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 […]
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 […]
Garden Bounty
Words Vicki Ravlich-Horan Images Ashlee DeCaires Dotted through Hamilton Gardens you’ll spot some of the healthiest Quince trees around and at this time of year they are laden. An ancient fruit, the quince has fallen out of favour in recent times, possibly due to the work involved in turning the rose scented fruit into anything […]
