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Strawberry loaf
This loaf is fresh, moist and tastes like strawberries.
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Gather round
Gather round
It’s time to celebrate those family traditions, or even discover some new ones, Penelope Maguire writes.
Christmas in the old countries
Christmas in the old countries
Many of our Christmas traditions come from the northern hemisphere where temperatures plummet in the festive season.
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The wine to take into that (fleeting) sun on the deck
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The wine to take into that (fleeting) sun on the deck
Welcome to the final column before the short Christmas-New Year break for Fresh.
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Party predicament
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Party predicament
Jo Elwin shares three of her tried and true recipes she knows guests love to enjoy again... and again.
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Time to start thinking festive fare
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Time to start thinking festive fare
With the end of the year fast approaching, Annabel and Rose Langbein share two recipes perfect for Christmas lunch or a festive celebration this summer.
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Dandan pork noodles
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Dandan pork noodles
Dandan noodles are a Chinese noodle dish from the Sichuan region.
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No-churn cherry and pistachio ice cream
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No-churn cherry and pistachio ice cream
This no-fuss, no-churn ice cream brings together the sweetness of cherries, the crunch of toasted pistachios and a hint of rose for something a little exotic.
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Seasonal Kiwi bubblies to enjoy
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Seasonal Kiwi bubblies to enjoy
I have been sitting on several reviews for bubblies, waiting for December when demand really takes off.
Food inspired by summer
Food inspired by summer
If you are craving the sun, sea and salt air that comes with a holiday by the sea but cannot quite get there, Donna Hay’s latest book will certainly put you in the mood
Savouring the joys of Christmas Yoghurt bark
Savouring the joys of Christmas Yoghurt bark
Make the most of Christmas, don’t waste it, write the folks at Love Food Hate Waste.
Lamb a popular Xmas choice, but prices are up
Lamb a popular Xmas choice, but prices are up
Lamb is taking centre stage on most Christmas tables around New Zealand this year, according to an online survey from Retail Meat NZ. But it comes at a cost.
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That's the spirit
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That's the spirit
With cocktails riding a wave of popularity right now, how do you pair these drinks with food as the Christmas entertaining season gets into full swing?
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Festive snacks with (easy) star power
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Festive snacks with (easy) star power
Year-end gives us reason to celebrate, and it has been a year so yes, please, pour me a drink. And let’s splash out on accompanying snacks.
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Branching out from Marlborough sauvignon blancs
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Branching out from Marlborough sauvignon blancs
Marlborough may be the engine room of New Zealand’s sauvignon blanc production, but it would be remiss to ignore the variety from other parts of the country
Feeding the soul with flowers and food
Feeding the soul with flowers and food
The festive season is a time when author, photographer and illustrator Kate Williams finds herself leaning into the textures and tones of a more traditional, northern-style Christmas.
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Strawberry oat crumble
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Strawberry oat crumble
A deliciously simple slice that tastes of summer.
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From Christmas table to Boxing Day brunch
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From Christmas table to Boxing Day brunch
This is a Christmas table designed for flavour, flexibility and ease, keeping the good food and good times rolling.
Cooking an escape from busy life
Cooking an escape from busy life
Christmas is fast advancing, and what better time to get out the chocolate recipes - chocolate banana bread for Christmas morning breakfast, anyone?
Tips for stress-free Christmas cooking
Tips for stress-free Christmas cooking
British food writer Georgina Hayden of The Observer provides tips and tricks for stress-free Christmas cooking.
