Sweetcorn – the golden smile of summer Sweet corn 🌽 – or sweet corn – is one of the greatest gifts of summer. Its Latin name is Zea mays saccharata, and it comes from the Americas, where it has been cultivated by indigenous peoples for thousands of years. Since then it has conquered the world,…
Green peas – a small but big superstar on your plate 🌱 Green peas are known and loved by almost everyone – also known as garden peas or sugar snap peas. Its Latin name is *Pisum sativum* and it belongs to the legume family. Its origins can be traced back to the Middle East in…
Aubergine – the purple star who always has something new to show The aubergine or eggplant (Latin: Solanum melongena) is one of the most stylish vegetables on the vegetable counter: its shiny purple skin, elegant shape and versatile kitchen use make it a favourite with many – but others still look at it and wonder…