Most of us would like to be eating more locally grown, seasonal produce, but this can be a bit of a challenge during the winter months when the chilly British climate means that fewer native vegetables are readily available. Happily, that’s not the case with the humble leek. This hardy green vegetable is at its best during the coldest months of the year, is fantastically versatile, and can add flavour and bite to a wide range of savoury dishes.

As part of a recent #paidpartnership with british-leeks.co.uk I worked with local chef Laura Graham of The Tidy Kitchen Company who came up with a range of delicious dishes to showcase the British leek at its best.