In Season | Winter

Winter is a great time to stock up on rustic vegetables and gamey meat, while sea bass is at its best this time of year. Lobster, sea bass, scallops and halibut also come into their own in January and February.

Sourcing a seasonal spread for Christmas is simple at this time of year. Turkey is of course in season; however why not consider a different bird for the table - grouse, wild duck or pheasant for example

A number of vegetables are at their best in winter, such as parsnips and celery. And look forward to the fleshy innards of ruby red Pomegranate fruits, which appear in December and work beautifully as a garnish or to flavour stews.

December

Fruit - Apples, Pears, Pomegranate, Pumpkin

Veg - Broccoli (green), Brussels sprouts, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Celeriac, Celery, Kale, Leeks, Mushrooms, Parsnips, Red cabbage, Shallots, Spinach, Spring greens, Sprouts, Swede, Turnips, Winter squash

Game - Grouse, Partridge, Pheasant, Venison, Wild Duck, Wild salmon

Fish & Seafood - Sea bass

Meat & Poultry - Goose, Hill lamb, Turkey

January

Fruit - Forced rhubarb, Pears

Veg - Brussels sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Celeriac, Kale, Leeks, Mushrooms, Parsnips, Shallots, Squash, Turnips

Game - Wild salmon, Venison, Wild Duck, Pheasant, Partridge

Fish & Seafood - Lobster, Scallops

February

Fruit - Early rhubarb

Veg - Broccoli (purple), Brussels sprouts, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Celeriac, Chicory, Kale, Leeks, Mushrooms, Parsnips, Shallots, Squash

Game - Wild salmon, Venison

Fish & Seafood - Halibut, Lobster, Mussels

Herbs - Parsley

Meat & Poultry - Goose, Guinea fowl