Simon Says: Q&A with Simon Gault
Metropol catches up with popular Kiwi chef Simon Gault to discuss his healthy new passion and his go-to comfort meals for winter. Where did your passion for food come from? From a young age, my parents both cooked; we always ended up with interesting stuff in our school lunches. They had friends in […]
The craft of cookware: local culinary experts Total Food Equipment share their passions
The season for hygge is well and truly here and, if you’re a foodie, or just someone who likes to get cosy with the family and a bowl of homemade soup, then a visit Total Food Equipment is a must-do before you hunker down. The store is a gorgeous trove of all things […]
A culinary crusade: cooking up your future with the International Culinary Studio
The International Culinary Studio recognises the number of people that love their jobs working with food and wish they could get qualified; the many enthusiastic amateurs, aspiring to a professional finish on their creations, if only fulltime work, family and other responsibilities didn’t take up all their time. The culinary studio can solve […]
Good to the bone: The Little Bone Broth Company
Catherine and Alex are the owners of The Little Bone Broth Company, which came to commercial fruition at the beginning of March. While they both have a passion for fitness and wellbeing (and bone broth it seems…!), Alex is a kick-ass cook with a passion for making food taste good naturally. This clever […]
Win with Metropol: Hellers winter soup packs
Nothing quite encapsulates winter the way hot soup does. Our friends at Hellers have developed a classic range of winter soups containing their renowned smallgoods. Four delicious flavours provide wonderful nourishment on a cold day and an amazing depth of flavour. Pumpkin & Smokey Bacon, Sweetcorn & Bacon Chowder, Spicy Tomato & Chorizo […]
Seaweed spectacular: the delicious nutritious delights of this oceanic gourmet ingredient
It enjoys a great reputation in the context of its relationship with sushi, and plays an important role in miso soup, but have you ever stopped to consider the real benefits of seaweed? Incredibly rich in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals, seawood may not be a pretty face but it’s got some incredible street […]
Feijoa paste: The Villas recipe series
Feijoa season is here and if you know of a pair of healthy and productive feijoa trees, why not make the most of nature’s bounty? Delicious with cold meats and cheeses, it will keep for months once bottled. Makes 800g. Ingredients 10 ripe medium sized feijoas (about 1kg) 3 cooking apples 600mls water […]
Taste of Tahini: inspiration for your culinary pleasure straight from the Mediterranean
Mediterranean fare has been catching global attention for the past few years and, although this cuisine has at its heart a myriad of geographical influences, one of its popular additions is standing out above the culinary crowd. A long standing staple of salad dressing and sauces made from toasted ground hulled sesame seeds, […]
The free range cook: one on one with Annabel Langbein
She’s one of the country’s most beloved cooks, with a cooking style that is as down to earth as her personality. Metropol talks to Annabel Langbein as she tours the country lending her talented hand to a range of worthy causes such as Life Education Trust Canterbury. How did your love of cooking […]
Win with Metropol: Annabel Langbein cookbook Essential Volume Two: Sweet Treats for Every Occasion
In Essential Volume Two: Sweet Treats for Every Occasion, bestselling New Zealand cookbook author Annabel Langbein shares her best-ever versions of just about every sweet recipe you could dream of. Featuring everything from nostalgic baking classics to modern vegan desserts, this comprehensive compendium is the only book you’ll ever need to bring a […]
