Autumn in full swing. Pumpkins, squash, apples, and quince fill the market stalls. The first real kale arrives after the frost. This is the best month for batch cooking with root vegetables.
Seasonality varies by local climate and growing conditions. This calendar is a practical guide.
October highlights
Everything in season
23 in October
Herb guide
Fresh herbs sold in stores year-round, so they're not tied to a growing season.
Fresh Basil
Tear, never chop. The flavour is concentrated in the whole leaf. Add at the very end of cooking. Make pesto in batches while it's plentiful and freeze in ice cube trays.
Storage: Keep in a glass of water at room temperature, like cut flowers. Never refrigerate.