COUNT YOUR CHICKENS
August 11, 2026
Chicken is the most universally popular of all meats. And deservedly so. A singularly versatile meal-maker, it features in such national or regional dishes as Arabian couscous, Hungarian chicken paprika, Florentine polla alla diavola, Indonesian sambal hati hati, Indian vind...
MID-WINTER MERRY MAKING
July 9, 2026
Throwing a midwinter Christmas/Matariki party is high on my celebration calendar this year. It will be a great antidote for the winter blues. I love a cheerful get-together with family and friends. And the cooler temperatures are more suited to indulgent dishes.Matariki is t...
Dishes With Love
May 3, 2026
Mother’s Day is a wonderful opportunity to show Mum your appreciation with delicious food. Preparing a meal at home adds a personal touch that a restaurant meal can’t quite capture. Breakfast in bed remains a timeless favourite — think eggs benedict, or fluffy pancakes...
EASTER ENTERTAINERS
April 2, 2026
Around the world, Easter is a time when traditional treats take pride of place on the menu.
Dried fruits and nuts feature in numerous Easter bakes. Hot Cross Buns, generally considered an English custom, combine spices with currants, peel and raisins. They were originally ma...
Hello Agaricus Bisporus
March 10, 2026
LARGELY LENTILS
March 9, 2026
Lentils are a nutritious versatile food. A key ingredient in soups, salads, sides, casseroles and savoury bakes, they’re ridiculously cheap and can be stored in airtight containers for months. Lentils are high in protein and fibre and low in fat making them a healthy subst...
BAKES YULE LOVE
December 9, 2025
The festive fruitcake as we know it today dates back to the Middle Ages. In the 13th century, dried fruits were transported to Britain from the eastern Mediterranean. As a result, breads became light fruit breads then morphed into rich fruit cakes to be enjoyed on special oc...
Potato Salad on Sticks
October 30, 2025
1kg small waxy (boiling) potatoes
Vinaigrette: 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Topping: 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed
2 tablespoons diced gherkins
1/4 cup each: chopped chives, flat-leaf parsley, fennel fronds
flaky ...
SAVOUR THE SIZZLE
October 30, 2025
My favourite animal is steak,’ quipped American writer Fran Lebowitz.
And yes, there’s nothing quite like a perfectly grilled beef steak. It’s ‘feel good’ food and it can be dressed up in so many ways — including served with a mushroom, mustard or...
CHINESE DELIGHTS
September 9, 2025
Our three-plus week stint in China was primarily to experience the history and culture and enjoy the stunning scenery. But I was also keen to discover if there had been any distinct changes to the cuisine since my last visit and to try something new. However, I wasn’t...
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