The best seasonal products of May

The month of May marks a delicious transition between spring and summer, and in Menorca this translates into an explosion of fresh, local and flavourful produce. At San Crispín we are committed to a diet rooted in the territory, offering you seasonal fruit and vegetables grown by farmers on the island, as well as meats, cheeses and other fresh produce adapted to the time of year.

1. Featured fruit and vegetables of the month

This May, in our fruit and vegetable sections you will find:

Courgette: light and versatile, ideal for stir-fries and cold creams.

Swiss chard and spinach: green leaves rich in iron and nutrients.

Menorcan new potato: freshly picked, sweet and delicate.

Strawberries: sweet, juicy and perfect for desserts or light breakfasts.

Peas: sweet and tender, ideal for spoon dishes or salads.

Beans: nutritious and perfect for traditional stews.

Spring onion: the basis of many recipes and ideal raw for salads.

Lettuce and endive: fresh, light and indispensable in spring.

Apricots (towards the end of the month): sweet and aromatic, perfect for desserts or jams.

Consuming these products not only adds freshness and flavour to your dishes, but also promotes local trade and reduces the carbon footprint associated with transport.

2. Local seasonal meats

This May, at San Crispín you will find a selection of meats produced in Menorca with quality and sustainability criteria:

Menorcan red veal: raised on pasture and fed naturally. A tasty and healthy meat with strong roots in the land.

Free-range chickens: raised outdoors, with a natural growth rate. Ideal for roasts, grilling or broth.

Fresh locally produced eggs: from free-range hens, they provide nutritional quality and proximity.

Lamb from Menorca: available according to season. Perfect for traditional stews or grilled, with an authentic and delicate flavour.

These meats are a tasty and responsible alternative for your weekly dishes, and you will find them highlighted in our local butcher section.

3. How to identify seasonal products in San Crispín

All seasonal products are duly marked in our fresh sections. In addition, our staff can advise you at all times so that you choose the most suitable ingredients for your weekly menu, including the best way to cook and combine local meats such as red beef, lamb or free-range chicken. Do not hesitate to ask for advice: we are here to help you take advantage of the full potential of local products.

4. Plan better, live healthier

Shopping with seasonal products helps you:

Save money: they are cheaper at their best.

Improve your health: they contain more nutrients and fewer preservatives.

Reduce waste: thanks to the natural rotation of the supply.

In addition, buying fresh products and cooking your own meals is a way to eat better, enjoy the cuisine and reconnect with the culinary roots of Menorca. The process of cooking with local products is not only healthy, but also strengthens the relationship with the territory and the people who work it.

This May, discover the variety, freshness and quality of Menorca's seasonal products in San Crispín. Come, fill your basket and connect with the flavors of the moment.