Can you feel the crispy air and crunchy leaves? 

That’s right, autumn has arrived with all its coziness and golden light. And with its arrival comes a rich, colorful, delicious harvest that invites evenings to be shared around the table with loved ones. Now is the time to enjoy all the earth has to give us and savor every bite, sweet or salty. 

Are you excited to dive into the kitchen and cook some deliciousness this autumn? Check out what the season brings us, and get cozy!

Fruits

• Apples 
• Pears 
• Cranberries 
• Figs
• Pomegranates
• Citrus fruits (mandarins, limes, lemons, oranges)
• Dates
• Blackberry
• Strawberry

Vegetables

• Pumpkins & Winter Squash
• Sweet Potatoes 
• Brussels Sprouts
• Broccoli & Rapini
• Cauliflower
• Cabbage
• Chichories
• Edamame
• Leeks
• Mushrooms
• Avocado
• Zucchini
• Root Vegetables (like carrots and beets)

Curious to see which other fruits and vegetables are in this season? Check out the Seasonal Food Guide for the US, Canadian Food Focus for Canada, and EUFIC for Europe.

Remember, shopping locally is essential when shopping seasonally. Local produce depends a lot on the weather and other factors, so your region can have higher production of some produce than others. Looking to savor everything mother nature has to offer? Respect her time.

Now, the best part! It’s time to get inspired by using all the delicious produce available! Here are my favorite autumn recipes:

• Apple crumble
• Pumpkin soup (also check out our post on how to reuse all of your Jack-o’-Lantern)
• Roasted Brussels sprouts

What autumn produce or recipe are you looking forward to enjoying this season?