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Seasonal Food of the Week:

Pears

Another wonderful autumn treat, pears come in a range of flavours and textures and can be enjoyed in many different ways (other than as a delicious snack on their own). Exceptional when poached with red wine and vanilla, they are also stunning with chocolate as in the classic French dessert Poires Belle Hélène. Alternatively try them in salads or add to an after-dinner cheese board; they go particularly well with Pecorino or Roquefort.

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Artichoke, Beetroot, Butternut Squash, Carrots, Celeriac, Celery, Fennel, Kale, Kohlrabi, Leeks, Marrow, Onions, Potatoes (Maincrop), Pumpkin, Swede, Turnips, Watercress, Wild Mushrooms

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