An Artist in Her Element
Words Liz French, Images Brydie Thompson The work of Katikati artist Yana Meech strikes a chord with the many who meet her and her paintings at her studio, in galleries, or at art shows where she is regarded as a Top Ten Artist due to consistently high sales. The first time Yana exhibited at an […]
Peplers Fine Foods
Words Denise Irvine Images Brydie Thompson It is a testing time at Peplers Fine Foods, in the nicest possible way. The Te Kauwhata condiment company is trialling some new products, and this morning they’re lined up on the front counter for a run through. There are three vinaigrettes and two pastes, five helpings of flavour […]
Nurtured by Nature
Words Liz french, images Brydie Thompson It’s no secret that organically grown food is better for you and for the environment. One of the many attractions of Tauranga Farmer’s Market is the choice from certified organic producers. So … what defines organic food? Organic food is that grown without the use of synthetic chemicals, that […]
Rediscover Your City Centre
The city centre is changing and evolving. Yes, there’s still disruptions as major redevelopments take place and store occupancies begin to return to normal, but in amongst all this is an array of incredible eateries, boutique shops and businesses, passionate business owners and operators and great experiences for all. There’s some exciting new restaurants and […]
Everyday Eatery
Breakfast this morning is at Everyday Eatery, and it is a beautiful plate of guacamole, fried mushrooms, truffle mushroom puree, poached egg and lots of herbs, layered on sourdough: happily eaten in the brand new café at Hamilton Zoo, at Rotokauri. Everyday is in the zoo’s recently opened entry precinct; the low-slung building, designed by […]
Ukrainian Honey Cake
Bake for Ukraine Intro Vicki Ravlich-Horan, Images Ashlee DeCaires As we watch events unfold in Europe and the plight of Ukrainians, it’s hard not to feel helpless, but you can help. Sarah Stuart-Black, Secretary General at New Zealand Red Cross, says, “The situation in Ukraine has really touched Kiwis, who have generously supported our appeal. […]
Chocolate Cake with Orange Chilli Marmalade
This beautifully moist chocolate cake is a wonderful partner to Jane and Paul’s Orange and Chilli marmalade which beautifully balances the sweetness and gives you a jaffa hit with a twist. 1¾ cup flour 2 cups sugar ¾ cup cocoa 1½ tsp baking powder 1½ tsp baking soda ½ tsp salt 3 eggs 1 cup […]
Digging Up the Best in the Bay
Words Vicki Ravlich-Horan Like those enjoying a dip in the ocean, as the weather cools the number of visitors to the BOP dwindles to a hardy few. But could our region offer a treasure just waiting to be unearthed? Truffles, not the chocolate variety, but the prized fungi that makes chefs and gourmands swoon, are […]
Pickling History
Words Kate Underwood @relishthememory, Images Brydie Thompson Nana Dunn (or Great Aunty Melba) is 95 years old. She lives in Matamata and still pickles the odd onion but laughs at the thought that her humble recipe has become a thriving artisan food venture. Three years ago, her granddaughter Laura was gifted the secret recipe which […]
Market Regulars
Sometimes when Heather Taylor serves dinner at home, she’ll say to her husband John, “Everything on the plate is from the farmers’ market.” It could be fish, baby carrots, beans, broccoli and potatoes, and it sounds as pretty as a picture. Heather is a regular at Cambridge Farmers’ Market. She shops each Saturday for the […]