October, 2025
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Northern Hemisphere
As autumn settles across the Northern Hemisphere, October brings with it a comforting shift toward earthy, warming flavours. The air is cooler, apples and pears fill the markets, and mushrooms and root vegetables take centre stage. This month’s recipes capture that cosy seasonal feel, from rich seafood chowders and hearty venison pies to golden pumpkin gnocchi and spiced pear desserts. Whether you’re simmering a game stock or baking a classic apple cake, these dishes are made for gathering indoors and savouring the deep, mellow tastes of fall.
Southern Hemisphere
Down south, October signals spring in full bloom and is a time of freshness, colour, and lighter cooking. The markets brim with tender greens, early zucchini, asparagus, and bright herbs, perfect for revitalising the table after winter. This collection celebrates that renewal, featuring delicate courgette flowers, silverbeet rolls, beetroot risotto, and vibrant seafood stews. Desserts lean toward fruity elegance — from fig tarts to strawberry panna cotta — ideal for warm afternoons and alfresco dining. It’s the month to cook with optimism and enjoy the flavours of a new season unfolding.
Recipe Ideas
Spicy Coconut Pumpkin Soup with Scallops and Prawns
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 30 minutes
Recipe
Cauliflower and Chickpea Koftas
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 15-30 minutes (dependent on if you are preparing it as a starter or main dish and choice of cooking method)
Seasonal Recipe Ideas
Sarah's Seasonal Recipe List has been updated with great ideas, which can be found below. Also, we have the October's guide to the best seasonal produce. It is our "What to eat now" guide for those who are looking to get the most out of their local ingredients. There are Northern Hemisphere and Southern Hemisphere articles.