Black Forest Mousse Cake

Whipped cream and chocolate curls crown layers of chocolate cake, Morello cherries and chocolate mousse. Look for sour cherries preserved in light syrup in jars at delis and supermarkets. If you prefer not to make the chocolate curls, just grate 2 oz (60 g) chocolate instead.

Cherry-Berry Bannock Shortcakes with Maple Toffee Sauce

This twist on strawberry shortcake uses sweetened mini versions of bannock, a traditional aboriginal bread, in place of the usual biscuits. The maple-kissed toffee sauce adds an extra Canadian touch.

Lemony Angel Hair Pasta With Pan-Fried Chicken

Seasonal sweet cherry tomatoes add the perfect dose of freshness to this simple lemony pasta.

Pan-Roasted Cherry Tomatoes With Zucchini And Corn

This deliciously saucy combination of late-harvest vegetables is delicious as a side with just about any grilled or roasted meat, or spooned over your favourite hot cooked pasta.

Warm Goat Cheese & Cherry Tomato Dip

Warm Goat Cheese & Cherry Tomato Dip

Italian Cornmeal Cookies

Known as zaletti, these classic Italian cookies boast dried cherries and cranberries are equal parts crispy and crunchy. 

Thimble Cookies

You can substitute jam for the red and green cherries but don't fill the centres until just before serving.

Roasted Cherry Tomato Skewers and Potato Skewers

With all the vegetables on sticks, eating them becomes really kid-friendly. To prevent skewers from burning, soak them in cold water for 30 minutes before using.

Classic Empire Cookies

Served with a cup of tea, these tender sugar-cookie sandwiches – crowned with pieces of candied cherries – are a truly Victorian treat.