Our Food

Pair the catch of the day with a sweet twist on a summer salad.

This salad works really well at this time of the year with BBQ chicken, fish and grilled pork chops.

Even city dwellers can forage for edible finds with a few rudimentary guidelines to keep the tummy happy and the neighbours sweet, says Lucy Corry

This dark chocolate brownie is topped with a baked plum purée filling.

The problem with this invasive weed is that it's so delicious.

Make summer fruit and veggies last through winter with these simple preserving techniques, including low-sugar options for fruit bottling and jams.

There's nothing better than homemade tacos made with fresh ingredients (and a generous sprinkling of smoky chilli)

Any berry will work in this seasonally delicious slice.

Mela has been keeping New Zealanders sweet since 2004. Now a second generation of makers is forecasting great things for the Wairarapa brand’s cider and single-variety apple juices.

One foodie describes it as the spice an angel would sprinkle from its wings.

It's time to get creative when the beans are running rampant.

This Mediterranean-inspired salad is packed with barbecued flavour.

These pretty little desserts don't need any baking.

NZ Life & Leisure columnist Polly Greeks is building an off-grid mudbrick home in the Far North. The family of four’s pizza oven is not just a luxury, it’s an essential part of life.

This farming family grows asparagus and strawberries — the food manifestations of spring and summer. But Horowhenua’s Lewis Farms is a year-round operation.

This juicy steak and a zippy salad are guaranteed to impress at your next barbecue.

Don't let excess berries go to waste this season.

These fresh salads will add colour, nutrition and flavour to any meal.

Add pan-fried haloumi to make this fresh summer salad a meal.

This pancake recipe is designed especially for campside cooking.  The dry ingredients can be combined ahead of time, for easy preparation while on holiday.

Make the most of cherry season with these festive treats.

Ever wondered why some people seem to have a knack for baking? Ruth Pretty shares some pro-tips.

These decadent nibbles are not your average snack ball.

The perfect gift – homegrown strawberry jam with a slosh of bubbles.

Who says dessert can't be made on the barbie?

Campside cooking shouldn’t be limited to scroggin and dehydrated meals. So say the authors of a new illustrated cookbook that encourages trampers to try more adventurous fireside recipes such as fondue and sangria.

Eat, drink and be merry with this show-stopping, fuss-free feast designed to delight family and friends.

The man behind Barker's of Geraldine reflects on five decades of being in the sticky business of syrups, preserves and savoury spreads.

This showstopper celebrates the delicious union of sponge, homemade custard and fruit preserve.

These delicious fish cakes with herbaceous green sauce are perfect for a lunch or light summer dinner.

The parties and chaos over summer are a lot of fun, but also include tempting danger foods for your pets.

Ant and Lou Bentley from the Akaroa Cooking School share tips on creating canapés for summer entertaining.

Ant and Lou Bentley from the Akaroa Cooking School share three easy canapés to serve guests over the holidays.

You'll be the toast of the town with this pretty and pink cocktail.