"Photo by Maya Evoy"Spring in Alaska is much different than springtime in my home state of California. While trees are blossoming and sun is shining down south, we have a seemingly endless continuation of winter up north. While the snow still falls readily from the sky, I long for all things fresh, crisp, and green. I love to eat asparagus raw and prepare it with a clean, simple lemon vinaigrette while I dream away the cold and long for warmer, greener days. It makes a lovely light, but flavorful side dish."--Maya Evoy, Alaskafromscratch.com..."