Peas in England 2025
Enjoy freshly shelled English peas!
Best time: August
There is no doubt that young English peas are sweetest, most crisp, and most delicious. You can enjoy a short-lived season during August in England. Sweet green peas appeared in European cuisine during the Middle Ages. In England, it was considered a delicacy, and it was very expensive.
Today, green peas are served as a garnish, in omelettes for breakfast, in salads, and muffins. Try cooking a traditional English dish of green peas with butter, sugar, and mint. It's very tasty and useful, especially when in season.
Authors: Olena Basarab