Golden opportunities

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

SERVES 8 | PREP 10 MINS PLUS COOLING | COOK 20 MINS | EASY 10g butter, softened, for brushing200g plain flour, plus extrafor dusting100g polenta1½ tsp baking powder200g caster sugar1 large orange, zes

Hunker down this autumn with warming recipes from The Farm Kitchen, a gorgeous new recipe book that celebrates the seasons, by Abby Allen of Pipers Farm in Devon.

It’s what everyone’s been waiting for… sensational roasts and vegetarian showstoppers arriving at the table with a flourish

Have lots of foodies on your gift list? Treat your friends and family to these thoughtful edible homemade gifts