Taste of summer

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

INGREDIENTS 100g sourdough starter 380ml warm water 1 tbsp olive oil 2 tsp salt 500g strong white bread flour TOPPINGS 2-3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 3-4 ripe plums, stones removed and cut into quart

SERVES 8 INGREDIENTS 1 tsp unsalted butter, softened, for greasing the tin 1 lemon, for zesting 550g cream cheese 175g caster sugar 4 eggs 250ml double cream 4 tsp shop-bought vanilla bean paste 20g c

Leap into autumn with these delicious harvest highlights

INGREDIENTS 8 skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs 1 orange, zested and juiced 4 tbsp runny honey 2 tbsp dark soy sauce 2 tbsp chilli sauce, or to taste 2 tbsp rice wine vinegar 2 garlic cloves, minced 7g

Apples aren’t the only fruits that make a great tatin, pineapple is also fantastic and marries well with my love for spice. This is lovely served warm with whipped cream, custard or ice cream. SERVES