Short Fresh: Autumn chill perfects flavour of persimmons

In now: The Australian kiwifruit season is short. Indulge in gold and green varieties now.

At its best: The flavour in persimmons builds as the difference between night and day time temperatures increases. Try a salad of sliced crisp persimmon with fennel and black olives.

Best buy: Jerusalem artichokes are harvested once the daisy-like flowers die down. They are in peak season now. They oxidise fast when peeled or chopped so drop immediately into acidulated​ water if you need them pale.

In the vegie patch: Collect fallen leaves to add to the compost and balance the green material provided by kitchen scraps and garden clippings.

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