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Spring Produce Blooms in UK Markets Amid Hungry Gap

4/9/2026

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Story summary

Spring has arrived in the UK, bringing seasonal produce and inspiration.
As the hungry gap approaches, markets offer limited options and hardy winter crops remain.
Chefs Skye Gyngell and Nigel Slater feature carrot and borlotti bean soup and early spring laksa.
Spring greens rise in popularity, with Anna Jones's cannellini beans on toast and Meera Sodha's cheesy picnic focaccia.
Joe Trivelli suggests Russian salad, and Tim Dowling shares rhubarb recipes.

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Story summary

Spring has arrived in the UK, bringing seasonal produce and inspiration.
As the hungry gap approaches, markets offer limited options and hardy winter crops remain.
Chefs Skye Gyngell and Nigel Slater feature carrot and borlotti bean soup and early spring laksa.
Spring greens rise in popularity, with Anna Jones's cannellini beans on toast and Meera Sodha's cheesy picnic focaccia.
Joe Trivelli suggests Russian salad, and Tim Dowling shares rhubarb recipes.