There are countless reasons to eat seasonal produce
- Foods that are in season are typically picked at the peaks of ripeness, which leads to higher concentrations of essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
- Eating seasonally reduces the need for transportation and energy-intensive methods of cultivation and storage, leading to a lower carbon footprint.
- Choosing seasonal produce supports local farmers and markets.
- Most importantly, seasonal foods are tasty and make life more enjoyable. ♡
I hope this website inspires you to eat fruits and vegetables that are in season today. Whether you pick something new or stick with something familiar, eating seasonal produce is a good choice for yourself and the planet.
A few notes about selection and seasonality
- The selection of produce as well as its seasonality is based on research that is colored by Alma’s bias, opinions, and experience.
- I tried to represent each item’s peak season, even for items that are grown year-round in California. For example, kale and frisée are grown year-round and can be found in farmers’ markets every month. However, they are often considered cold season crops so the harvest is most abundant in the fall, winter, and spring.
- Not all items shown are grown in California. For example, lychee is available in many grocery stores in the summer months but is generally imported from Mexico or Asia.
How this website was made
- Iconography and illustrations drawn using Procreate
- Pages designed in Figma
- Website coded with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
