A beautiful cookbook of hearty, comforting family recipes for the cosiest season. Food creator and TV and radio presenter Sam Nixon, a Celebrity MasterChef finalist, shares over 90 autumnal dishes, from warming soups, stews, pies and puds to festive favourites for Halloween, Bonfire Night and Christmas, celebrating the joy of slowing down.

Autumn is a beautiful cookbook featuring hearty, comforting, family recipes for the ultimate cosy season, including recipes from the cosiest seasons, Halloween, Bonfire Night & Sam’s famous Christmas Cake.

Sam Nixon, food content creator, TV and radio presenter and one half of the much-loved duo Sam and Mark, has always balanced life on screen with a genuine passion for cooking. After reaching the final of Celebrity MasterChef in 2015, that passion grew into a loyal foodie following who love his prep tips, wood-fired cooking and wholesome, fuss-free meals that anyone can recreate at home.

From golden September afternoons to crisp October evenings and festive winter celebrations, this book captures Sam’s favourite time of year. Inside you’ll find over 90 autumnal recipes designed for relaxed weekends, busy weeknights and special seasonal gatherings.

Cook and bake your way through:

• Hearty soups and slow-cooked stews
• Proper pies and comforting puddings
• Cosy midweek dinners for the whole household
• Halloween treats and Bonfire Night favourite
• Sam’s famous Christmas Cake!

 

With atmospheric photography and practical guidance throughout, this is a cookbook built for real kitchens and real lives. Whether you are planning a seasonal feast, cooking for friends, or simply craving something warming after a long day, these recipes are approachable, reliable and rooted in comfort.

More than just an autumn cookbook, this is a celebration of slowing down, gathering around the table and making the most of the cosiest months of the year.