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Seasonal Food of the Week:

Gooseberries

The British climate is particularly well-disposed to producing perfect gooseberries - juicy, tart and full-flavoured - and over the years they have captured the hearts of Britons more than any other nationality. More recently, however, the popularity of gooseberries has waned somewhat and their unique qualities don't seem to be valued as much as they merit. We think they're due for a revival.

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Currently at their best:

Asparagus, Aubergine, Carrots, Jersey Royal New Potatoes, New Potatoes, Radishes, Rocket, Spinach, Spring Onions, Watercress

Cherries, Grapefruit, Kiwi Fruit, Strawberries

Lamb, Wood Pigeon, Beef, Chicken, Pork

Cod, Crab, Gurnard, Herring, John Dory, Plaice, Salmon, Sardines, Sea Trout, Conger Eel, Dab, Langoustine, Pollack, Prawns, Shrimp, Whelks, Whitebait

Basil, Chives, Coriander, Dill, Elderflowers, Mint, Nasturtium, Parsley (Curly), Parsley (Flat-Leaf), Sorrel, Tarragon

Also in season:

Artichoke, Broad Beans, Courgettes, Cucumber, Fennel, Kohlrabi, Mangetout, Onions, Peas, Potatoes (Maincrop), Wild Mushrooms

Apricots, Blueberries, Gooseberries, Lemons, Oranges, Passion Fruit, Raspberries, Rhubarb, Tomatoes

Rabbit

Cockles, Grey Mullet, Lobster, Mackerel, Coley

Chervil, Oregano, Rosemary, Sage