Recipes

A Few Halloween Treats
While Halloween is not traditionally celebrated in New Zealand, it is harder and harder to avoid it if...
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Garden greens and ricotta gnudi with sage butter sauce
We make this often, as our garden gifts us with an abundance of leafy greens all year round. Any greens...
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Sticky Hoisin Meatballs with Noodles and Broccoli
Images Brydie Thompson
If your family love spaghetti and meatballs try this Asian inspired twist. I love...
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Wholesome Black Bean Nachos with Cashew Cheese
Healthy Kelsi: Simple, vibrant plant-based food by Kelsi Boocock, photography and recipes by Kelsi Boocock,...
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The Shack’s Chilli Crunch Rice
Recipe Justin Thomson, Images Brydie Thompson
We featured Justin from the Shack’s Chilli Crunch Rice in...
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Gnocchi with Capsicum Ragu
The perfect meat-free meal the whole family will love. This dish uses ready-made gnocchi, something I...
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Best Dressed Salads - Back to Basics with Brad
Words Brad King, Images Brydie Thompson
The onset of spring means that the ground is starting to...
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Cashew Curry Lamb Shanks
Recipe Vicki Ravlich-Horan, Images Brydie Thompson
Whenever we have Indian takeaways, my order is predictable—onion...
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Chocolate and Pear Puddings
Pear and chocolate—always a winning combination! This easy pudding is quick to whip together and the fudgy...
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Poaching an Egg - Harriet's How To
Words Harriet Boucher, Images Brydie Thompson
As a chef, people are always asking me for cooking tips....
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Apricot and Almond Pudding
Recipes Vicki Ravlich-Horan, Images Brydie Thompson
The addition of ground almonds to this super simple...
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