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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.
![Comfort foods for winter: How to make hearty meals healthy](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Comfort foods for winter: How to make hearty meals healthy
Winter warmers can be nutritious too, explains Nikki Birrell.
![Vinegar 101: What to save on and when to splurge](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Vinegar 101: What to save on and when to splurge
What to do with the various vinegars and which ones are worth the expense?
![Fridge vs pantry: Where should you store spreads, condiments and chocolate?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Fridge vs pantry: Where should you store spreads, condiments and chocolate?
Should you refrigerate your tomato sauce?
![Warming winter beverages: The best drinks to combat the chill](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Warming winter beverages: The best drinks to combat the chill
Explore the spectrum of winter drinks from nourishing to those with a bit more kick
![Toast Martinborough is coming back, here's when it's happening](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Toast Martinborough is coming back, here's when it's happening
The popular Wairarapa wine festival is toasting the start of a fresh chapter.
![Quick, nutritious, efficient: The magic of a microwave meal](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
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](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Can you make pancakes without eggs? Yes, and here’s how
Find your perfect egg substitute and nobody need ever miss out.
![How to bake flawless scones every time](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
How to bake flawless scones every time
Learn fail-safe techniques and recipes for scone perfection.
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![Winter seafood and the role of a good fish stock](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
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?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
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.
![From groats to quick oats: Navigating your porridge options](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
From groats to quick oats: Navigating your porridge options
A guide to starting your day with a nourishing bowl of porridge.
![What are the handiest kitchen gadgets?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
What are the handiest kitchen gadgets?
These appliances are actually useful (and won't just gather dust).
![Transforming cabbage: From bland to brilliant](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Transforming cabbage: From bland to brilliant
Cabbage, often relegated to the sidelines, deserves a starring role in your kitchen.
![Cold season: Immunity boosting foods you should be eating this winter](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Cold season: Immunity boosting foods you should be eating this winter
What to eat to recuperate from illness (and stay well in the first place).
![Hearty Cheesy Meatball Bake](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Hearty Cheesy Meatball Bake
This recipe is perfect for those colder nights. Topped with Mainland Tasty Grated cheese
![Crispy parmesan potatoes](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Crispy parmesan potatoes
A perfect, no fuss main that is a hit for the whole family. We love this served...
![Grant Kereama’s special Matariki celebration meal](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Grant Kereama’s special Matariki celebration meal
The Sunday Series: A Matariki celebration meal with Grant Kereama.
![Loaded Kumara with Tasty Light](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Loaded Kumara with Tasty Light
A perfect, no fuss main that is a hit for the whole family. We love this served...
![Growing winter vegetables: A practical guide](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Growing winter vegetables: A practical guide
From kale to carrots, growing your own veg is rewarding.
![Cottage pie with cheesy pumpkin mash](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Cottage pie with cheesy pumpkin mash
Who doesn’t love a cottage pie in the midst of winter? Sweet pumpkin makes a colourful...
![Molten Chili & Garlic brie with Pastry Twists](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Molten Chili & Garlic brie with Pastry Twists
Christmas is here, and if you really want to impress friends and family whip...
![Whipped Feta Crostini with Smoked Salmon](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Whipped Feta Crostini with Smoked Salmon
Whipped feta on crostini topped with smoky salmon is the perfect snack...
![Chilli & Garlic Cheeseboard](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Chilli & Garlic Cheeseboard
Our new Chilli & Garlic Brie is the perfect combination of flavours.
![Quick winter pudding ideas (plus the magic of a mug cake)](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=808)
Quick winter pudding ideas (plus the magic of a mug cake)
When you need something sweet and comforting, fast.