The Flavors of Fall

Well it’s that time of year again. It’s time to turn in the shorts and tank tops for jeans and sweaters. The time of year where that slight chill in the air makes for the perfect sleeping weather. When days get shorter and nights get longer. Yes, it’s safe to say that fall has officially arrived!

This weekend my family and I traveled up to Massachusetts to visit my brother and sister-in-law. As we traveled through the various areas of New England, you can’t help but notice that fall is in full bloom. Out the window, the road is lined with golden yellow, burnt orange and chardonnay red leaves that create this beautifully picturesque fall landscape. The local fruit stands that were selling blueberries and corn are now selling apples. And the quaint, Cap Cod homes of Massachusetts are now decorated with mums and pumpkins, replacing the tulips and roses that once lined the landscape.

But one of the best ways to officially mark fall’s arrival is not with the changing of the leaves, but with the changing of the flavors. The cool fall brings with it the warmth of delicious desserts like apple pie and gingerbread and the comfort of meals like pot roast and butternut squash soup. Pumpkin spice and cinnamon invigorate your senses and sweet cranberries bring a burst of freshness to the crisp air. Hot cocoa and warm apple cider soothe the soul and childhood favorites like s’mores and candy apples make you want to jump into a big pile of leaves. These are the flavors of fall that draw us all in from the cold, to the warm dinner table or the cozy fire.

So no matter where you are at this time of year, make sure you take a moment to enjoy all the wonderful flavors of fall, and of course, make sure you share them with the people you love.