New ZealandAdditives safe, say food makersThe council representing local food manufacturers has defended the use of controversial additives, including some that have proven negative effects in children.06 Nov 04:30 PM
LifestyleChampagne lifestyle of the world's food starsBen Bayly, head chef at Auckland's Grove restaurant, lines up with a VIP list of food stars from around the world for the Moet & Chandon Grand Vintage 2004 International Launch.31 Oct 10:00 PM
LifestyleEnergy drinks blamed for breakdownA mother has blamed her teenage son's secret energy drink habit for a breakdown in his mental health. He drank up to 16 cans a day.31 Oct 06:29 AM
LifestyleThe awards that name and shameToblerone chocolate has been named and shamed with an award for dodgy goods and services for claiming its bar has 16 serves - when there are only 15 segments.30 Oct 08:29 PM
OpinionSam Judd: Never underestimate the little peopleA Facebook campaign about plastic lollipop sticks has forced Chupa Chups to start a project that will change the product to a more sustainable material.27 Oct 04:30 PM
BusinessWhitebait festival runs at $100k lossThe much vaunted Great West Coast Whitebait Festival in Christchurch has left the Hokitika organisers $100,000 out of pocket.26 Oct 03:17 AM
New ZealandPressure on energy drink makersA spate of deaths in the United States linked to a highly caffeinated energy drink will be reviewed, and could lead to caffeine levels in such drinks being slashed here.24 Oct 04:30 PM
OpinionHelen TwoseSuccess: New direction revives tea sellerA shop's failure prompts decision to focus on online sales instead.21 Oct 08:30 PM
Opinion'Take the din out of dinner'Katherine Butler is sick of restaurant concepts. Why can't we just eat, drink and talk?15 Oct 08:46 PM
BDBDBanking and financeRaunchy Moa prospectus ads a 'first'Moa beer has used paid advertising in its prospectus - and the inclusion of certain ads and photos is raising some eyebrows.11 Oct 10:45 PM
OpinionDita De Boni: The sweet taste of death"Smoking, alcohol - is sugar the next thing we need to be saved from?" asks Dita Di Boni.11 Oct 08:30 PM
