In the last days of winter enjoy bright colour and flavour with forced rhubarb, brussels sprouts and purple sprouting broccoli

Our food editor Hayley reveals what’s in store this month

Buying fresh produce in-season means it’s usually more widely available, costs less and keeps longer. At this time of year, winter fruit and veg lend themselves to comforting, budget-friendly cooking

Celebrate the new season’s offerings with these most delightful recipes

As days grow longer, the urge to sow seeds is almost impossible to resist. But if you dream of overflowing beds, the most important thing to do now is plan the growing year to help you meet its sowing

SERVES 4 Olives and oily fish are full of omega-3s – great for the brain, heart and skin. YOU WILL NEED 1tsp salt750g baby new potatoes200g fine green beans,trimmed1 small carton (around 250g)slow-roa