SCARLET ELF CUPS - 125g
FRESH SCARLET ELF CUP MUSHROOMS
Sarcoscypha austriaca
As winter's grip loosens and gives way to the early signs of spring, Scarlet Elf Cups emerge like jewels scattered amidst the decaying wood and leaf litter. With their stunning, bright scarlet cups standing in bold contrast against the earthy tones of the forest floor, they beckon to both the casual wanderer and the avid mushroom hunter alike. With a subtle earthy flavour reminiscent of beetroot and a unique texture unlike typical mushrooms when cooked, scarlet elf cups are a delightful find.
The cup-shaped fruiting bodies feature a slightly wavy or irregular rim, transitioning from rounded cups in their youth to more flattened shapes as they mature. Easy to spot amidst the forest foliage, these mushrooms are typically found from February to April when few other fungi are present.
Saprobic by nature, scarlet elf cups thrive on decaying organic matter, often preferring to grow on fallen branches or logs of deciduous trees such as beech or oak, especially when these branches are covered in moss. Due to their habitat, they require thorough cleaning, but the effort is well rewarded by the visual appeal these mushrooms can bring to your dish.
All guidelines advise cooking Scarlet Elf Cups before consumption, and they maintain their striking colour beautifully when cooked. While some debate exists about whether they can be eaten raw, it's best to err on the side of caution and always cook them.
Season: February - April
Origin: UK
Net: 125g
DELIVERY INFO
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Orders placed before 2 PM (Monday to Friday) are eligible for same-day dispatch, unless you choose a specific future delivery date during checkout.
We use reliable third-party express courier services and high-quality insulated packaging. However, delays can occur, so we package items to ensure they remain in excellent condition.
If you need your delivery on a specific day, please mention this in the notes section on the checkout page. We may advise alternative options, such as dispatching your order a day earlier to ensure timely arrival.
All items leave our facility in perfect condition with a good use-by date. Please consider this when selecting your delivery date. Once dispatched, the package is under the responsibility of our couriers, making it difficult to change the delivery address or expedite delays.
We do offer Saturday delivery, but please note that our couriers do not operate phone support at weekends, and our customer service is closed. For time-sensitive deliveries, we recommend choosing a weekday to allow us to address any issues promptly.
Further delivery details and shipping rates can be found here
CHRISTMAS 2024 ORDER INFO
Please choose your delivery date for pre-christmas orders on the date-picker in your shopping basket with the following guidance. We will try our best to deliver on your selected day, but it is not guaranteed, so please allow for an extra day
ORDER DEADLINES
ORDERS FOR DELIVERY ON OR BEFORE 23/12/24 - 11pm 19/12/23
ORDERS BETWEEN CHRISTMAS & NEW YEARS EVE - 11PM 27/12/24
Delivery slots are limited. Early booking is strongly recommended.
ORDERS CONTAINING FROZEN PRODUCTS ONLY
If you have space to store them, please request your order to be delivered as soon as possible, or choosing delivery before December 20th. We reserve the right to change your delivery date up to to 2 days prior if we feel it runs the risk of not arriving to you promptly.
FRESH TRUFFLES
Your truffles will be harvested as close to Christmas as possible to offer the longest shelf life and the freshest product. We fly them in from Europe early each morning on the same days we send them to you.
Last available Pre-Christmas delivery is 23rd December and the truffles will be good for a minimum of 6 days, any longer may impact your enjoyment - PLEASE notify us via email if you need them for the exact delivery day you requested or consider receiving them a day earlier, if that date is available.
As always with fresh truffles they are best eaten as soon as possible to enjoy maximum aroma.
FRESH PRODUCTS
All fresh products are supplied with a use by date beyond 28/12/24, with the inclusion of fresh mushrooms and fresh truffles. We aim for delivery no later than the 23rd of December
WAGYU STEAK / FROZEN PRODUCTS ONLY/ DRY GOODS
All of our frozen products have a long shelf life in the freezer or at least 5 days if defrosted. Orders containing only frozen products will be delivered no later than 20th of December.
You can order certain products (subject to availability) for delivery on 30/12/24
White truffles will not be available for delivery between Christmas & New Years Eve, Instead please order fresh black truffles.
FROM 18/12/24 Our phone lines are closed while we compile Christmas pre-orders, please email us and we will get back you as soon as possible.
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You can collect in person from our warehouse up until 5pm 23/12/24 - select PICK UP, on the checkout section of the website.
Customer service is available for delivery queries via info@fineandwild.com
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