Tools of the tasty trade

Whether you consider yourself a talented chef or a humble home cook, having the right equipment makes cooking so much easier, and enjoyable. Investing in some key tools for your kitchen that you will use nearly every day is a clever move, and the right quality will last the test of time. Here […]

Inhale, exhale

The human body is a clever thing. Every day, and every night, our respiratory systems are working hard, keeping the oxygen flowing and quite simply, keeping us alive. In day-to-day life, people most commonly breathe short and shallow. While this is adequate to get the oxygen through us, it is not optimal breathing […]

Imagine your home improvements

Albert Einstein once said: “Imagination is everything. It is the preview of life’s coming attractions.” Add a bit of inspiration to the mix and that’s exactly what you get when you visit a home show, albeit a preview of a home’s potential attractions. Canterbury is lucky to have two home shows annually, including […]

Spring greens and ricotta quiche: Nicola Galloway

Ingredients: Crust: 3/4 cup (110g) white flour 1/2 cup (50g) rolled oats 1/3 cup (50g) pumpkin, sunflower or sesame seeds 1/2 teaspoon salt 75ml extra virgin olive oil 1 small egg Lemon juice if needed Filling: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 leek (or 4 small), roughly chopped 4-5 large leaves of silverbeet, stalks […]

Say yes to catering: YesChef Events and Catering

Imagine your sparkling event where the flavours of the world arrive, well not exactly in a glass coach with Cinderella ensconced, but in a gorgeous caravan towed by global foodies whose passion for creating taste experiences is only equalled by their willingness to bring them to you, wherever you are. Envisage a Food […]