Volunteering gave me new confidence

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

Jamie Oliver is back and he has a new mission – to help us all eat better now, and as we grow older

Keep a level head in the kitchen with this easy, elegant menu from the unflappable North Yorkshire-based chef Ruth Hansom

By Charlie Tomlinson (wildroot.kitchen) Serves 6 | Prep 25 mins plus chilling | Cook 50 mins FOR THE FILLING 1 tbsp olive oil1 onion, diced4 garlic cloves, crushed10g fresh sage, finely chopped2 sprig

By Clodagh McKenna Serves 4 | Prep 15 mins | Cook 25 mins 50g vegan butter1 onion, roughly chopped1 potato, peeled and roughly chopped2 garlic cloves, crushed2 celery sticks, sliced1½ litres hot veget

Often, it’s the supporting roles that command the most attention – like these glorious starters, sides and sauces