“Holiday Season” is synonymous with “Feasting Season” in our book. Whether you’re hosting a socially distanced gathering, or intimate dinner for two, (or one, let’s be honest), now’s the time to enjoy Washington’s autumn bounty to the fullest. Check out our round up of local-ingredient forward dishes for cozy cooking sessions at home.

The arrival of pear season is the ultimate beacon of autumn. Simultaneously crisp and creamy, pears are the cool weather answer to summer peaches. As with most fruit, we wholeheartedly approve of the gobble-while-juice-runs-down-your-chin method of consumption, but pears are a wonderful ingredient too! Check out our recipe round up for creative kitchen inspiration.

In our opinion, sandwiches are a perfect food. You’ve got your protein, you’ve got your veggies, and of course, your healthy starch, bread. In a sandwich, you enjoy this power trio in each bite, in addition to your favorite sauce or cheese... Yum. Elevate your lunch game, check out our sandwich recipe round up, inspired by Tall Grass Bakery’s marbled rye bread.

Sauteed Apples with Brandy from Farmers Market Cooking by Sally Ann Berk

Chef Tamara Murphy’s Apple Relish

Potato Patties With Egg and Asparagus

Warm up with this tasty Lamb Meatball and Vegetable Soup.

The perfect Sunday dinner: Roasted Chicken with Vanilla Bean Butter Sauce