Bring on winter favourites
Tucking up inside with a hot bowl of tasty soup, gorgeous gooey pasta or mouth-watering pizza is one of the good things in life during cold, wet days. Even better is that many of these winter favourites don’t take long to make, especially with a bit of forethought, and creative pantry shelf stocking. […]
Location, ambience and fine cuisine
Canterbury’s hospitality industry is buzzing again and we’re spoilt for choice with so many amazing food and beverage options. If you’re thinking romantic, picturesque lake views and sunsets, check out Lake House Restaurant and Bar on the edge of beautiful and serene Lake Hood in Mid-Canterbury. With its stunning covered and heated deck […]
Chunky shortbread toffee bars
Courtesy of Simple Wholefoods. Makes 16 large bars 24 small bars or 48 bites Ingredients BISCUIT BASE 2 cups raw cashews 1 cup coconut flour 1/2 cup pure maple syrup 6 tablespoons melted coconut oil 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract TOFFEE LAYER 2 cups pitted medjool dates 1/3 cup almond butter 1/4 cup […]
Premium cider crafted with care: Seismic Cider
From the humble apple comes the delicious, refreshing beverage – cider. Growing in popularity every year, Kiwi’s are loving the options, including the expertly crafted Seismic Cider range. To find the best, you don’t need to look far. Local experts Seismic Cider is a family-run, boutique cidery tucked away in the idyllic Horotane […]
Indulge in high tea: In Situ Cafe
Sipping coffee in a cafe, and catching up for brunch, lunch or high tea with friends and family are very much a part of today’s urban culture. So too is having healthy food and beverage choices. In Situ Cafe is a local favourite for coffee, eats and treats, and has now added ‘High […]
Divine city dining: Fiddlesticks
An inner-city dining dream. Fiddlesticks is the perfect spot to indulge in delicious food and fabulous drinks while soaking up a warm and welcoming atmosphere. More than just a dining experience, the restaurant is a destination in central Christchurch, with a talented team of chefs and staff to match. The brand-new menus are […]
Cooking in season
The seasons have changed, and we are officially entering the cold and cosy months. In New Zealand, we are lucky enough to have a delicious array of fresh produce grown throughout the year. However, some fruit and veggies only grow their best during specific seasons. Eating seasonally is beneficial for a few reasons, […]
Evocative Hellene cuisine: The Athens Yacht Club
If you have ever been fortunate enough to have lived or spent time in Greece (Hellas), then you come to know that to the locals, food and family go hand in hand. Sacrosanct to the Greek family is the Sunday family meal – that special time in which sitting down and catching up […]
Blend away the winter blues
With summer a distant memory, we needn’t drop the good habits we developed to get that ‘summer bod’. Smoothies are a nutritious option, and with a myriad of blender options available, you can easily blend on the go from gym to office, or use something a little more hardy to create an ‘insta-worthy’ […]
Breakfast with a nutritious punch: Waihi Bush
Health doesn’t have to be complicated. In fact, it can be as simple and delicious as enjoying a warming bowl of porridge with your morning cup of tea. Breakfast is an easy meal to make super nutritious. Consuming products with health benefits in the morning will set you up for the day feeling […]
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