There’s a certain kind of magic in cooking this time of year – when the markets are full of knobbly roots, crisp apples and late-season squashes, and the air feels cool enough to turn the oven back on. The autumn table is one of abundance, not austerity: comforting but fresh, with flavours that nod to the season without tipping into early-Christmas excess.
This collection celebrates exactly that. From Joe Woodhouse’s hasselback butternut squash – a vegan showstopper of caramelised edges and nutty crunch – to Emma Hatcher’s crisp chicken, apple and celeriac salad, these are recipes that suit every sort of day, whether you’re in the mood for something hearty or something light.
