Recipes and food news
Winter seafood and the role of a good fish stock
Tuck into some hearty seafood dishes this season and make them shine with home-made stock.
Comfort food from around the globe: What do other countries eat when it's cold?
Shepherd’s pie, Ukrainian borscht and other ideas for winter meals.
Recipe collections
Cauliflower tacos with cabbage slaw and walnut romesco recipe
These tacos are packed with flavour and super simple.
Lentil, pumpkin and lime pickle soup for your slow cooker
Gluten free, vegan and full of vibrant flavour.
Recipe: Slow cooker Shakshuka
This one-pot dish is packed with flavour (and it’s vegetarian friendly).
Crank up your slow cooker for this chicken, cashew and carrot curry
It’s a comforting (and easy) winter dinner.
Baking with feijoa
Feijoa season is upon us, so get baking with these cake, muffin and slice recipes.
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Easy summer recipes for lazy cooks
3 light, summery meals with minimal time, fuss and dishes required
The ‘whatever you have’ summer seafood barbecue
Whether it's fish, crays or mussels, this BBQ tastes great with any kaimoana you have
Recipes from Mainland
Roast vegetables: How to get the most out of them this winter
Roast veg are a winter pleasure that can be heightened with only a little bit of know-how.
Caesar Centenary: What's the story behind the famous salad?
Now considered a classic, who crafted the first rendition of this 100-year-old dish?
Cooking with orzo: Tips, techniques and delicious recipes
This versatile rice-shaped pasta is perfect for a variety of dishes.
Citrus, kiwifruit, tamarillos and what to do with them
Take advantage of the season and tuck into vibrant, nutrient-packed fruits.
Quick, nutritious, efficient: The magic of a microwave meal
From chocolate pudding to cost-saving, is this classic kitchen appliance underestimated?
Can you make pancakes without eggs? Yes, and here’s how
Find your perfect egg substitute and nobody need ever miss out.
What are the handiest kitchen gadgets?
These appliances are actually useful (and won't just gather dust).
Salt and pepper: All your seasoning questions answered
What’s the difference between them all and how should you use them?
Transforming cabbage: From bland to brilliant
Cabbage, often relegated to the sidelines, deserves a starring role in your kitchen.
More Recipes
Cauliflower tacos with cabbage slaw and walnut romesco recipe
These tacos are packed with flavour and super simple.
Homemade pies are worth the effort
With the right know-how, making your own is easier than you think.
From shapes and sauces, here's how to pick the right pasta
The relationship between shapes and sauces can make pasta even more enticing.
Lentil, pumpkin and lime pickle soup for your slow cooker
Gluten free, vegan and full of vibrant flavour.
Soup toppings do more than garnish - they can transform your meal
What goes on top of a soup can be as important as the soup itself.
Recipe: Slow cooker Shakshuka
This one-pot dish is packed with flavour (and it’s vegetarian friendly).
Pot-luck dinner parties are back on the menu
Can't afford to put on a comprehensive spread? Consider the classic pot-luck.
Crank up your slow cooker for this chicken, cashew and carrot curry
It’s a comforting (and easy) winter dinner.
It’s all gravy: Fail-safe tips for a perfect sauce
A tasty gravy made from roast drippings is a glorious thing. Here’s how to get it right.
Potatoes: Mashed, roasted or rosti-ed, here's how to perfect each one
Three spud-tacular ideas for this Kiwi pantry staple.
Mum’s the word: 8 options for a surprise breakfast in bed
Don't overthink it. Try these tips for getting breakfast just right.
Cauli-power: The best cauliflower recipes
It’s come a long way from being boiled and bland - look what cauliflower can do now.
Cost of living: Tasty mince recipes to help save money
When the budget is tight, it’s mince to the rescue.