Leafy revival

by Metropol | August 5, 2026 8:33 am

Curated by Nina Tucker

How did the humble cabbage end up in a Burberry campaign? Why is it the centrepiece of every elegant dinner party (edible or decorative) and the hero of a Michelin-star restaurant? Introducing CabbageCore, the vegetable-inspired homewares trend bringing the rest of the garden with it. A leafy revival from the underdog of the produce aisle? It’s a yes from us.

Cabbage pitcher, Bordallo Pinheiro. Green cabbage melamine side plate, Magpie Style. Tomato candles, Poppy and Sage. Ceramic pea vessel, Maree Hynes Interiors. Cabbage bowl, Mooch.

Stoneware Strawberry & Blueberry Cocotte, Le Creuset. Staub ceramic capsicum cocotte, Total Food Equipment. Tomato ceramic cocotte, Staub.

Danica Citrust plates, Ballantynes. Starship Fresh Tomato Salad tea towel, Wallace Cotton.

Hero image: Luxury fashion house Burberry married style with cabbage patches to celebrate British heritage for its Highgrove x Burberry campaign.

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