Home Grown Collection

Brussels sprouts (Brassica oleracea) on a wooden surface

Parsnip (Pastinaca Tender and True )
Organic parsnip (Pastinaca sativa Tender and True ) with top stalk sliced off

Englands new sugar industry. The beet sugar industry in England has received a decided fillip by the large factory built at Newark in which the Government holds half the capital

Untitled, from the series The UK Shows her Produce [6321241] (colour litho)
MAN452981 Untitled, from the series The UK Shows her Produce [6321241] (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: See 6320721, 452978, 452979, 452980)

Organic serpent garlic plants (Allium sativum var. ophioscorodon Bzenc ). Gardener removing the curled tops from garlic plants

Thailand, Bangkok. Fresh pomegranate on ice sold on the street raw or made into juice

Kingdom of Tonga, Vava u Islands, Neiafu. Local produce market, pineapples

United Arab Emirates, Dubai, Deira district, Spice Souk. Bags of dried spices for sale

Ecuador, Galapagos. Santa Cruz highlands, Lava Java organic coffee plantation. Papaya tree

South America, Ecuador. Famous Otavalo Market which dates back to pre-Inca times
Ecuador. Famous Otavalo Market which dates back to pre-Inca times. Home grown lima beans

Germany, Bavaria, Passau. Open-air farmers market, colorful fall squash & gourds

Large basket of decorative gourds credit: Marie-Louise Avery / thePictureKitchen / TopFoto

Beta vulgaris L. Sugar Beet, showing roots and leaves

Asparagus officinales, green asparagus, tied together in two bunches, on wooden surface, high angle view

Brassica oleracea botrytis, Cauliflower, head with foliage, overhead view

Malus domestica, Apple, apple half showing core and seeds

Raphanus niger, Black Radish, and bunch of Raphanus sativus, Radish

Asparagus officinales, stacked bunches of green asparagus tied with string

Hungary, Budapest. Dried paprika & corn on old barn wall

England, Kent, Canterbury. High Street, fresh summer Kent cherries

Serbia, Donji Milanovac. Port city along Danube River. Traditional Serbian snack of fresh fruit, goat cheese & bread

Romania, Wallachia, Sinaia. Fresh berries in basket

Hungary, Kalocsa. Fresh garlic bulbs hanging on blue door

Hungary, Kalocsa. Fresh garlic and local sweet paprika hanging on blue door

Bulgaria, Veliko Tarnovo. Typical Bulgarian lunch of fresh vegetable salad topped feta cheese and home baked flat bread

Morocco, Tetouan. Historic medina bazaar, fresh peas

Cape Verde Islands, Island of Sao Vicente, Mindelo (aka Porto Grande). The Municipal Market, corn in tin cup

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"Home Grown: Celebrating the Bounty of Nature's Harvest" From the humble Parsnip to the vibrant Brussels sprouts, our gardens are flourishing with homegrown delights. The Pastinaca Tender and True Parsnip adds a touch of sweetness to hearty winter stews, while the Brassica oleracea Brussels sprouts bring a burst of green goodness to any plate. In "Untitled, from the series The UK Shows her Produce, " we witness the beauty of England's new sugar industry. The beet sugar industry has taken root in this land, providing us with a taste that is both familiar and sustainable. Venturing across continents, we find ourselves in Thailand's bustling streets where fresh pomegranates on ice tempt passersby. Whether enjoyed raw or transformed into refreshing juice, these crimson jewels offer a taste sensation like no other. Traveling back in time through Army and Navy Stores Catalogue from 1939-40, we glimpse at an era when quality produce was cherished and sought after. It reminds us that even amidst uncertainty, nature's offerings remain steadfast. Journeying further east to Tonga's Vava'u Islands, we immerse ourselves in local produce markets brimming with succulent pineapples. These tropical delights transport us to sun-kissed shores and evoke memories of lazy summer days. The United Arab Emirates beckons us next as we explore Dubai's Deira district Spice Souk. Here, bags filled with dried spices tantalize our senses as their intoxicating aromas fill the air. A treasure trove for culinary enthusiasts seeking authentic flavors from around the world. Ecuador unveils its natural wonders as we visit Santa Cruz highlands' Lava Java organic coffee plantation. Amidst lush surroundings grow papayas - sweet reminders that Mother Earth provides not only rich coffee but also exotic fruits bursting with flavor. Finally, South America invites us to experience Otavalo Market - a historical gem that has stood the test of time.