Saint Swithin's Day

Tips from Victoria

Asparagus

Asparagus Nothing quite says spring like asparagus, which has a rather short season, which is typically from February to June. Thickness really has nothing to do with quality. Asparagus is a perennial; more mature plantings tend to yield thicker stalks, and any size will be tender as long as it’s freshly cut. Look for bright apple green spears and tightly closed purplish heads; the stalks should be glossy, firm, and unwrinkled, with just a little white toward the base. The question that many people have about Asparagus is whether to peel or not to peel. Read More