What’s in Season This Summer? A (Very Useful) Guide to British Produce

At Spoilt for Choice, we like to keep things simple: food that tastes good, travels well, and suits the season. That doesn’t mean everything’s picked by hand from a British allotment, we’re not pretending every tomato is heritage and every leaf is local, but it does mean we stay in tune with what’s naturally at its best. That means leaning into the ingredients that naturally taste better right now, supporting British suppliers where we can, and developing menus that work for the way people eat in summer: fresh, flavour-packed, and no-nonsense.

Why Seasonal Produce Matters in Catering

Using seasonal ingredients isn’t just for food markets and fine dining. In catering, it often means:

• Better flavour because ingredients are naturally at their peak
• Fewer miles because less international shipping, where possible
• Less waste because produce lasts longer when it’s fresh
• Good variety because changing menus help keep things interesting

For workplace catering, it’s a win. Seasonal menus mean your team isn't stuck eating the same salad mix on loop. It also opens up space for variety across dietary requirements, from vegan mains to gluten-free sides that don’t feel like afterthoughts.

So, What’s Actually in Season Right Now?

Here’s a snapshot of some of the UK produce hitting its peak across June, July, and August:

• Strawberries
• Raspberries
• Cherries
• Blackberries
• Tomatoes
• Courgettes
• Runner beans
• Peas
• Broad beans
• Carrots
• Lettuce
• New potatoes
• Cucumbers
• Spinach
• Beetroot

We’re not saying your lunch depends entirely on these, but we do try to build menus that highlight what’s tasting best now. It makes a difference.

A Busy Summer Ahead? Let’s Feed It Properly.

If you’re organising office catering, planning a team lunch, or pulling together a summer event, now’s a great time to shake up the menu. We’re seeing more demand for fresh, vibrant dishes, lighter mains, cold sides, and seasonal fruit platters that actually get finished. With a busy summer ahead (meetings, events, lunches, and yes, still plenty of Zoom calls), we’re ready to roll out catering that feels more like a perk and less like a box-ticking exercise.

You can order online for next-day delivery across London, or drop us a message to chat through your needs. No faff. No fuss. Just good food, in season.

Thoughtfully crafted with fresh, seasonal ingredients and packed with flavour, they bring the best of British summer to your doorstep.