Zesty lemon cheesecake

A dessert or a treat, this recipe only takes 30 minutes to make and is fresh, tangy, and oh so tasty – a cheesecake that promises comfort in the form of classic flavours. INGREDIENTS | Makes 16 pieces Base 250g packet malt biscuits 100g butter, melted Lemon Topping 250ml thickened cream 250g cream […]

Hot cocoa-buie

When it’s chilly outside, there’s nothing better than settling in with a hot cup of cocoa. Sometimes, though, we crave a more grown-up twist to this classic favourite, which is often as simple as just adding a tot of rum or whiskey to your mug. Other times, we want something extra special. When […]

Irish lamb, barley and potato stew

This tender lamb dish from Olivia Andrews’ Slow Cooking is every bit as good whether cooked in the slow cooker or stovetop. Comforting, affordable and convenient – this hearty recipe nourishes with ease and style. SERVES: 4 Preparation time: 5 minutes Cooking time: 71/4 hours (slow cooker), 11/2 hours (stovetop) INGREDIENTS 2 Tbsp […]

Feijoa and almond shortcake recipe

The Kiwi fixation for feijoas shows no signs of abating. Can you hear that sound? It’s the sound of feijoa trees up and down the country groaning under the weight of their generous and ripening bounty. That’s right, it’s feijoa season. Suddenly, the small, green rugby-shaped fruit are everywhere. People leave boxes of […]

Herb-crusted Roast Lamb with seasonal vegetables

Warming with a kick, this deliciously herby recipe puts a tasty twist on a typical roast meal. Ingredients • Lamb rack 1 lamb rack 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 Tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped 2 Tbsp fresh thyme, chopped 1/4 cup breadcrumbs 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard 2 Tbsp olive oil Salt and pepper, to […]

Panna Cotta with Arpeggio Ganache

Makes 6 portions Prep time: 90 minutes Chill Overnight Courtesy of Nespresso & Ben Bayly. Arpeggio ganache 200ml cream 160ml milk 2 x 40ml Espresso extractions Arpeggio 80ml egg yolk (room temp) 40g sugar 290g dark chocolate 5g leaves gelatine (bloomed in cold water) Place cream, milk and Arpeggio into a pan and […]

Peanut Chocolate Avocado Bars: Two Raw Sisters

Ingredients 1/4 cup cacao powder 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted 1/4 cup peanut butter 1/2 avocado 1 tbsp maple syrup Pinch of sea salt Method Add everything to the blender and blend until smooth. Line a loaf tin with baking paper and pour the chocolate into the lined tin. Place in the […]

Super soups

  Warming, refreshing, delicious and simple to make, soups are a true one-pot wonder, and just as we embrace the cooler weatherof winter, it’s time to embrace creativitywith your winter soup repertoire. Here is Metropol’s round up for some easy soup-spiration for the cooler months ahead.     GREEN GOODNESS Eating your […]

Favourite foodie ‘grams

When it comes to meal inspiration, one place you can always count on finding something new is the internet. And in particular, Instagram is establishing itself as a hub not only for recipe sharing, but for bringing food lovers together to indulge in all things edible. ALEX’S KITCHEN STORY @Alexskitchenstory Kiwi-in-London Alex […]

Chocolate & almond butter swirl brownies

  INGREDIENTS For the chocolate batter 200g dark chocolate, chopped into 5mm chunks (150g for melting, the rest for the top) 100g coconut oil 100g white spelt flour 100g golden caster sugar ½ tsp baking powder 2 organic eggs, or 8 tsp flaxseed 1 tsp vanilla extract or paste For the almond […]