Is there anything that signals the end of summer and start of autumn more than apple (or pumpkin) picking?

It's the definition of 'peak Fall' isn't it.

We don't get around to doing it every year but I was determined to get out to a local orchard this year and collect some bounty for turning into all our favourite appley desserts.

Tarte tatin, dutch apple cake, spiced apple beignets - what would take your fancy?