The happy dairy
Sue Trafford of Charing Cross Cheesery says it felt like it could be a “cool adventure” when she and her husband Guy were invited to become part of the new Riverside Market in Christchurch. “To make the transition from food producers to food retailers was a real leap of faith, but it’s […]
Feeding the Soul
Early human civilisations viewed food as medicine. Today, taste and convenience trump nutritional objectives when it comes to our food. Yet as more of us are seeking healthier lifestyles, there’s a growing interest in nutrition. We check out a few of the most nutrient-dense foods and how to incorporate them into our […]
Top Picks
When it comes to summertime fresh fruit and vegetables, we Kiwis are truly blessed with the bountiful best. But what of late summer and beyond? Will there still be rich pickings? You betcha! Below is an A-Z of what’s on offer. A is for apple. Harvested between February and May, […]
A loveable rogue
Many try but few succeed to reach the holy grail of hospitality – longstanding popularity. Rogues of Rotherham has achieved just that: finding a place in the hearts of locals, it is also a destination for visitors; it is a mecca for those who love food, fine wines, and cocktails, but is […]
A sweet empire
Oonagh Browne’s love affair with chocolate has been more rich, intense and satisfying than for most. In fact, she says, it saved her life. We catch up with the queen of chocolate about why she believes eight cacao beans a day keeps the doctor away. Irish-born Oonagh had been climbing […]
Rude or romantic: you choose
Ooh la la, we’re turning up the heat this Valentine’s Day for you and your valentine next month. You’ll be thanking us later, after a night of indulging in aphrodisiacs – it won’t just be getting steamy in the kitchen. You can sink your teeth into something special, with two […]
The Great Gatsby Party 2020
Pull out your headbands and dust off your flapper dress because the exclusive Great Gatsby Party is back and better than ever. Whether you’re a glamour goddess like Daisy Buchanan, a people watcher like Nick Carraway or even if you just thrive off parties like Jay Gatsby, live out your Great Gatsby […]
Putting the spice into innovation
If you’ve made your way over to the Lyttelton Farmers’ Markets on a Saturday morning and noticed the ‘Bambina’, you’d be forgiven for thinking you were looking at your usual meaty sausage lying on a beautiful fresh bread roll. It’s not even clear upon tasting that this is, in fact, […]
Alternative spicy kimchi dogs
MAKES 3 INGREDIENTS For Kimchi Slaw: • 1 cup kimchi, minced • 1 medium carrot, grated • 1 cup grated purple radish, sliced • 1 cup red and white cabbage, chopped • 4 shallots, white and light green parts chopped • 2 tablespoons fresh coriander • ½ teaspoon salt For the […]
Be the hostess with the mostess: Total Food Equipment
Whether you want to make entertaining effortless or find the best gifts for the foodie of the family, Total Food Equipment has it all. Here are eight of our favourite tools for the job. Everything you need for a traditional Christmas Dinner to […]
