Leek
Northeast Coastal calendar

Leek

At its best in Cape & Islands from mid November to mid January. Right now it’s just arriving.

The season

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Field notes

Choosing

White base long and firm, tops still green and upright.

Keeping

Fridge, unwashed, up to two weeks.

Also in season in Cape & Islands

Apple

at its best now

Beets

at its best now

Brussels Sprouts

just arriving

Butternut Squash

just arriving

Cauliflower

just arriving

Celery

at its best now

Season dates for the Northeast Coastal calendar, checked locally.
Cook with what’s in season