Patrice Gaffaney finds an Aussie ecowarrior chef.

Everything is on a huge scale in Dubai, discovers Peter Feeney.

The Block NZ 2012 winner Ben Crawford and his girlfriend Kylie are building their dream home. Share their proud moments and pitfalls here every week.

French food and wine are the tops in Noumea, finds Sarah Lawrence.

The angels sing for Leena Tailor as she pairs good wine with good food.

Many will remember Russell Dixon as TV3’s affable, clean-cut weather presenter from the mid-2000s who dabbled in theatre.

The first mouthful of Gareth Stewart's chocolate pudding had me close to tears. I've been lucky enough to eat a lot of delicious meals this year, but this was one of the most wonderful desserts I'd had in a long time.

Bevan Hurley sees stars over millions of light years from one of only four dark-sky reserves on Earth, from Mt John Observatory, near Lake Tekapo.

Pies have come a very long way from the flat, greasy petrol-station staple, finds Alexia Santamaria.

Nordic style is easily embraced, writes Ben Crawford.

Lingerie to purr for, says Leigh Matheson.

Karena and Kasey Bird salute their mother’s home-cooked treats.

Bellarine Peninsula is a one-hour drive southwest of Melbourne. It's known for its stunning coastline and historic sites and is home to some of Victoria's most spectacular seafood, wineries and food trails.

Actor Wayne Hapi is a force of nature says Barney McDonald

‘That Guy’ introduces Delaney Mes to his quirky combination Lork roast.

Sarah Lang salivates over the delights to be found at Wellington on a Plate.

A well-tailored suit is for life, says Leigh Matheson.

Eat first and exercise later, but make sure it’s somewhere different, says Ben Crawford.

Karena and Kasey Bird give thanks for their eventful year.

Wiki says this fitness plan is ‘designed for the average Joe and Jane’ but is structured to be challenging. Once you have got the hang of the exercises, you can improvise using equipment you have at home or that’s at the local park.