There is something almost indulgent about the fig, even before it has been touched by a knife. Slice one open and the reveal never quite loses its charm, a jewelled interior of deep pink flesh scattered with tiny edible seeds, sweet, delicate and faintly reminiscent of honey. Few fruits manage to feel quite so luxurious while remaining, at heart, wonderfully simple. The fig has a claim to being one of the very first fruits cultivated by humankind, with evidence of its domesti