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Dates have been a staple across the Middle East and North Africa for thousands of years, and they are one of our best loved foods. We sell dried dates loose and in bulk, from everyday packs to boxes for big households, cafes and Ramadan gatherings. Choose soft, caramel sweet Medjool dates, firmer Deglet Nour dates or ready to use pitted dates, many of them certified organic.
Which dates should you choose?
Medjool dates are the largest and softest variety, with a rich toffee flavour. Our organic Medjool dates are grown in Jordan and come in 500g and 1kg boxes, or a 3kg bulk box. Serve them whole, stuff them with nuts or blend them into smoothies.
Deglet Nour dates are smaller, firmer and lighter in sweetness. Our organic Deglet Nour dates are pitted, so they chop neatly into porridge, salads, tagines and rice dishes. A 9kg box suits heavy users.
Pitted dates are the everyday baking date: no stones, sticky and great value. Pick a 1kg bag for the cupboard or a 10kg box for energy balls, flapjacks and chutneys in quantity.
Dates for Ramadan
Breaking the fast with dates at iftar is a tradition shared by families all over the world. The natural sugars give gentle energy after a long day, and a plate of good dates is a welcoming start to the evening meal. Medjool dates are the most popular choice for iftar and for gifting, while Deglet Nour and pitted dates are ideal for cooking through the month. Order early before Ramadan, as our larger boxes sell quickly.
Cooking and baking with dates
Dates bring sweetness and body to recipes without refined sugar. Soak pitted dates in hot water and blend them into a paste for cakes and sauces, chop Deglet Nour dates into granola and flapjacks, or roll Medjool dates with nuts and cocoa into energy balls. For a pourable option, try organic date syrup over porridge and pancakes.
Storing dates
Keep dates sealed in a cool, dry cupboard for several weeks. For longer storage, move them to an airtight container in the fridge, where they keep for months. Medjool dates hold more moisture than other varieties, so the fridge keeps them soft and fresh. If dates firm up, a few minutes in warm water softens them again. Browse the rest of our dried fruit for figs, prunes and apricots.