As the seasons have changed dramatically over the past couple of weeks so do our eating habits. We tend to change the way we eat and drink throughout autumn, as we introduce warming stews, hearty meals, and comforting hot drinks.
The month of September has a food and drink round-up which incorporates all the above but also a few foodie treats, an autumnal cookbook and some fantastic drinks.
September – Fabulous Food
FATSO, Drunk’n Monkey
This limited-edition, dangerously moreish tropical and tipsy number is ready and waiting for you tuck into. The finest Colombian 60% dark chocolate is drowned with spiced rum, cheeky banana chips are added, and a little kick of salted crackers. What’s not to love! Priced at £7.25 (150g) from Sofatso, Delli Market, Holly & Co and selected retailers.
White Rabbit, GF Frozen Pizza & Dough Balls
The gluten free innovators, White Rabbit focus on bringing the most delicious, no compromise Italian dishes to the supermarket shelves. Including, a trio of brand-new frozen launches, with two amazing pizzas; Chicken & Chorizo and Prosciutto Ham & Mushroom, along with Sourdough Doughballs & Roasted Garlic & Herb Butter! Available from Tesco, priced between £3 – £4.50. Find out more at White Rabbit Pizza Co.
Indulge, Crunch Corn Nibbles
Packed with protein and fibre (and low in salt), they’re bold on flavour and big on crunch. Originally created as in-flight snacks, they’ve got that addictive, moreish quality that makes them hard to put down. Furthermore, flavours include, Smokehouse BBQ: Sizzling Spice, Sour Cream and Tex Mex Cheese. Priced at £7.98 (8 x 20g bags), from Amazon.
More September Food Ideas
HECK! New Sausages and Sausage Rashers
Sizzle into Autumn with a tasty new trio of HECK! goodness. They’ve turned up the heat this season with Pork & Cheddar Sausages, Steak & Butter Sausages, and Chicken Italia Sausage Rashers. Bring on the cold nights, pass us a bread roll along with some fried onions and we might consider sharing! Available from various supermarkets including Tesco, Morrisons, and Ocado. Priced from £3 – £3.50. Visit Heck Food for more info.
Baker’s, Frozen Gourmet Cookie Dough
Inspired by America’s beloved cookie dough tradition, Baker’s brings an elevated indulgence to the UK with four nostalgic flavours. Including Double Chocolate Chunk, Oat & Sultana, Snickerdoodle, and Brown Butter Chocolate Chip. Moreover, each pack contains eight perfectly portioned dough pieces meaning fresh-baked cookies, whenever you fancy them. Priced at £8.99 from Baker’s.
Sultry Syrups This September
LAKRIDS BY BÜLOW, Liquorice Syrup
Following popular demand, Danish confectionery brand LAKRIDS BY BÜLOW is reintroducing its delicious and versatile SYRUP, inviting Brits to rediscover liquorice in new and creative ways. Designed to enhance dishes and drinks with a liquorice twist, the LAKRIDS BY BÜLOW SYRUP adds a touch of gourmet craftsmanship to everyday creations. Priced at £8.95 from Lakrids by Bülow.
The Groovy Food Company, Organic Date Syrup
The Groovy Food Company’s 100% natural Date Syrup is made from premium UAE dates. Firstly, this alternative to sweetener is rich, nutritious, and perfect for drizzling over yoghurt and pancakes. Secondly, ideal for using in marinades or baking. Thirdly, every bottle contains 30% recycled plastic and is fully recyclable. Priced at £2.80 from Tesco, Ocado, Waitrose, and Groovy Food.
Seductive Soft Drinks and No Alcohol
SipZen, Sparkling Tea
SipZen, is a functional wellness brand rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine, designed to restore balance in the body. With sparkling teas that are perfect for ‘on the go’. Additionally, packed with a range of adaptogens and nootropics, vegan, no added sugar, low calorie, and gluten free. Flavours include Assam Melody & Melon, and Snecha & Yuzu. Priced from £17.50 (6 x 250ml cans), from Drink SipZen.
TENZING, Peach & Honey Melon
The Pioneers in natural energy, TENZING are bringing a new flavour into its line-up of plant-based energy drinks; Peach & Honey Melon. Fruity, refreshing, and powered by plants, it’s designed to deliver all the energy, none of the crash. In addition, TENZING is a proud B Corp, and the first carbonated drink globally to introduce on-pack carbon footprint labelling. Plus, they source ingredients responsibly with Rainforest Alliance. Priced at £1.99 (1 x 330ml can), £6.40 (x 4), £19.99 (x 12) from Waitrose, Amazon, and TENZING.
Clean Co, Clean R
Drink this alcohol free spirit just as you would a classic rum. Uniquely, Clean R offers notes of caramel, apricot, vanilla, star anise, ginger, orange, pimento, and cinnamon. Perfect for an alcohol-free mojito or your favourite rum-style pour. It leaves a smooth and warming finish. Priced at £16 from Clean.Co.
Belvoir Farm, Sparkling Cherry & Raspberry, Passionfruit & Mango
No Added Sugar Sparkling Cherry & Raspberry and Sparkling Passion Fruit & Mango are delicious drunk on their own or as a healthier mixer. With no added sugar, 45% real fruit juice, and nothing artificial, plus 100 calories per 100ml. Available from Sainsbury’s and Waitrose. More info at Belvoir Farm.
Awesome Alcohol
Prime Time Beers, Pear Lager
Brewed with juice from British-grown nashi pears, naturally rich in vitamin C and polyphenols, Prime Time Pear balances a crisp lager base with a juicy hint of sweetness. At just 95 calories and 1.7g sugar per can, it contains 24% fewer calories and 83% less sugar than other 4% ABV fruit beers, while remaining gluten-free and vegan-friendly. Priced at £2.15 (330ml can) from Prime Time Beers.
Tûn Brewing Co., Two New Beers
Two brand new launches from Tûn Brewing Co. including, a New Zealand Session Pale Ale, and an Irish Stout. Firstly, Little Monster from the Id (4% ABV) with ripe stone fruit and tropical hops notes, plus citrus and malt. Secondly, Daradach (4.5% ABV) is a rich and smooth Irish stout with roasted coffee, dark chocolate and toasted grain for a creamy mouth feel. Priced from £7.95/£6.95 ( 2 x cans) – £71.95/£62.95 (24 x cans), from Tûn Brewing.
September’s Comforting Cook Book
Comfort In One, by Hari Beavis
Renowned for her down-to-earth approach and irresistible flavours, Hari brings you a collection of heart-warming meals that require just one pan, pot, tray or tin.
Each dish comes with handy alternative ingredient suggestions, allowing you to adapt to what’s already in your store cupboard and tailor your meals to any craving or dietary preference. From speedy suppers to slow-cooked comfort classics, you’ll find inspiration for every mood and occasion.
Recipes include:
Green Goddess Winter Pie – a nourishing, flaky-crusted delight
Rosé Wine Prawn Pasta – effortless elegance in one pan
Chorizo and Manchego Red Pepper Traybake – bold flavours with zero fuss
Slow Cooker Birria Tacos – tender, melt-in-the-mouth goodness
Pumpkin Risotto with Bacon and Walnut Crunch – seasonal indulgence at its best
Mozzarella, Peach and Prosciutto Salad – sweet, salty perfection
Lemon, Olive Oil and Thyme Cake – tangy and aromatic, all in one tin
With 90 soul-soothing recipes that champion simplicity and flavour, this cookbook invites you to relax, dig in, and discover how easy it is to whip up truly comforting meals. Let Hari Beavis guide you to your new favourite dish – one pot at a time.
Priced at £26, available in Hardback by Carnival, from Quarto
September Food & Drink – Words by Rachel McAlley / @LadyRach
