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Serve these spiced lamb shanks with potatoes and naan
‘Love a double carb,’ confesses Nici Wickes.
‘I was a prime target for bullies’: Chef Peter Gordon on overcoming childhood challenges
‘I always preferred to bake a cake than run a mile.’
MasterChef's Poh: Confessions of a reluctant judge and serial cookbook burner
The Aussie show's Poh Ling Yeow on kitchen fires, emotional jam and her seduction dish.
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Culinary Fare draws in more than 500 young competitors from around NZ
"It’s hard, but that’s the beauty of it. If it was easy, you would get bored."
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Bistro bacon and tarragon chicken by Nici Wickes
‘This chicken dish never fails to have me in raptures.’
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?
Crispy is key - 'nobody likes a soggy sprout'
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How long does rice last in the fridge? And other pressing rice questions, answered
NY Times: Simple, common-sense guidelines to avoid getting sick.
Kim Knight: What to cook for dinner? ChatGPT says chocolate crumpets
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Are vegan sausages bad for you?
Stuffed with a litany of highly processed ingredients – should we be put off?
From shapes and sauces, here's how to pick the right pasta
The relationship between shapes and sauces can make pasta even more enticing.
'Cook in The Matrix' – Crouton creator becomes first Kiwi to win an Apple Design Award
A Christchurch developer's app is being used to showcase Vision Pro.
How to make smash banh mi tacos at home
Craving takeaways? Try out this twist on the smash taco trend.
The cold-weather wonders of a slow-cooker
You might be surprised about what your slow cooker can do for you.
Pot-luck dinner parties are back on the menu
Can't afford to put on a comprehensive spread? Consider the classic pot-luck.
Auckland's restaurant industry honours its best over King's Birthday weekend
600 guests gather for the annual Lewisham Awards
What can you grow in your kitchen?
Herbs and microgreens are easier than you think (and it's cheaper than buying them).
How to make cheeseburger sliders at home
Next time you get a cheeseburger craving, whip up these sliders.
Create and plate: Inside the kitchen with 50-50 head chef Helen Turnbull
The award-winning head chef shares some insight into her culinary world.
MasterChef insider reveals surprise judging detail
Have you ever wondered how the food stays hot?
Spy: Which A-list chefs will be having a snack-off?
Here’s what we know about the hot talent and sizzling stars.
Improvised dish a showstopper at special Waikato master chef contest
The Waikato Indian Cultural Society was blown away by Darshana Patel's creation.
Souffle wins inaugural carrot cook-off competition
The first-ever carrot cook-off in NZ saw a carrot souffle crowned number one.
Are Kiwis eating their corn wrong?
An expert pleads for no 'beaver action' as he shows off his refined corn-eating method.
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