With that bit of extra warmth and light in the evenings, spring is always a popular time to get outside and barbecue. A springtime barbecue is an excellent opportunity to welcome all the regional ingredients fresh from the fields. Asparagus, strawberries, rhubarb and spring greens are waiting to enrich your barbecue buffet. In the spring, lamb is a popular meat specialty, which is a culinary delight from the barbecue. What’s more, certain species of fish only become available in the British waters in springtime; as detailed in this chart, scallops, monkfish, salmon and mackerel all usually make their first appearance at this time of the year. Make the most out of this exciting barbecue season and reimagine your spring grill menu according to what’s in season locally.

Take a look at our menu suggestions for inspiration when creating spring moments:

• Easter brunch: Celebrate Easter with a delicious barbecue brunch. While the younger ones hunt for eggs, enjoy smoked pepper salmon with avocado and dill salsa. And for any vegetarians, how about an asparagus, tomato and feta frittata?
• Daylight saving time: Celebrate the clocks going forward and gaining an extra hour of sunlight with a tantalising and earthy recipe like our lamb with Dijon mustard and hasselback potatoes with a side of grilled asparagus.

Autumn barbecue recipes usually reflect our bodies’ craving for something a bit heartier and more substantial and flavoursome. Autumn is the perfect time to experiment with the art of smoking, create a unique aroma and deliver flavour smoker chips and a smoker box. Never smoked before and want to give it a go? Use our easy how-to guide to get started.

Browse our autumnal recipes for inspiration before your next evening of barbecue smoking:

• Keep it low and slow: Never tried low and slow smoking? Autumn is the perfect time to try, start with our beginner brisket.
• A comforting family meal with a difference: Try our smoked chicken risotto for a warming easy family meal, packed with flavour.