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How Fruitrunner works

How Fruitrunner works

  At fruitrunner we have tried to make ordering with us as straightforward as possible, all fruit boxes have free delivery and you can easily add extras to your order, we now provide tea, and coffee for your cuppa and the milk to go with it. If you would prefer...

We don’t just deliver fruit!

We don’t just deliver fruit!

We don't just deliver fruit at Fruitrunner. We also can provide tea, and coffee for your cuppa and the milk to go with it. Simply add these products alongside your fruit delivery, to get your 5 a day in the workplace and your everyday essentials.  

The reason why blueberries are coated in white powder?

The reason why blueberries are coated in white powder?

When you buy blueberries and many other fruits, you may have noticed that they are coated in a white-dusted power. The coating is very safe, and a natural part of the fruit. Known as the "bloom," the waxy, silvery-white substance on grapes, blueberries, and certain...

What does those little stickers on fruit mean?

What does those little stickers on fruit mean?

Most people don't pay much attention to the little stickers on fruits and vegetables, Called a PLU sticker — short for product lookup — they feature a four- or five-digit number that lets cashiers know what the product is and how much it costs. Sure it's easy to tell...

It’s kiwi season. How well do you know the fruit?

It’s kiwi season. How well do you know the fruit?

One (3-inch long) kiwifruit contains 42 calories; 1 cup chopped kiwifruit has 102 calories. One kiwifruit supplies a full adult daily allowance of vitamin C; that’s more per ounce than oranges. Kiwifruit also is high in vitamin K, copper and fiber. Kiwifruit will keep...

Orange facts!

Orange facts!

Did you know a medium sized orange has about 80 calories, 250mg of potassium, 15gm of carbohydrates, a full gram of protein and absolutely zero fat content. Oranges are filled with Vitamin C which helps in clearing the skin of any unwanted marks and makes your skin...

The fascinating information about of figs

The fascinating information about of figs

Known for being a healthy and versatile ingredient they can add a burst of sweetness to all kinds of dishes. Here are 8 Fascinating Fig Facts to pique your interest: 1. Eating one half cup of figs has as much calcium as drinking one-half cup of milk. 2. Fig trees are...

7 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Blueberries

7 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Blueberries

It's a classic in summery fruit salads (not to mention one of our favourite year-round yogurt and oatmeal toppers), well known for its antioxidant prowess and low calorie count. But some of the blueberry's health benefits and fun facts aren't exactly common knowledge....

Is a Tomato a Fruit or a Vegetable?

Is a Tomato a Fruit or a Vegetable?

You may not realize it, but most people at some point or another seem to ask themselves this question: 'Is a tomato a fruit or a vegetable?'. The confusion about 'fruit' and 'vegetable' arises because of the differences in usage between scientists and cooks....