Our Farm: From Field to Feast – How Salted Orange Sources Local Produce
Rooted in Lincolnshire
For us at Salted Orange, local sourcing isn’t a marketing phrase — it’s the foundation of everything we do.
Our farm, based in the heart of Lincolnshire, allows us to work directly with the seasons, growing ingredients that inspire our chefs and shape our menus. From vibrant herbs to heritage vegetables, every element we harvest tells a story of provenance, sustainability, and pride in our local land.
Why Local Matters
Lincolnshire is often called the “breadbasket of Britain,” and for good reason. Its fertile soil, open skies, and diverse microclimates create some of the best produce in the country. By sourcing within our region, we:
Reduce food miles and environmental impact.
Support local growers and suppliers who share our commitment to quality.
Guarantee freshness, with ingredients often harvested less than 24 hours before service.
Keep money within our community, strengthening Lincolnshire’s rural economy.
When we say “from field to feast,” we mean it. The herbs in your salad, the beetroot in your starter, the apples in your dessert — they’ve travelled only a few miles, not hundreds.
The Flavours of Our Fields
Our farm focuses on seasonal rotation, which means we grow what thrives naturally at different times of year.
Spring: peas, radishes, asparagus, baby carrots.
Summer: tomatoes, courgettes, soft herbs, and edible flowers.
Autumn: squashes, celeriac, beetroots, and apples.
Winter: root vegetables, hardy greens, and stored onions.
These ingredients are at the heart of our dishes, such as:
Pea soup with parmesan and truffle
Beetroot falafel with salsa verde emulsion
Sweet potato pie with chervil oil and toasted barley
Each plate is a celebration of the Lincolnshire landscape.
Working with Local Producers
Beyond our own farm, we collaborate with some of the county’s most respected producers — from artisan cheesemakers to free-range livestock farms.
This network ensures that every menu carries a genuine sense of place. Whether it’s Lincolnshire Poacher cheese, locally milled flour, or Fosters’ award-winning sausages, our suppliers are part of the extended Salted Orange family.
Together, we’re redefining what local catering can be: sustainable, traceable, and deeply flavourful.
Sustainability at the Core
Farming responsibly means respecting the land as much as the produce it yields.
Our sustainability efforts include:
Collecting rainwater for irrigation.
Composting kitchen waste back into soil health.
Rotating crops to maintain natural fertility.
Using solar energy to power our cold-storage systems.
These practices reduce our carbon footprint and help us operate with minimal waste — something we’re incredibly proud of.
A Chef’s Inspiration
Our chefs visit the farm regularly to plan menus around what’s thriving in the soil. It’s an approach that keeps creativity alive in the kitchen. A surplus of courgettes might become a summer soup or a pickled garnish; an early frost might inspire a roasted root vegetable dish for winter weddings.
This direct connection between field and fork ensures that every dish we serve is seasonal, meaningful, and bursting with flavour.
From Our Farm to Your Table
When you book with Salted Orange, you’re not just hiring a caterer — you’re supporting a local food ecosystem.
Every bite served at your event represents the collaboration between our farmers, chefs, and community. That’s why our clients return to us time and again: because our food doesn’t just taste good, it does good.
Learn More
We invite you to discover more about our growing practices and local partnerships by visiting Our Farm and reading about our sustainability commitments on About Us.
Or better yet, taste the difference yourself — get in touch with our team to plan a bespoke menu featuring ingredients straight from our fields.
Salted Orange Catering & Events
Lincolnshire’s leading outside caterer since 2014
Email: enquiries@saltedorange.co.uk
Tel: 07792 419730
Website: www.saltedorange.co.uk