This Sunday marks the official start to Spring, when we’ll spring forward our clocks and enjoy an hour’s worth more of sunlight each day. With Spring comes a new harvest of exciting seasonal fruits and vegetables.

There is a famous cook’s rule: “What grows together, goes together.” Sticking to seasonal fruits and vegetables will ensure the flavors in your meals properly meld, create balance in flavors and textures and save money!

What’s in-season this Spring: Asparagus, Meyer lemons, Avocados, Peas, Fava beans, Hot House Tomatoes Spring onions, Leeks, Fennel, Cherries, Kumquats, Grapefruit, Strawberries, and Apricots (late spring)
RECIPE IDEAS:

Asparagus Soup with Lemon Crème Fraîche

Salad of Orange, Avocado, and Black Olives