Welcome to my October newsletter. This month I'm sharing a mixture of recipes using seasonal produce plus a few cosy bakes to enjoy as the days grow cooler and shorter. But first, here is my latest post - fig mousse. This egg free mousse is a great way to use up soft, ripe figs at the end of the season and is easy to make. Seasonal produce and comfort foods Ratatouille with beans is a nourishing one pot meal which makes the most of autumn vegetables. Tomato, bean and pasta soup is a simple...

This month I'm sharing two themes, firstly fresh, seasonal produce and also some no bake desserts and snacks for when it is too hot to turn on the oven. I have selected a few simple recipes to make the most of summer produce whilst at its best. Use to make quiches, side dishes or desserts. Try this apricot and almond cake, strawberry jam filled scones or cherry cheesecake with a chocolate crumb crust. Or stock your cupboards with homemade preserves to enjoy over the months ahead. Recipes...

With long summer days and sunshine, now is the time to relax and make the most of the season with one of these refreshing summer recipes. Cool down with a glass of Moroccan mint tea or this non-alcoholic watermelon drink. Or try one of these cool desserts such as affogato or homemade ice cream. You can easily make your own no churn chocolate ice cream, coffee and pecan ice cream or stracciatella without an ice cream maker. Heatwave friendly recipes Latest post - 5-minute strawberry banana...