Asparagus, Sardines and Elderflower… just a few of the foodie delights that May has to offer…

Firstly, an apology is in order for missing the last few months and not posting any seasonal food between February-April.  Today, I’m putting things right with a reminder of all the wonderful foods out there that will be in season in May…

Vegetables in season in May

Asparagus

Peas

Broad beans

Chicory

Fennel

Just seeing those top two, fills me with a real sense of pleasure.  Asparagus is always such a treat and I really believe that not much beats the humble pea.  My little boy and I love to sit and munch our way through bags of fresh peas at this time of year – although I can’t help but feel that I’m doing all the shelling and Jacob is doing all the eating…

Asparagus Risotto – Phil Vickery/BBC Good Food

Asparagus Risotto – Phil Vickery/BBC Good Food

Meat & Fish in season in May

Spring lamb

Wood pigeon

Sardines

Another gorgeous selection!  Sardines always remind me of holidays to Spain where we eat them fresh from the BBQ with a beautiful zingy salsa full of zesty lemon.

 Grilled Sardines with Sauce Vierge – James Martin/BBC Good Food

Foraging

Elderflower

This is the one that I’m MOST excited about! Last year, I was given a recipe for Elderflower Champagne, but I didn’t get around to collecting any Elderflower before its season was finished so I’ve waited a whole year in anticipation of finally giving it a go!  If it’s good, I’ll be sure to post it but in the meantime, here’s something to be going on with…

Elderflower Cordial – Jane Hornby/BBC Good Food

Elderflower Cordial – Jane Hornby/BBC Good Food