April is the month when spring explodes in all its glory! Markets are full of vibrant colours, intoxicating aromas and authentic flavours that mark nature’s reawakening. It’s the perfect time to enjoy juicy fruits and crunchy vegetables, rich in essential vitamins and minerals for tackling the new season with energy and good health! 

April’s fruit: a burst of sweetness

Strawberries. Red, juicy and irresistible! April is the perfect month for enjoying them at their best, either on their own or in refreshing smoothies and desserts. 

Late oranges and grapefruit. Last call for citrus fruits! They’re perfect for getting your fill of vitamin C and tackling the final sudden changes in temperature. 

Pears. Fragrant and juicy, ideal for a healthy snack or enriching gourmet salads. 

Lemons. Their fragrance is the very essence of spring! Use them to add a touch of freshness to any dish. 

Apples. Ever present, crunchy and sweet, perfect for any time of day. 

Kiwis. Rich in vitamin C, the best way to keep your immune defences up! 

April’s vegetables: freshness and lightness in every dish

Asparagus. The real star of the show this season! Enjoy them steamed, in creamy risottos or simply pan-fried with a drizzle of oil. 

Artichokes. A burst of flavour and versatility! Perfect fried, au gratin or stuffed for a show-stopping spring dish. 

Courgettes. Sweet, light and perfect for thousands of recipes: from puréed soup to fritters, right up to pasta primavera! 

Early carrots. Crunchy and very sweet, ideal raw as crudités with a vinaigrette dip or cooked to bring out their natural flavour. 

Fresh spinach. Rocket and lettuce. It’s time for light, nutritious salads, perfect for a spring detox! 

Spring onions and leeks. Delicate and fragrant, they add a special touch to any recipe. 

Broad beans and peas. Sweet and tender, they herald the arrival of good weather with their unmistakable flavour.