10 Must-Try Recipes from Food & Wine’s October Issue Chris Lehoux, September 16, 2025 Our October issue features a delightful array of fall recipes, perfect for adding comfort and ease to your weeknight meals. This issue not only celebrates seasonal cooking but also showcases our annual recognition of Food & Wine’s Best New Chefs, featuring their top favorite quick recipes. Here’s a collection of ten must-try recipes that are sure to become your go-to this season: 1. One-Pot Chicken Arroz Caldo (Filipino Chicken and Rice Porridge) A comforting Filipino porridge enriched with ginger and chicken fat, perfect for a cozy meal.Get the Recipe 2. Chicken Thighs with Tomato-Pepper Sauce This one-pan dish features crispy chicken thighs in a creamy pepper sauce brightened by sherry vinegar.Get the Recipe 3. Bucatini with Shiitake Cream Sauce A luscious pasta dish with an umami-rich sauce made from mushrooms and Italian sausage.Get the Recipe 4. Double-Chocolate Brownie Cakes These decadent desserts combine the best of brownies and chocolate cake, easy enough to make for any occasion.Get the Recipe 5. Cheese Tarts with Bacon and Fingerling Potatoes A delicious appetizer or main dish featuring puff pastry topped with cheese, bacon, and potatoes.Get the Recipe 6. Roasted Squash with Spicy Nori Butter Acorn squash tossed in a savory nori-infused melted butter, providing a unique and tasty side dish.Get the Recipe 7. Steak with Miso-Pistachio Romesco Juicy steak is complemented by a rich, miso-enhanced romesco sauce for a delightful dinner.Get the Recipe 8. Flounder with Lemony Butter Beans Poached flounder served in a lemony sauce with tender butter beans for an elegant meal.Get the Recipe 9. Choripán (Argentinian Chorizo Sandwich) A flavorful sausage sandwich topped with chimichurri, a classic beloved in Argentina.Get the Recipe 10. Coconut Banana Pudding A fun twist on traditional banana pudding combined with Vietnamese flavors, resulting in a rich and creamy dessert.Get the Recipe For further inspiration, check out the full article on Food & Wine. Enjoy cooking and savoring these recipes this fall! About the Author: Chris Lehoux Meet Chris Lehoux, an experienced wine connoisseur and dedicated blogger with a deep passion for all things wine-related. With years of expertise in the industry, Chris shares insightful wine reviews, valuable wine tasting tips, expert pairing advice, and captivating tales of vineyard visits. Join Chris on a journey through the world of wine, where every sip is an adventure waiting to be savored! Wine