Organic Lady Finger bananas are sweeter and smaller than Cavendish bananas. Lady Fingers bananas are the perfect ingredient for all sorts of fresh dishes as they don't go brown when cut. Eat when very yellow with flecks of black. Yummo in this chocolate tahini banana cake recipe.

Questions you might have about bananas

Are bananas good for you?
The bottom line is yes, bananas are good for you. They provide an impressive hit of potassium, fibre and tryptophan, meaning they can support your gut, heart and mood. What's more, bananas contain carbohydrates and natural sugars, making them an energising choice for before a workout.

Is it okay to eat bananas every day?
While there's no blanket rule, sticking to one to two bananas per day shouldn't cause issues for most people. With that said, remember that they are relatively high in carbohydrates, so eating them along with protein or fat is also advisable to support stable energy levels.

Can bananas cause constipation?
Bananas may improve or worsen constipation depending on their level of ripeness; an unripe banana may worsen constipation while a ripe banana could relieve constipation. These effects may also vary depending on a person's overall diet, including total intakes of fibre and fluid, and underlying health issues, like IBS.

Why is it bad luck to bring bananas on a boat?
This is an unusual nautical superstition that began in the 1700's that is still persistent today. Many lost or ill-fated ships were noted to have been carrying bananas to their destination. Another superstition is that boats carrying bananas don't catch fish. Apples are ok though:)