Coltivare Issue Three is here—Spring has arrived, and with it, a fresh breath of life across the fields, farms, and markets we’re proud to be part of. There’s something about this season that stirs the soul. Maybe it’s the first flush of asparagus pushing through, the peppery kick of rocket, or the way the morning sun hits a crate of Swiss Browns just right. Whatever it is, spring brings promise, and we’re here for every glorious moment.

This issue of Coltivare marks a special milestone. In July, Lemdell was named Wholesaler of the Year at the 2025 Fresh Awards, three years in a row. That kind of recognition doesn’t come easy. It’s a testament to every early start, every handshake with a grower, every box packed with pride. We don’t take it lightly and we don’t take it for granted.

Since launching this magazine, we’ve been humbled by the response.

Coltivare has become more than just pages, it’s a shared space. A place where providores, retail buyers, chefs, and farmers meet in a quiet moment to celebrate the food at the centre of everything. If you’re reading this, know that you’re part of it.

At Lemdell, food is a connection. Whether it’s 4 a.m. market runs, long-haul chats with growers, or watching new products hit the shelves, we live for these moments. They’re built on loyalty, honesty, and love for good produce. We’re not here for the show but for the long game.

Spring is about return. About warmth and colour. It’s when roots dig deeper, and good things grow with time and care. From trios of asparagus to tender greens and silky eggplants, this season sings.

In this edition, you’ll meet chefs rethinking pub food, growers defying the odds, and people who remind us that good food is about soul, not spectacle.

To our growers, customers, and team: thank you. You are this. All of it. So here’s to spring. To new stories, familiar faces, and the flavour that brings us together.