Make your cakes and mince now so they can mature over the coming weeks 

I have fond memories of eating treacle toffee with my grandmother - it was very tasty but not so easy on the teeth.

Bitesized bits for grasping, busy hands - including veggie and breadcrumb muffins, and mini pancake treats!

This year I am making spooky sticky tarts and almond fingers

Baking your own treats can take a little time but is much more cost-effective

The simplest vanilla custard poured, slightly warm, over stewed apple or a berry crumble is both comforting and delightful.

This year has seen a good crop of apples around the country. Here's the perfect apple strudel to make with them.

Stale bread — a most versatile ingredient

"For a nice weekend treat, there are two recipes here that should take less than an hour to complete"

Tomatoes are deliciously ripe at this time of year and if you are lucky enough to get locally grown cherry tomatoes, they are usually a burst of flavour and sweetness.