VERY SOUPERSTITIOUS
Words and Images by Fiona Hugues In a world seemingly obsessed with health and wellness, somewhat boring broths and savoury soupy elixirs are appearing in all the bourgeoise spots frequented by the bendy fitspo crew (those active wear types all freshly unwound and retreated). Each to their own, but cynical me (who prefers a wild […]
Flatten Your Curve
Words Janine Tait For most of my career, I’ve been devoted to the world of skin health. I trained as a beauty therapist, then later as a nutritionist when I realised that I couldn’t truly transform skin by treating it from the outside alone. I needed to understand what was happening on the inside, too. […]
Somethin’ Somethin’ Good Going On
“Pretty speechless” is how chef Nathan Turley described his reaction to receiving his second People’s Choice Award during this year’s Flavours of Plenty Festival. Along with wife Ash, Nathan owns the Mount café Somethin’ Somethin’ Cafe whose Plenty O’Fish dish earned the most votes in the Plates of Plenty Challenge. Just a few weeks earlier, […]
FRUIT & NUT ANZAC SLICE
Recipe and images by Julie LeClerc This loaded ANZAC slice, which is like one giant biscuit packed with extras of dried fruit and nuts, and topped with a drizzle of chocolate is a more decadent, modern twist on the traditional ANZAC biscuit recipe. Makes 16–32 squares, depending on size 100g butter 2 tbsp (50g) golden syrup ½ cup (100g) caster […]
TEMPEH BALLS
Recipe and Image Amber Bremner These tempeh balls are a fantastic high protein stand-in for traditional meatballs, inspired by the classic flavours of Italian pork sausage. I serve these with spaghetti and marinara sauce as a familiar family-friendly meal that keeps everyone happy. They are delicious shallow fried but can be oven-baked for a healthier […]
Go Nuts!
Words Vicki Ravlich-Horan Want to go nuts? Try to work out if what you are eating is a nut, a drupe or a seed, and just for fun, let’s throw in some legumes. OK, so you probably know that peanuts are not nuts, but a legume that grows underground. If you ever get a chance, […]
A Winter Wardrobe
Words Vicki Ravlich-Horan Images Ashlee DeCaires Last year we moved house and embarked on a new renovation project. We had totally renovated our previous 1940s cottage, that when we began had no storage, not […]
Sustainable Shopping in the CBD
Whether you are looking to revamp the wardrobe or looking for an actual wardrobe, buying pre-loved is a sustainable choice. Vanessa Williams from the Hamilton Central Business Association says that “internationally conscious consumerism is a huge movement, and the CBD, with many independent stores, is a great place to see this grow”. Hamilton Central has […]
Expleo Kofta’s with Freekeh Salad and Fetta Dressing
Recipe by Vicki Ravlich-Horan, Images by Brydie Thompson Midweek Meals MADE Easy If you are looking for some midweek meal inspiration, a quick visit to Made in Hamilton East is the answer. With a butcher, a baker and pasta maker there is more than enough to fill your basket. Bring your own jars and fill […]
Creamy Pumpkin Pasta
Recipe by Vicki Ravlich-Horan, Images by Brydie Thompson Beautiful pumpkins are in season and at their best in autumn. My pick is a butternut, for the flavour and ease of peeling and chopping. But any pumpkin will work. extra virgin olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 1 sprig of rosemary, stalk removed and chopped 2–3 […]