As we rapidly approach August, more and more berries and other fruit are on offer. Some are heading out of season, such as strawberries and brambles (blackberries) but raapberries, nectarines, apples, bilberries and apricots are all coming into season.
I adore this time of year. September is my favourite month seasonal foods wise but I have to say August almost beats it. Many seasonal food lists won't include mushrooms but I have already seen some in the woods - chanterelles. I adore mushrooms, berries and many other Autumnal offerings. Why not get your wellies on and head to the woods with someone who knows what a chanterelle looks like and go fungi foraging! The wonderful addition is that this food is free and fantastic!
Scallops are also in season now. I love these sweet, simple shellfish! Fried in oil (butter is just too rich) and served with a salad which includes nectarines is very seasonal and really tasty!
Fruit in savoury salads brings flavours out and takes the hole dish up a notch. Grapes in a green salad with green peppers, rocket or some other leaf, cucmber, avacado and a dressing is simply divine!
Barbequeing is another wonderful idea at this time of year and is a sure way to get deep charcoal flavours into fish, meat and vegetables alike. Aubergines or courgettes, both available now, are wonderful charred!
Enjoy abundant August!
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