The fig season is short, so hunt down a few while they are around. If you can get them straight from a tree, even better. When they disappear, replace them with other seasonal fruit, such as pears ...

This fig and raspberry loaf is delicious with yoghurt or cream. Photo / Babiche Martens Suddenly, it’s autumn. Figs are now falling. Here are some of the best fig recipes to ease into the season.

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Line the base of a 20cm diameter springform tin with greaseproof paper and lightly grease. Cut six figs in half and arrange on the bottom of the tin, skin side up. Cream the butter and 400g of ...

So much symbolism, so much history. So many sexual connotations, too. Of course I'm talking about the fig - that wonderful, sensuous late summer fruit. In a stainless steel pot, simmer the marsala ...