Brilliant bakes!

They all started out on different paths – from sales offices to science labs – but each of these professional bakers found purpose and joy in baking. Here, they tell Jill Foster why it has become a passion that continues to nourish their souls

Happiness is a perfect pudding made with simple ingredients and a winning recipe, say the founders of Edinburgh bakery Twelve Triangles. Here, they share some of their favourite sweet treats

Torta di castagne, cioccolato e nocciole SERVES 6-8 Ingredients 250g cooked chestnuts150ml full-fat milk75g dark chocolate (70% cocoa solids),roughly chopped50g hazelnuts, toasted and chopped60g unsal

Now is the perfect time to prepare for the feasting ahead with these treats bursting with seasonal flavours

Get the mixing bowls out for traditional cakes and bakes that will fill your home with warming aromas as they cook

Celebrate National Baking Week starting 14 October with these timeless goodies