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Seasonal Produce Map
Posted on 06/03/08
Veganomics Lesson One: Shop for in-seasonĀ produce. Aside from lower costs and less travel time, fruits and vegetables are tastiest when they areĀ in-season. Here is an awesome tool from Epicurious.com to find out what produce is in season for any area of the country:
Peak-Season Map
Use this interactive map to see what's fresh in any area, plus find ingredient descriptions, shopping guides, recipes, and tips.
Currently in season for June (Michigan):
Asparagus
Blackberries
Cherries
Peas
Potatoes
Rhubarb
Strawberries
I was very jealous to see some of the produce lists for other states (so wish I lived on the border between North and South Carolina, or any state in New England).
Homework: Take advantage of seasonal produce, such as locally-grown rhubarb.
Peak-Season Map
Use this interactive map to see what's fresh in any area, plus find ingredient descriptions, shopping guides, recipes, and tips.
Currently in season for June (Michigan):
Asparagus
Blackberries
Cherries
Peas
Potatoes
Rhubarb
Strawberries
I was very jealous to see some of the produce lists for other states (so wish I lived on the border between North and South Carolina, or any state in New England).
Homework: Take advantage of seasonal produce, such as locally-grown rhubarb.