Foods to Eat in April
Food shopping is a time consuming task, and not knowing what to buy when you get there can be overwhelming and ultimately expensive. However, purchasing seasonal foods is a healthy and cost effective way to approach food shopping. Grocery stores tend to stock up on seasonal items because they are plentiful, making them less expensive for you.
Why should you eat in-season foods?
- You will gain better nutrition
- It makes environmental sense
- You will save money
- Foods will taste better
For a more in depth explanation about why eating in-season foods is the way to go – click here. However firstly, have a look at the fruits, vegetables, meat, game, fish and seafood that are all in-season for April below.
Take a look at our recipe library for inspiration on cooking with in-season foods!
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FRUIT & NUTS |
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| Apricot | Avocado |
| Mango | Pineapple |
| Mango | Almonds |
| Pecans | Pistachios |
| Walnuts | |
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VEGETABLES |
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| Carrots | Cauliflower |
| Celeriac | New potatoes |
| Peas | Purple sprouting broccoli |
| Spinach | Spring greens |
| Sorrel | |
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MEAT & GAME |
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| Beef | Chicken |
| Lamb | Pork |
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FISH & SEAFOOD |
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| Cod | Crab |
| Halibut | Oyster |
| Plaice | Salmon |
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FRESH HERBS |
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| Chives | Parsley |
| Watercress | |
