September might be an in-between month, but when October rolls around we think it's high time to fully embrace cosy autumn. It's the season of hearty stews, soups and braises, warming dishes perfect for the chillier nights. Root vegetables like butternut squash, pumpkin and heritage carrot are coming into their peak, alongside mussels and pears. See all the seasonal delights in our guide and whip up a squash feast with our recipe collection – we're starting with Will Bowlby's creamy butternut squash makhani.