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In Season Fresh Fruit

September’s fresh fruits

Fresh figs, at their best now, are wonderful in salads, or baked until sticky and tender, while blackberries are a must in pies and crumbles, but also worth trying in savoury salads

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Figs

This ambrosial fruit is thought to be indigenous to western Asia, with records of its cultivation dating back thousands of years. Nowadays, fig trees can be found closer to home in the Mediterranean, even growing well in sunny spots here in the UK. Once picked, figs don’t continue to ripen so for the best flavour and texture, look for plump, tender fruit. They provide a jammy sweetness when eaten raw, making a particularly attractive partner to cheese. Marsala wine is another time-honoured match, especially when figs are baked in it

Blackberries

Their tangy, sweet-sharp bramble flavour is wonderful in desserts, but blackberries work fantastically well in savoury food, too. Try pairing them with creamy, salty cheeses in a salad. And do try them in a drink: simmer the berries with spices and alcohol to make crème de mure, pop them in a glass of fizz or mix up a classic bramble cocktail.