While the East Coast is still in a deep freeze, the trees in our neighborhood are blossoming and there is a light dusting of yellow pollen everywhere. Spring is so close I can taste it. The farmer’s markets are still sporting winter fare: citrus and kale, for the most part. I love both, but I’m so ready to move on!

I am dreaming of fresh English pea soup, early girl tomato tartlets, tender sweet baby lettuce, artichokes with lemon aioli…