As the temperature climbs, new and exciting ingredients become available locally.  The following are just some of the items that are becoming available over the next couple of months, what takes your fancy?

Fruit & Veg
Wild Garlic, Leeks, Broccoli (and purple sprouting), rocket, Jersey Royals, Radishes, Spring Onions and Watercress.  Rhubarb starts off forced, but comes into season later in April and by May we should see some early Apricots, Cherries and Gooseberries. 

Meat
Hare & Rabbit, Wood pigeon and a bit later Lamb and Poussin. 

Fish
Cockles, Crab, Pollock, Salmon, Sardines, Sea Trout and Sea Bass are all looking good.