Foods To Eat In February

Foods To Eat In February

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 February below.

Take a look at our recipe library for inspiration on cooking with in-season foods!

FRUIT & NUTS
Banana	Blood orange
Clementine	Kiwi fruit
Lemon	Orange
Passion fruit	Pineapple
Pomegranate	Rhubarb

VEGETABLES
Brussels sprouts	Cauliflower
Celeriac	Chicory
Jerusalem artichoke	Kale
Kohlrabi	Leeks
Parsnips	Potatoes
Purple sprouting broccoli	Salsify
Shallots	Swede
Turnips

MEAT & GAME
Guinea fowl	Partridge
Turkey	Venison

 

FISH & SEAFOOD
Clams	Cockles
Haddock	Halibut
Hake	Lemon sole
Lobster	Mackerel
Mussels	Oysters
Salmon	Scallops
Winkles

FRESH HERBS
Bay leaf	Chamomile
Chives	Lavender
Oregano	Parsley
Rosemary	Thyme