Changing seasons
The seasons change imperceptibly; 3 steps forward, 2 steps back. One day the sun warms our faces and we smile, our bodies noticeably relaxing; the next day the bitter wind bites at our cheeks and we huddle inside winter coats. This is how we inch slowly through Spring and towards Summer, step by step. And so it is in the kitchen. Spring produce mingles with the last of the Winter harvests. Over the Easter weekend when the sun made a welcome appearance, Mr D and I went foraging for wild garlic, in shady woodland along the river. Each year, in early Spring, we visit the same favourite spot, where swathes of glossy green leaves clothe the bank, filling the air with their pungent fragrance. I gathered just a small basketful and with the addition of a few extra ingredients made a delicious salsa. 30g wild garlic 30g fresh parsley 2-3 tsp Dijon mustard 200ml extra virgin olive oil 2 tbsp cider vinegar 40g capers, rinsed Chop the parsley and wild garlic in a blender. Add 1/2 tsp salt and th