Melt-in-your-mouth treats: Mrs Dentons

Any stress will certainly melt away with a taste of the pies at Mrs Denton’s takeaway cafe and deli on Kendal Avenue.   Any stress will certainly melt away with a taste of the pies at Mrs Denton’s takeaway cafe and deli on Kendal Avenue. Owner and consummate pie maker Delwyn Lanauze relishes baking her […]

Tempting Tummy Warmers: Gorgeous Food

Nothing is more life affirming in chilly autumn weather than tummy-warming food, and JoAnne Fryer and her team at Gorgeous Food know just what hungry customers want to get them through their day.   The retail shop is situated right next door to the bakery, and every morning the kitchen’s fair buzzing with activity as […]

Catering to the crowds: Halswell Bakery

Whether you’re hosting an event or planning a picnic for Cup Day, the talented team at Halswell Bakery can provide fresh, delicious catering to suit any requirements. From tasty club sandwich platters, bacon and egg slices, mini quiches and savouries to yummy birthday cakes, donuts and sweet treats, everything is freshly handmade on-site. They are […]

Christmas mince pies Recipe

Festive Feasting: Christmas mince pies Recipe

Christmas mince pies are a festive favourite for foodies. Why not add this to your silly season spread?       INGREDIENTS NZ Christmas mincemeat 175g raisins 150g sultanas 100g mixed peel 150g currants 30g blanched almonds 1 lemon, grated zest and juice 1 orange, grated zest and juice Quarter cup brandy Quarter cup sherry […]

Mrs Dentons

Creatively clever eats: Mrs Dentons

Living on the Chatham Islands for many years pushed Delwyn Lanauze to be creative with the resources she had at hand. This might go some way towards explaining the clever flavour combinations of the pies she has lovingly made in her café and bakery, Mrs Dentons, at 168a Kendal Ave, Burnside. Venison, raspberry and cream […]