NEWS
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Karikaas Cheese / Vintage Maasdam
Paul Broughton is head cheesemaker at Remutaka Pass Creamery and owner of C’est Cheese, an artisanal cheese shop in Featherston specialising in New Zealand products. cestcheese.co.nz
Might I Suggest…
Navigating the wide diversity of chardonnay styles can leave the drinker bewildered – that’s why a skilled sommelier is your invaluable guide, says STEPHEN WONG, MW.
Flour Power
Beautiful cakes decked with fruit and flowers bring a touch of luxe in this extract from Cake from Lucie by Lucie Franc de Ferriere.
Partnerships
Functions & Events at Good Group Hospitality
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Metita: A Polynesian Love Letter
“Metita is a coming together of my Pacific heritage, my food journey and…
Ready to embark on a culinary journey like never before?
Swing by the Harbourside Sake Bar tucked away inside the iconic Harbourside…
2023 GUIDE
Dine Like a Local: Cuisine’s Guide to Aotearoa’s Best Bites. Explore a diverse range of restaurants – established favourites and exciting newcomers – all recognised for outstanding atmosphere, service, and delicious menus.
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Cuisine Good Food Guide Category Winners
Discover the best restaurants, chefs and innovators of the year across New Zealand’s culinary scene. From Restaurant of the Year to Regional, Metropolitan and Rising Talent, meet the award-winners shaping the future of dining out.
Cuisine Good Food Guide Destinations
Start planning your best-ever culinary adventures with Cuisine’s Good Food Guide Destinations. From casual to high-end global tastes to wineries that deliver a great menu or favourites we return to again and again, you are guaranteed a deliciously good time.
Zealong Tea Estate
The Zealong Tea Estate, located in Gordonton in the beautiful Waikato and just…
Krug’s Harmonious Symphony: A Culinary Overture with Onslow
In the realm of Champagne, the House of Krug has orchestrated a new chapter in…
Camellia Restaurant: A French Affair Amidst the Tranquil Tea Fields of Zealong
Nestled within the warm embrace of the Zealong Tea Estate, Camellia Restaurant…
Gold Standards
When bourbon producer Maker’s Mark found a Kiwi honey company with compatible…
RECIPES
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Coconut White Chocolate Cake
This cake is soft, moist, spongy and super easy to make! The cream cheese buttercream provides a…
Vegan Lemon Elderflower Cake
Incredibly moist and zesty, this was one of the first recipes I developed for the bakery because I…
Thai Braised Squid With Sticky Rice
Braising is usually a ‘slow cook’ method, but here it actually gives a quick result of tender squid…
Banh Cuon Salad
This salad has all the delicious flavours of banh cuon but without the hassle of making wrappers…
IN SEASON Avocados
Guacamole is great, but Jess Murphy looks past the 1990s with a selection of inventive uses for our beautiful local avocados.
Euro Classics, Kiwi Style
Josh Emett and Glen File bring you the best of Gilt – classic brasserie dishes with a whole lot of Auckland flair.
The Real Deal
Ready to jump into spring? Bold flavours are popping in this collection of recipes from Jude Messenger of The Bistro in Taupō.
TRAVEL
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Flight By Flight
Cuisine explores the fascinating art of the air sommelier – creating memorable moments for discerning travellers.
Flavourful Secrets
Kelli Brett explores gourmet trails and tasting tales on South Australia’s Limestone Coast.
An outstanding New Zealand farm-to-table experience at 30,000 FEET
This summer marks a notable return to form for luxury air travel, as Singapore Airlines reintroduces its esteemed First Class service to Auckland.
HOSPITALITY
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50 Years Of Sky High Hospitality
From caviar to conscious dining, Singapore Airlines celebrates half a century of inflight dining on routes from New Zealand.
Celebrating Excellence
We take a look behind the scenes to reveal why the Cuisine Good Food…
DRINKS
Explore the diversity of the Aotearoa New Zealand beverage landscape. From wine to cocktails, craft beers and everything in-between, the Cuisine drinks hub caters to all. Visit our Drinks hub here
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Might I Suggest…
Navigating the wide diversity of chardonnay styles can leave the drinker bewildered – that’s why a skilled sommelier is your invaluable guide, says STEPHEN WONG, MW.
Pouring With Purpose
Fuelled by the growth of wine tourism, wine is being positioned not just as a product but as a whole Hawke’s Bay experience.
Pristine Pinot Noir
With 2024 pinot noir hailed as something special, STEPHEN WONG, MW explains what makes a great vintage.
NZ Pinot Noir
I admit to questioning why someone would name a wine brand after something that inherently smells bad, such as a wet jacket.
NZ & International Pinot Gris
After a challenging couple of years for pinot gris in New Zealand we appear to have struck gold with the 2023 vintage.
NZ & International Other Whites
I’m constantly telling people that judging wine is difficult but, let me tell you, they’re not buying what I’m selling.
NZ Sauvignon Blanc
I always feel a tad intimidated when the topic of sauvignon blanc comes around.
Partnerships
Ready to embark on a culinary journey like never before?
Swing by the Harbourside Sake Bar tucked away inside the iconic Harbourside…
Gold Standards
When bourbon producer Maker’s Mark found a Kiwi honey company with compatible…
Zealong Tea Estate
The Zealong Tea Estate, located in Gordonton in the beautiful Waikato and just…