Our Food

Q&A: Master caterer Tina Duncan' culinary wisdom
Renowned foodie Tina Duncan distils her 60 years of cooking (thus far) in a new cookbook.

Recipe: Harissa & Almond Stuffed Rolled Chicken Thighs
Chicken thighs stuffed with aromatic harissa, almond and apricot, rolled and wrapped in bacon, result in a succulent, full-flavoured festive showstopper.

Nicola Galloway: Deliciously edible gifts for Christmas
Because nothing says Christmas cheer quite like chocolate.

A summer of berries on The Food Farm
It just wouldn’t be Christmas without fresh berries adorning the desserts on the table.

7 ways to create abundant food
Rebecca Stewart explores the best ways to maximise food production on the block.

Nicola Galloway's summer-worthy scone recipe
Nicola harvests treasures from her own garden as well as her sister's to make this summer picnic-perfect afternoon tea.

Don't waste your carrot tops
Green carrot tops (sometimes called carrot greens or carrot fronds) are full of flavour and nutrition and very easy to use.

Recipe: Peanut Butter, Banana, Chocolate & Raspberry Loaf
This loaf makes a fantastic breakfast, lunch box filler or afternoon snack.

Nicola Galloway: Broad Bean, Avocado and Feta Dip
Nicola welcomes broad bean season with a delicious spring snack.

Recipe: New Potato Salad with Crispy Chorizo, Olives, Green Beans & Lemon Mayo
Chock-full of good stuff, this salad is a potluck winner.

This farm has a passion for pulses
In celebration of legume season, Angela Clifford shares the ins and outs of growing these fantastic crops.

Recipe: Mushroom & Caramelised Onion Paté
Earthy mushrooms combine with sweet, caramelised onions to make a moreish dip.

Scoop’d: Where to find the best ice cream and gelato around New Zealand this summer
You've got all summer to make your way through the best ice creams the country has to offer.

The Westport woman putting an award-winning twist on the classic Kiwi pie
Her business has outgrown its original pandemic-proof online-only model into bricks and mortar retail, with a commercial kitchen and 17 staff.

Recipe: Sauerkraut with Spring Onion, Radish, Chilli & Ginger
A staple sauerkraut loosely inspired by kimchi.

Recipe: Moroccan Preserved Lemons
When you have an abundance of lemons, preserve them in salt and add a versatile burst of flavour to many dishes all year round.

Martini magic: The key elements to making a truly excellent gin martini
The gin experts at Blackwell & Sons answer our pressing questions on martini-making

Four New Zealanders reflect on the treasured pavlova
Because as a group of New Zealand writers and creatives discovered, we all have a pavlova tale to tell.

Recipe: Apple Mint Kombucha
A refreshing summery kombucha that can be turned into delicious ice blocks.

Nicola Galloway: Flash-Cooked Asparagus and One-Jar Aioli
Nicola makes the most of the short and sweet asparagus season.

Why strawberry season is a favourite on The Food Farm
For Angela Clifford and her family, living on The Food Farm has been about appreciating the wonders of food and nature. Strawberries have been a key part of the journey.

Recipe: Ethiopian Carrot and Peanut Soup
This warming, nutritious soup is cheap, cheerful and easy to make.

Recipe: Honey Roasted kūmara
Grant Allen shares his roast kūmara recipe, which is topped with dollops of a sour cream dressing.

The classic American candy taking Christchuch by storm
One woman’s bid to replicate the old-fashioned nut brittle of her American youth has landed her a faithful Kiwi following.

Nicola Galloway: Slow-Roasted Hazelnut Milk
Nicola talks about the importance of shopping local and the deliciousness that comes with it.

Recipe: Kiwi Red Quinoa & Chickpea Salad
A wholesome salad that combines good-for-you greens with nutty quinoa and a zesty dressing, perfect with roasted game.







