Quick comfort food recipes | Under-£100 home buys | Cord dresses

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3 Italian-inspired comfort food recipes that take less than 20 minutes in the kitchen

Summer didn't fade out this year so much as get washed away in a sudden thunderstorm. But autumn's abrupt arrival isn't all bad news – it means we can barrel headfirst into comfort food season. Of course, everyone has subtly different opinions about what constitutes comfort food. For some, there's nothing more comforting on a grey autumn day than a warming curry, while others prefer a classic savoury pie. Others believe a comfort meal is incomplete without a retro dessert like fruit crumble to finish.

For Warwickshire-based content creator Hari Beavis, accessibility is one of the most important ingredients in any comfort food recipe. She's built up a devoted fanbase thanks to her easy "comfort food for the soul" recipes, which she shares across Instagram (272,000 followers) and TikTok (518,500 followers and counting). Many of her recipes require surprisingly little time in the kitchen, and overall her focus is on wholesome, country living-inspired dishes that will make you feel nourished rather than sluggish. Here, Beavis shares three Italian-style recipes from her debut cookbook, Country Comfort. Each recipe requires only 20 minutes in the kitchen, and where possible a list of alternative ingredient swaps is provided – reducing the risk of having to make a last-minute dash to Tesco Express in the rain. It's the little things.

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the house of bloc / £18.99

glass coffee cup

Available in five statement colours, this glass coffee cup will look just as good on your kitchen shelf as it will when filled with your morning flat white

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La Mer / £350

the rejuvenating night cream (60ml)

Containing a gentler alternative to retinol, this luxurious moisturiser speeds rejuvenation night after night for firmer-looking skin

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Looking for a new season take on your trusty Sambas? Let us introduce you to this premium leather pair, which are as comfy as they are chic

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bouclé throw

Autumn is officially here, but if you're holding out on putting your heating on for a little while longer, this cosy throw will keep you warm in the interim

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colour mascara

Ready to head back to the 90s? This green mascara will make brown eyes pop but also comes in neutral shades for those not ready for a dose of nostalgia

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Always need something sweet after dinner? Try this rich dark chocolate bar which has notes of dried fruit, apricot and hazelnut

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Not sure what to wear? These 9 corduroy dresses will get rid any cold-weather styling stress

As the chilly weather starts to roll in, we're on the hunt for the perfect dress to see us through any occasion. To that end, we're here to sing the praises of the corduroy dress, the unsung hero of autumn/winter fashion. Soft and velvety, corduroy is a fabric that provides just the right amount of insulation to keep you cosy without feeling bulky.

The best part? They require minimal effort to look delightfully chic, making them an ideal addition to any cool-weather wardrobe. Incredibly versatile and perfect for layering, wear a cord dress over a ribbed turtleneck or under a cashmere cardigan. Pair with buttery leather boots for a laid-back vibe or accessorise with statement gold jewellery for a more polished look. Whether you're heading off to a casual weekend brunch, the office or out for the evening, a cord dress will see you through the season ahead. We've rounded up a selection of the best to shop now.

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