Tender cuts of lamb on the grill are hard to beat. It's all about the herby (yes, that's a word) tastiness, the tenderness, and – have no illusions – the richness of the fat.

If you still haven't discovered black salsify (Scorzonera Hispanica, a k a Spanish salsify, black oyster plant, serpent root, viper's herb, viper's grass...) you're in for a treat.

Time for a beetroot binge? The vegetable with the extreme color pigment and the strong, somewhat sweet earthy flavor can be cooked in lots of exciting ways.