Now we’re deep into autumn, the focus is on root vegetables, squash, leafy greens and wild mushrooms to build hearty comforting dishes.
Our buyers’ top recommendations for quality, flavour and value

Squash
UK farmers produce a wide range of squash which are versatile and colourful as well as being great for margins.

Jerusalem
artichoke
The nutty earthiness of
Jerusalem artichokes
gives an extra dimension
to everything from roast
meats to risottos.

Conference pears
A popular pear for good reason, these distinctive, sweet fruits are delicious prepared and served simply as part of a cheese board, or cooked and made into decadent desserts.

Quince
Once cooked, the quince reveals itself as a delightful,
rich, sweet-tart treat.
