French High Tea in Merivale: Maison de Crepe
Whether you are popping in for daily coffee and croissant takeaway or a long lunch with the ladies, prepare yourself for a bit of an escape to France. Maison de Crepe’s menu is not just crepes – it is a celebration of French home cooking. If it is a drink you desire, there […]
Hot and Spicy in Methven: Nawab Eatery
Methven is certainly best known as being the gateway to the snow. However, the town has grown, and in the last handful of years it has become an all-season destination with activities such as jet boating, hot air ballooning, scenic flights and mountain biking. The latest addition to all the attractions is relaxing […]
The Best in NZ: The Elmwood
Excellent food and drinks, great service and an awesome team has led to back-to-back national hospitality awards for a thriving Christchurch suburban tavern. For the second consecutive year, The Elmwood Trading Co. has beaten record entries to win “Best Local” in New Zealand title in the independently assessed Hospitality New Zealand Awards for […]
A Taste of India: Dalchini
Cinnamon is commonly used both in the preparation of Indian and curry dishes and in spice mixes. It is one of the five basic whole spices in Indian cooking and its earthy and peppery flavour adds a sweet yet spicy taste to both sweet and savoury dishes. The Hindi word for cinnamon is […]
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 […]
Soak and Relax
Spa pools, hot tubs, and jacuzzis – they have several different names, but all lead to the same relaxation. Is a spa worth getting? That depends on how often you plan on using it. For most people, it is worth the money if used regularly, and maintained properly. Unused, it may prove an […]
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