The nature festival of Imbolc celebrates the earliest start of spring.
So whilst it might not yet feel spring-like, the signs are there.
We’ve got snow drops, cautiously peaking their heads out from under the autumn’s leaves and even the daffodils are casually announcing their imminent arrival.
When it comes to vegetables, we’re seeing the last of the autumn and winter squashes, but enjoying plentiful supplies of cauliflower, sprouting broccoli, kale, chard, winter spinach, beetroot, parsnip, celeriac, kohlrabi, swede, turnips and still quite a selection of salad leaves, grown under cover.
The Spanish orange season is in full swing – time to buy your Sevilles and get marmalade making! Plus some box schemes are even getting hold of the first broad beans from Spain – UK broad beans are still a while off, though.
Some of you might be lucky enough to get your hands on early rhubarb, which is one of my favourite fruits / vegetables and is definitely a sign that spring is on its way.
If you’re getting a bit bored of winter vegetables and need some inspiration, make sure you check out our latest recipes. If you’ve been getting creative in the kitchen, then please feel free to submit your favourite dishes!
The more delicious seasonal food recipes we can include on the Veg Box Recipes website, the more useful it will be!
Hope you’re enjoying your winter veg!
Clare x
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