Happy New Year! Following a successful December where we focused on festive reliability and the staples of the British roast, Montgomery Wholesale is entering 2026 with a clear mission. We are fired up to take the company to the next level, and our priority is helping our partners: the food buyers, food hall managers, and independent farm shop owners, source the kind of produce that makes your business a destination.
January is a month of transition. While the high-volume rush of Christmas has passed, the “foodie” consumer is now looking for vibrant, specialised ingredients to brighten the winter months. Here is your guide to the essential lines arriving this month.
The Destination Lines: Yorkshire Rhubarb and Seville Oranges
For any premium food hall or farm shop, certain arrivals signal the start of the connoisseur’s calendar.
Yorkshire Forced Rhubarb: Arriving from the historic Rhubarb Triangle, these vibrant pink stems are grown in candle-lit sheds to ensure a tender texture and refined sweetness. They offer incredible shelf appeal and are a must-stock for customers looking for the first true taste of the new season.
Seville Oranges: The window for genuine Spanish Sevilles is famously brief. With their high pectin content and bitter profile, they are the essential ingredient for home marmalade making. We recommend securing your volume early to satisfy your home-preserving enthusiasts.
Sicilian Blood Oranges: We are seeing the first arrivals of the Moro variety. Their deep pigment and volcanic provenance make them a high-margin favourite for both retail displays and juice bars.
The Specialist Citrus Gallery: A Point of Difference
In a competitive market, unique variety is your greatest asset. At Montgomery Wholesale, we specialise in citrus lines that you simply will not find in standard retail environments.
Our January citrus collection includes:
The Rare and Structural: Buddha’s Hand, Bergamot, Cedro, and Yuzu. These are perfect for high-end food halls looking to create “wow-factor” displays.
Ultra-Rare Varieties: We are currently sourcing the Yuko, an incredibly rare Japanese citrus variety. Please ask our team for our full list of specialised citrus to give your shelves a unique edge.
The Favourites: Chocolate Oranges and Finger Limes (Citrus Caviar).
Buyer’s Note: Finger Limes are reaching the end of their season. If you require these for your seafood or deli counters, we recommend stocking up now before the season concludes later this month.
Continental Specialities and Winter Roots
While we continue to champion British root crops and brassicas: which are eating exceptionally well in the current cold snap: January is also the time to look to the Continent for vibrant salad and vegetable lines.
Radicchios: Currently at their peak, these Italian beauties provide the structural elegance and sophisticated bitterness that discerning shoppers look for in winter.
Catalonian Calçots: A seasonal hero from Spain. These are excellent for farm shops looking to offer something “chef-grade” to their home-cooking customer base.
Winter Fruit: We are offering three varieties of Kiwi (Green, Yellow, and Red), alongside Pomegranates, Quince, and high-quality stored British Apples and Pears.
Coming Soon: Look out for Portuguese wild strawberries arriving later in January to provide an early taste of luxury.
Inventory Management: End of Season Alerts
To assist with your category planning, please note that the following lines are now finishing:
Kaki fruit (Persimmon)
Muscat grapes
Finger limes (Supplies are winding down rapidly)
Secure Your January Schedule
Whether you are a long-standing partner or a food buyer looking for a more reliable, specialised London delivery partner, Montgomery Wholesale is ready to support your 2026 growth. Our routes across the capital are optimised for early morning delivery, ensuring your displays are stocked and ready before your doors open.
Contact your account manager today to finalise your January schedule or to request our full specialist citrus price list.
