What's In Season: April

I recently stopped in a grocery store to buy some lettuce. Saw some organic romaine hearts at a great price. The label said it was from a California farm... awesome, right?

Nope. It also said in smaller print "Product of Mexico". So it was grown in Mexico, imported by a California farm for packaging and distribution. Ummmm, no thanks. I like my fruits and veggies to be as fresh as possible for taste and nutrition. Not mention the environmental and economic benefits to the local economy as well.

Here's a guide to what's in season locally here in Southern California for the month of April:

Artichokes
Asparagus
Avocado
Basil
Beets
Broccoli
Cabbage
Carrots
Cauliflower
Celery
Chard
Cherries
Collards
Cucumber
Dates (Medjool)
Grapefruit
Green Beans
Green Onion
Green Peas
Kale
Kohlrabi
Kumquats
Lemons
Lettuce
Mushroom
Mustard
Navel Orange
Nectarines
Passion Fruit
Raspberries
Spinach
Strawberries
Tangelos
Tangerines
Tomatoes
Turnips

Base your menus on the above listed fruits and veggies, check labels in the grocery stores to make sure each item you buy is locally grown.

Cheers!
Carrie

(Don't live in Southern California? You can find out what's in season in your state here)