CONTENTS The Green Box
MICRO LEAF
The Black Box
GROWING CRESSES The Grey Box
GROWING PETITE LEAF The Salad Leaf Box
TENDER LEAF
The Pink Box
INSPIRED EDIBLE FLOWERS, FRUITS & LEAVES The Blue Box
TASTE OF THE SEA The Tomato Box
SPECIALITY TOMATOES
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Our aim is to drive fresh produce innovation in foodservice. Strongly driven by chefs, we are continually evolving to offer a unique, dynamic range of exciting, quality products. WILLIAM BOERS
Hello fromWestlands CHOSEN BY CHEFS FOR CHEFS Grown in the Vale of Evesham at the heart of the UK, Westlands unique ranges of new and innovative products are selected for the finest quality and flavour. Over the past 80 years, Westlands has developed into a dynamic pioneer of speciality leaf using the latest growing techniques and cutting edge technology. Westlands are proud to be the largest British speciality grower of Micro Leaf, Inspired Leaves & Edible Flowers, 'Taste of the Sea' Coastal Vegetables and Speciality Tomatoes. Our reputation has been built on market leading innovation, working with and developing our customers’ expectations; and our personal care and attention to product quality. By working closely with forward thinking, quality focused chefs and foodservice companies our aim is to constantly evolve by developing new, exciting and amazing tasting innovation! For further information on the full Westlands product range including seasonality and simple product pairings, please visit our website at WestlandsUK.co.uk. Watch this space for new and exciting product launches! Westlands products are available nationwide from leading foodservice suppliers and wholesale markets. Speak to your supplier or contact us at hello@WestlandsUK.co.uk to find a stockist in your area. Our products are grown and packed to BRC Food Safety, Red Tractor Assurance and LEAF Marque standards. Products on the EU recognised allergens list are indicated by*.
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Micro Pink Stem Radish 4
YOUNG, TENDER LEAVES HARVESTED AT SEED LEAF OR FIRST TRUE LEAF STAGE. S E L E C T E D F O R Q U A L I T Y, F L A V O U R A N D V I S U A L I N T E R E S T.
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The Green Box
MICRO LEAF
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AMARANTH, RED
BASIL, GREEN
BASIL, PURPLE (RED)
BASIL, THAI
Mild, earthy beet notes
Classic peppery flavour with a hint of clove
Richly coloured with peppery fruity notes
Delightful spicy, anise-like flavour
BORAGE
BROCCOLI
CABBAGE, RED
CELERY*
Succulent crunch with mild cucumber taste
Crisp, raw broccoli taste
Sweet, mild earthiness
Strong celery bite
CHARD, BULL'S BLOOD
CHARD, RED
CHERVIL
CHIA
Bold, beautiful beet; red leaves tinged with green
Mild & earthy taste; green leaf with scarlet midrib
Sweet, parsley-like taste & anise undertones
Tangy with slight nuttiness
CHICKWEED
CORIANDER
DILL
FENNEL
Grassy notes, subtle bitterness
Bold, earthy & spicy; with hints of citrus
Bright & soft, sweet caraway-like taste
Fine & delicate, with gentle sweet anise taste
The Green Box
MICRO LEAF
GARLIC CHIVES
GREEK CRESS
KALE
LEMON BALM
Spicy, garlicky onion sweetness
Floral, peppery bite
Green, subtle peppery taste
Sweet & refreshing, zingy sherbet-like flavour
LOVAGE
MINT
MIZUNA
MUSTARD, GREEN FRILLS*
Celery-like flavour with spicy notes of anise & curry powder
Refreshing & cooling, sweet fresh flavour
Sweet, piquant mild mustard
Sweet, spicy & pungent
MUSTARD, RED FRILLS*
NETTLES
PAK CHOI, RED
PARSLEY
Starchy potato, then warming fiery kick
Bright, green & peppery notes
Sweet, mildly floral cabbage taste
The popular fresh, green & clean tasting herb
PEA SHOOTS, ENGLISH
PEA SHOOTS, SALAD
PEA SHOOTS, TENDRIL
QUINOA
Crisp, stocky shoots; luscious fresh pea bite
Fresh & succulent, sweet podded pea flavour
Decorative with a delicious fresh pea flavour
Clean, earthy & wholesome
For more information visit WestlandsUK.co.uk or search #Growers4Chefs
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The Green Box
MICRO LEAF
RADISH, DAIKON (GREEN)
RADISH, PINK STEM
RADISH, PURPLE (RED)
ROCKET
Raw peppery bite with smooth creamy finish
Colourful, crunchy & peppery
Slightly milder pepperiness but richly coloured
Bold nutty, peppery bite
ROCKET, WASABI
SAGE
SHISO, PURPLE (PERILLA)
SORREL, LEMON (GREEN)
Peppery rocket with a wasabi kick
Velvety, savoury & astringent
Complex notes of cinnamon, cumin & anise
Juicy, lemony sourness
SORREL, RED VEIN
SUNFLOWER SHOOTS
TARRAGON
THYME
Subtle bitterness & tingle of sour apples
Crunchy, green, nutty shoot
Intense sweet anise-like flavour
Spicy & warming with notes of orange
WATERCRESS, BABY
WATERCRESS, MICRO
WATERCRESS, RED
Classic peppery-spicy-floral young sprigs
Fine & petite; delicate spicy, peppery notes
Radiant purplish-red hues & intense peppery taste
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The Green Box
MICRO LEAF
Micro Leaf MIXES
ASIAN INSPIRED MICRO LEAF MIX*
SALAD MICRO LEAF MIX*
Decorative & flavoursome Asian type greens
Our classic blend of flavourful & colourful micro leaf
Jerusalem artichoke broth with hen of the woods and chickweed
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Growing Tendril 10
Pea Shoots
GROWN IN A CLEAN, SOIL-FREE MEDIUM AND SUPPLIED STILL GROWING IN THEIR PUNNETS. CUT WHAT YOU NEED, WHEN YOU NEED IT!
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The Black Box
GROWING CRESSES Growing Cress MIXES
(18 punnets per box)
GROWING MIXED BOX [SAKURA]*
GROWING MIXED CRESS BOX*
6 varieties x 3 punnets Our classic chef’s selection of growing cresses
6 varieties x 3 punnets Our introductory growing cresses collection
Growing Cress SINGLES
(16 punnets per box)
BASIL, GREEN
BASIL, LEMON
BASIL, THAI
Classic peppery flavour with a hint of clove
Fragrant sweet lemon & uplifting spiciness
Delightful spicy, anise-like flavour
BORAGE
CABBAGE, RED
CORIANDER
GARLIC CHIVES
Succulent crunch with mild cucumber taste
Sweet, mild earthiness
Bold, earthy & spicy; with hints of citrus
Spicy, garlicky onion sweetness
GREEK CRESS
KOHL RABI
MUSTARD, GREEN FRILLS*
MUSTARD, RED FRILLS*
Floral, peppery bite
Crisp, mild & sweet
Sweet, spicy & pungent
Starchy potato, then warming fiery kick
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The Black Box
GROWING CRESSES
PAK CHOI, RED
PARSLEY
PEA SHOOTS, TENDRIL
RADISH, DAIKON (GREEN)
Sweet, mildly floral cabbage taste
The popular fresh, green & clean tasting herb
Decorative with a delicious fresh pea flavour
Raw peppery bite with smooth creamy finish
RADISH, PURPLE (RED)
SHISO, PURPLE (PERILLA)
TAGETES
TOON
Slightly milder pepperiness but richly coloured
Complex notes of cinnamon, cumin & anise
Taste notes of apple, anise & citrus
Complex nutty, mushroomy ‘umami’ taste
Native lobster, heritage tomatoes with a tomato matcha dressed with a coriander salad
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Growing Petite Wheatgrass 14
D E L I C I O U S LY T E N D E R A N D F L AV O U R S O M E ; GROWN IN A SOIL-FREE MEDIUM TO THE D E S I R A B L E S I Z E B E T W E E N M I C R O A N D B A B Y.
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Luke Tipping CHEF DIRECTOR AT SIMPSONS RESTAURANT At Simpsons we have had a chef-grower relationship with Westlands for over 10 years. It has been both exciting and refreshing to work together on particular projects with such a forward thinking, knowledgeable and proactive supplier. They're always open to suggestions and never fail to deliver on quality and professionalism.
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MIXED PETITE LEAF BOX* Our mix of 4 different growing petite leaves
The Grey Box
GROWING PETITE
BORAGE
BUCKWHEAT
CHIA
KALE, SCARLET
Crisp, cucumber tasting leaves
Delicate, mild nutty greens
Savoury with a slight nuttiness
Greeny-blue with a purple hue; delicate peppery taste
MARIGOLD, APPLE
MIZUNA
MUSTARD, RED FRILLS*
NASTURTIUM
Fancy leaf with appley-floral flavour
Pretty, mild mustard green
Handsome, deep red leaves; warming mustard kick
Little, steely blue round leaves with a peppery - floral bite
PAK CHOI, GREEN
PAK CHOI, RED
PEA SHOOTS, TENDRIL
SHISO, GREEN (PERILLA)
Round 'lollipop' leaf; gentle cabbage taste
Red upper, green under; sweet, floral cabbage taste
Embellish, with a delicious fresh pea taste
Flavourous & spicy; notes of anise & cinnamon
SORREL, BUCKLER
SORREL, LEMON (GREEN)
SUNFLOWER SHOOTS
WHEATGRASS*
Crisp & juicy; lemony-apple bite
Mouthwatering, lemony sourness
Crunchy, green & nutty
Fresh, clean & green vegetal notes
For more information visit WestlandsUK.co.uk or search #Growers4Chefs
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Tender Mixed Kale 18
OUR SPECIALITY SALAD LEAF RANGE FOR CHEFS. BRITISH GROWN YEAR-ROUND, USING THE LATEST SOIL-FREE HYDROPONIC TECHNOLOGY FOR OPTIMAL QUALITY AND FLAVOUR. PESTICIDE FREE AND UNWASHED FOR FRESHNESS.
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The Salad leaf Box
TENDER LEAF
Tender Leaf MIXES
FORAGERS' MIX
MIXED LETTUCE LEAF
Bold but balanced selection of foraged style leaves
Crisp, crunchy & mild
PETITE LEAF MIX*
TENDER MIXED KALE
Colourful, exquisite little leaves
Young, crisp & tasty; decorative kales
BUTTERHEAD LETTUCE, GREEN
BUTTERHEAD LETTUCE, RED
CHICKWEED
Deliciously sweet & delicate
Sweet, red leaves; tantalisingly tender
Mild, subtle bitterness & grassy notes
KALE, SCARLET
LAND CRESS
MUSTARD, RED*
Greeny-blue with a purple hue; delicate peppery taste
Lobed green leaves with a spicy peppery taste
Crisp, colourful leaves with a warming bite
Tender Leaf SINGLES
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The Salad leaf Box
TENDER LEAF
SORREL, RED VEIN
YARROW
Lime-green leaves with striking red veins; hints of sour apple
Powerful, slighty bitter, astringent taste
Brad Carter CHEF PROPRIETOR AT CARTERS OF MOSELEY To get to the top you need the very best ingredients; start at Westlands, the ‘pioneers of UK growing’. Chefs need to be inspired and Westlands welcome you at their HQ with open arms. Allowing you a chance to be at one with their products, systems and overall ethos; a must for any ambitious Chef. We will continue to work together for many years to come.
For more information visit WestlandsUK.co.uk or search #Growers4Chefs
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Lucky Sorrel 22
OUR COLLECTION OF UNUSUAL AND DISTINCTIVE CULINARY LEAVES, BLANCHED SHOOTS, EDIBLE FLOWERS AND FRUITS.
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The Pink Box
INSPIRED Inspired
EDIBLE FLOWERS & FRUITS EDIBLE MIXED FLOWERS
APPLE BLOSSOM (BEGONIA)
BEGONIA, BOLIVIAN - FLOWERS
Season’s best blooms — colour visual & flavour appeal!
Succulent & juicy; crisp sour apple bite
Colourful & crisp, juicy & lemony-sour
BIDENS FLOWERS
BORAGE FLOWERS, BLUE
BORAGE FLOWERS, WHITE
BUZZ BUTTONS
Bright & beautiful; vibrant petals
Starry & bright, mild cucumber tasting blue blooms
Ghostly white version, same clean taste!
Electric tingling sensation on the tongue!
CONGO COCKATOO FLOWERS (IMPATIENS)
CORNFLOWERS
COURGETTE FLOWERS
CUCUMBER FLOWERS
Vibrant papery florets, lightly sweet & spicy
Buttery yellow blooms & tender, baby fruit combo
Bright & fresh; gentle flower with mini cuke
DIANTHUS FLOWERS
FENNEL/DILL CROWNS
FUCHSIA FLOWERS
GARLIC CHIVE FLOWERS
White, pink to purple; spicy clove-like taste
Dainty yellow umbels with sweet anise flavour
Bold & brazen; yet mild, lemony taste
Mild, sweet & deliciously garlicky
Bizzare red & yellow, beak-like blooms
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The Pink Box
INSPIRED
LAVENDER FLOWERS Strong, sweet, uplifting scent; in an assortment of colours
MARIGOLD, ENGLISH - FLOWERS (CALENDULA) Slightly spicy, tangy, peppery petals
MICRO MELONS (CUCAMELON)
MONKEY FLOWERS (MIMULUS)
Little ‘watermelons’; refreshing cucumber crunch with slight lime sourness
Bold, bright & beautiful trumpets with a subtle nutty bite
ROSE, FRAGRANT ENGLISH FLOWERS
NASTURTIUM FLOWERS
PANSY FLOWERS
PRIMROSE MEADOW FLOWERS
Perfect peppery petals & sweet nectar finish
Big & bold blooms with a slight, sweet grassy flavour
Subtle & slightly floral; in a broad range of colours
ROSE, FRAGRANT ENGLISH PETALS
SNAPDRAGON FLOWERS
SORREL FLOWERS (OXALIS)
TAGETE FLOWERS
Vibrant & bright, fun flowers with neutral taste
Delicate, fruity sour blooms
Jolly little jewels of citrusy blooms
Highly perfumed petals; elegant colours & exquisite flavours
VIOLA FLOWERS
WILD GARLIC FLOWERS
Slightly sweet & mildly perfumed, sprightly spectrum of colours
Sweet, peppy garlic blooms — a seasonal treat!
Beautiful blooms with flavours from red fruits to herbs to spices
For more information visit WestlandsUK.co.uk or search #Growers4Chefs
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The Pink Box
INSPIRED
Inspired LEAVES
ALEXANDERS
AZTEC SWEET HERB
BRONZE FENNEL
Slightly bitter spicy notes & celery-like taste
Honey sweet with slight camphor bitterness
Feathery fronds with sweet anise flavour
CARDAMON LEAF
CHEESE LEAF
LEMON VERBENA
LIME LEAVES
Intensely aromatic, resinous fragrance
Soft velvety leaf, with a flavour just like Stilton cheese!
Uplifting, sweet lemon zest flavour
Wonderfully perfumed, zesty hourglass leaf
LOVAGE
MARIGOLD, APPLE
MINT, CHOCOLATE
MINT, MOJITO
Strong celery-like flavour; spice notes of anise & curry powder
Eye-catching leaves with appetising appley floral flavour
Perfectly pungent, cooling sweet peppermint
Cuba's unique mint for cocktails
MINT, STRAWBERRY
MUSHROOM PLANT
NASTURTIUM LEAVES, ALASKA
NASTURTIUM LEAVES, BLUE PEPE
Sweet strawberry aroma embracing refreshing spearmint
Special mushroomy tasty crispy leaves
Tender marbled leaves with hot, peppery tang
Steely blue, fabulously peppery leaves
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The Pink Box
INSPIRED
NASTURTIUM LEAVES, XL
OLIVE HERB
SALAD BURNET
SHISO LEAVES, GREEN (PERILLA)
Large peppery leaves for wrapping & infusing
Delicate strand-like leaves; intense olive flavour
Clean & crisp, light cucumber flavour
Crimpled green leaves with hints of anise & cinnamon
SHISO LEAVES, PURPLE (PERILLA)
SORREL, BURGUNDY (OXALIS)
SORREL, GOLDEN (OXALIS)
SORREL, LUCKY (OXALIS)
Rich purple, crinkly leaves; sweet spiciness of cinnamon & anise
Soft crimson leaves, tart taste
Aureate leaf blushed with scarlet
Deliciously tart, lemony quatrefoil
SORREL, RED BUTTERFLY (OXALIS)
STONECROP
SWEET CICELY
SWEET POTATO LEAVES
Winged maroon leaves with sour lemon taste
Succulent & crisp; peppery leaves
Soft lacy leaves & delicate sweet anise-like taste
Showy, tender camote tops
WASABI LEAVES
WILD GARLIC LEAVES
Fresh horseradish bite; hot but not too overpowering
Intense, pungent & fiery; fresh green garlicky taste
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The Pink Box
INSPIRED Inspired GROWN IN THE DARK
HORSERADISH SHOOTS
PEA SHOOTS, GOLDEN
POPCORN SHOOTS
Succulent crisp shoots with horseradish kick
Crisp & clean, gentle fresh sweet pea flavour
Super sweet bite & slight grassy finish
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Inspire Me BE INSPIRED BY SOME OF OUR FAVOURITE CHEF CREATIONS
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arte C d a r B y b Creation
Raw ba vett chicory d e with oyster emu ressed wi l th nastur sion and tium leav es
A white chocolate aero with compressed strawberries, an elderflower sorbet and sweet cicely For more information visit WestlandsUK.co.uk or search #Growers4Chefs
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Oyster Leaf Flowers 30
OUR COASTAL VEGETABLE COLLECTION, A DIVERSE RANGE OF EDIBLE LEAVES AND FLOWERS GROWN FOR THEIR UNIQUE TASTE AND SALINE QUALITIES.
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Spelt risotto, Beesands crab with 32
cauliflower and coastal vegetables
The Blue Box
TASTE OF THE SEA
ICE LETTUCE
OKAHIJIKI (LAND SEAWEED)
OYSTER LEAF
OYSTER LEAF - FLOWERS
Juicy, acidic & slightly salty; peppered with glacial crystals
Crisp & crunchy with delicate saltiness
Tastes just like fresh salty oysters!
Beautiful blue, tangy tubular bells
SALTY FINGERS
SAMPHIRE, MARSH (SALICORNIA )
Crisp & salty; pops in the mouth like a jelly bean
Deliciously crisp & succulent; fresh, sublime salty bite
SAMPHIRE, ROCK - FLOWERS (SEA FENNEL)
SAMPHIRE, ROCK - LEAVES (SEA FENNEL)
Robust decorative umbels; spicy & intense
Full of gusto; crunchy & punchy kerosene-like spiciness
SEA ASTER
SEA BEET
SEA KALE
Delicately sweet & salty; underlying creaminess
Rich & earthy, luscious salty leaves
SEA BUCK’S HORN (ERBA STELLA)
SEA PURSLANE
SEA ROSEMARY (SUAEDA )
SEA SPRAY (SUAEDA )
Mini spears of delicate, salty white shoots
Succulent sprigs with mildly bitter salty taste
Mild & tasty; soft luscious salty sprigs
Crunchy, sweet & mildly nutty
Blanched, crisp white stalks & subtle saltiness
For more information visit WestlandsUK.co.uk or search #Growers4Chefs
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OUR RANGE OF HERITAGE, SPECIALITY AND CLASSIC TOMATOES; AN ENTICING SELECTION OF DIFFERENT SHAPES, SIZES, COLOURS, TEXTURES AND FLAVOURS.
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The Tomato Box
SPECIALITY TOMATOES
BROWN BEEFSTEAK
BROWN CHERRY
Rich coloured slicing tomato
Attractive, sweet, firm textured fruit
COEUR DER BOEUF RED BELL SHAPE
ELECTRIC YELLOW ROUND
Gentle textured tomato for stuffing!
Amazing colour! Softer eating yellow round tomato
GREEN/RED BEEFSTEAK
GREEN TIGER
ORANGE MARMONDE
ORANGE ROUND
Great sliced — green for cooking or red for general use
Visually appealing, ripe & sweet when green. Brilliant for salsa
Traditional large fruited French slicer
Orange fruit with an attractive red jelly
PINK BEEF
PINK PLUM
RED GREEN TIGER
RED MARMONDE
Vibrant pink in a large beef tomato
Very sweet, succulent tomato. Perfect for eating raw
Attractive, fleshy fruit. Red with green stripes
Large French red slicing tomato
RED YELLOW ROMAN CANDLE
SAN MARZANO
Unique shape, interesting colour, versatile uses
Classic Italian cooking tomato. Full of flavour
TIGER CHERRY
TIGER PLUM
Ideal BBQ cooking tomato. Deep red inside
Another one perfect for chargrilling on the BBQ
For more information visit WestlandsUK.co.uk or search #Growers4Chefs
Example tomato types, available as part of our Speciality Tomato Mixed Box.
SPECIALITY TOMATO MIXED BOX
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Westland Nurseries (Offenham) Ltd. Station Road, Offenham, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 8LW WestlandsUK.co.uk hello@WestlandsUK.co.uk @WESTLANDSUK /WESTLANDSUK /WESTLANDSUK #Growers4Chefs Published February 2018 Designed and produced by ReallyB2B.com