A taste for tomato season
When tomato season arrives, it is a sign of warmer days ahead – as sunshine and higher temperatures are peak growing conditions for this favourite fruit. Wildly expensive out of season, tomatoes are a delightful summer ingredient for creating fresh salads, delicious sauces, and chutneys, as well as quick and easy snacks. But […]
Dukkah-baked salmon with herby salsa: Miss Polly’s Kitchen
Courtesy of Miss Polly’s Kitchen Serves 4-5, as a main Ingredients 3 Tbsp dukkah 2 Tbsp lime juice 1 heaped Tbsp honey 1 tsp cumin seeds 2 garlic cloves minced 1 kg (2 lb 4 oz) side boneless, skinless salmon Herby Salsa Juice of 1 juicy lime 1 tsp sugar 2 Tbsp pickled […]
The perfect match
Seafood is one of the great delicacies in the cuisine world and a special occasion meal is not complete without the perfect glass of wine to go with it. Here are some match-made-in-heaven wine and seafood pairings to try. Mussels —CHARDONNAY The flavour of mussels changes a lot depending on the cooking method. […]
Make it a date
Now that we can come and go as we please, it’s nice to mix things up when it comes to date night, and sometimes a night in is just what we need to connect with our loved one. Spring is in the air and with love following suit, there’s a chance to eat […]
Christmas at the Crowne: Crowne Plaza Christchurch
Crowne Plaza Christchurch is hosting their Christmas Day Buffet at Market Place Restaurant. All the joy of Christmas feasting but without the preparation – what could be better? Promising a day of decadence and relaxation, this December 25th Market Place Restaurant will once again be wrapped in seasonal decorations, full of holiday ambience […]











