important,” he says. That’s why he selects traditional varieties and lets the sun and soil do the rest of the work.

Abel & Cole handles celery, celeriac, peanuts and nuts on site. Due to our packing process and re-use of boxes there is a risk of cross-contamination from these, and all other allergens.

Firm cooking gooseberries will keep (unwashed) in the fridge for a week or two. They also freeze well. Softer dessert gooseberries are less durable: keep refrigerated and eat within two or three days.

If there is a husk on the fruit peel away and wash, dry and cut off the tails. Gooseberries can be quite sharp, so need to be prepared with lots of sugar!