CUISINE RECIPES
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Wagyu Steak with Teppanyaki Vegetables
Japanese food can be very simple and I love the flavours and quick cooking style of teppanyaki for…
Curry Udon with Tofu Katsu
Japanese curry with crunchy katsu is super popular and delicious, but pre-made golden curry mixes…
Lotus Root Gratin
One of my favourite snacks at teppanyaki restaurants in Tokyo was sliced lotus grilled on the hot…
Stuffed Kabocha
I love roasting whole stuffed kabocha squash and a Japanese sticky rice dish such as kayaku gohan…
Oden with Squid & Homemade Fish Cakes
Oden is a simmered stew/soup with various components that soak up the flavours of the broth. The…
Home-Style
Inspired by the flavours of Japan, Fiona Smith makes warming dishes perfect for the home table.
More than a woman
Throughout the years chefs have created dishes inspired by famous women – Fiona Smith pays homage to some classics.
Best dressed
Whether they are the centrepiece or on the side, Ginny Grant’s fresh, seasonal salads are packed with the flavours of summer.
Nourish with Style
Fiona Hugues hosts a stylish menu to celebrate the best late-summer produce.
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…
Gold Standards
When bourbon producer Maker’s Mark found a Kiwi honey company with compatible…
Chocstock 2024: Beyond the Block
Prepare to delight your senses in a world of chocolatey goodness at Chocstock…
GUEST CHEFS RECIPES
Journey to Samoa
Travel through the food stories of Samoa with dishes by Henry Onesemo of Auckland’s Tala restaurant.
Simply Divine
Popular Asian flavours add an exciting twist to these luscious bakes by Wendy Lau of Folds Patisserie.
On the fry
Wellington chef Jonny Taggart brings a Native Canadian twist to New Zealand ingredients with his frybread tacos.
CUISINE CHOCOLATE
Chocstock 2024: Beyond the Block
Prepare to delight your senses in a world of chocolatey goodness at Chocstock festival in Wellington.
Chocolate Tart With Apricots
I like to use chocolate with around 50% cocoa as it is neither too…
Oaty Pear & Chocolate Cobbler
This is a delicious plant-based dessert, but you can use regular…
Plum & Dark Chocolate Mousse
Augustines of Central has captured the perfection of Black Doris…
CUISINE LUNCH
Asparagus & Lemon Ricotta Ravioli
This is such a ‘beginning of spring’ dish for me. The asparagus…
Baked Eggs With Broccoli, Cherry Tomatoes & Seaweed Polenta
This is a very simple but delicious combination that I cook for…
Oyster ‘banh Mi’ Sando & Japanese Milk Bread (Shokupan)
The katsu sando, short for sandwich, is traditionally made with a…
Spinach & Preserved Lemon Salad / Region: Morocco
This classic salad is prepared with spinach or with fresh mallow…
White Pizza With Kimchi & Shiitake Mushrooms Topped With Sweet & Sour Sesame Sauce
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Brussels Sprouts, Wild Rice, Pear, Blue Cheese, Pistachio & Lemon Salad
Brussels sprouts seem to be the problem child of the vegetable…
CUISINE DINNERS
Nga Soke Lo Ne Hin (Fish Kofta Curry) Burma
My grandmother taught me how to make this delicious fish curry. There…
Baked Flounder With Lemon Verbena Butter & Smashed Herby Potatoes
This is my current take on fish and chips. Not that I don’t love a…
CUISINE DESSERT
Blueberry & Blackberry Crostata
I have to confess, I’ve nearly eaten my body weight in blueberries…
Tomato, Herb & Goat’s Cheese Tart In No-Roll Cheese Pastry
I’ve used large tomatoes for my tart, but cherry tomatoes are fine,…
Saffron & Orange Blossom Ice Cream
Spice ice creams are wonderful accompaniments to fruity desserts,…
Garam Masala & Chocolate Chunk Cookies
When musing on spices and flavour I had an idea for a garam masala…
Chocolate Mousse For Lovers
A bounty of reputed aphrodisiacs – chocolate, cinnamon, cardamom,…
Brown Sugar Meringues With Chilli & Tamarind
Resolutely brown food, but with big, bold flavours. The meringues are…
Raspberry, Balsamic & Peppercorn Parfait
Black pepper has a deeply aromatic warmth – woody, floral, sometimes…
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Raspberry, Balsamic & Peppercorn Parfait
Black pepper has a deeply aromatic warmth – woody, floral, sometimes…
Nga Soke Lo Ne Hin (Fish Kofta Curry) Burma
My grandmother taught me how to make this delicious fish curry. There…
Pho (Beef Soup With Salad) Vietnam
You may well think a soup and a salad are an odd combination when…
Tahu Goreng Kacang (Fried Tofu With Peanuts) Indonesia
Sambal ulek may be purchased in jars from Asian grocery stores, but…
Beer-Steamed Clams With Corn, Miso & Chilli
This summery dish will become one of your favourites. Serve it with…
Burrata, Braised Green Beans & Almonds
Most of the time I like my beans a little squeaky and only just…