Oui … I’m Not French

Words and images by Fiona Hugues Au contraire! But after 25 years (or so) cohabitating with a bona fide, born and raised in a small village outside of Paris Frenchman, I think I have endured the right to share my stylist’s version of what is in fact, Frenchy and chic. To condense this gourmand saga, […]
Life’s a Brunch

Recipes and images by Fiona Hugues How I do love to attend a brunch soiree, as it leaves the rest of the day to do great things, undoubtedly fuelled by drinking bubbles at breakfast time. Hosting an early gathering is, however, the cause of much anxiety and heart palpitations among most, and there’s a few […]
Grilled Salmon Fillets with New Potatoes & Sticky Lemon Dressing

Words and Images by Fiona Hugues Grilled Salmon Fillets with New Potatoes & Sticky Lemon Dressing Citrus and seafood is a given, but this sweet and sour version makes it ever so summertime swanky. Don’t be afraid to try this lemony sticky vinaigrette with other types of fish and even chicken, and it’s great […]
Grilled Chicken Thighs with Heirloom Tomatoes, Feta & Sticky Asian Style Vinaigrette

Words and images Fiona Hugues Grilled Chicken Thighs with Heirloom Tomatoes, Feta & Sticky Asian Style Vinaigrette 8 chicken thigh fillets 2 large ripe heirloom tomatoes, sliced handful of cherry tomatoes, sliced in half 1 cup caster sugar ½ cup red wine or sherry vinegar ¼ cup white wine vinegar 1 tbsp sesame oil 3 […]
Essential Ingredients

Globe Artichokes I love them and wait all year to get some during their short season. Great in risotto, fish dishes, sautéed with cherry tomatoes, capers and basil. As a little snack with vino. Mix of breadcrumbs, garlic and parsley stuffed into each leave and then steam them in a pot with chicken stock. To […]
Meet the Nourish Team

The age-old saying ‘it takes a village’ couldn’t be more apt as we acknowledge the members of the Nourish Magazine team. Vicki’s ability to find, foster and attract talent has helped transform Nourish into a thriving and trusted, regional food publication that’s spent the last decade celebrating all things culinary in the Waikato and Bay […]