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 […]









