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    Savouring the joys of Christmas Yoghurt bark

    Yoghurt bark. PHOTO: ODT FILES

    Savouring the joys of Christmas Yoghurt bark

    Make the most of Christmas, don’t waste it, write the folks at Love Food Hate Waste.

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    That's the spirit

    Jack Foster is a master at pairing spirits with tasty morsels at Cardrona Distillery. Photos:...

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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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    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

    Photo: Simon Lambert

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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.

    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 without going anywhere.

    Gather round

    Photo: Penelope Maguire

    Gather round

    It’s time to celebrate those family traditions, or even discover some new ones, Penelope Maguire writes.

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    Strawberry oat crumble

    Photo: Simon Lambert

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    Strawberry oat crumble

    A deliciously simple slice that tastes of summer.

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    Time to start thinking festive fare

    Annabel (pictured) and Rose Langbein say the festive salmon dish is a stunning centrepiece. ...

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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.

    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?

    Speedy spaghetti

    Photo: The Observer

    Speedy spaghetti

    Mateo Zielonka’s killer way with pasta was inspired by a famous TV crime family, he tells Killian Fox.

    Too much ain’t enough love

    Too much ain’t enough love

    Jane and Jimmy Barnes’ Christmas recipes come from very different times - one is a treasured family recipe, the other learnt from a Kiwi a few years ago.

    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.

    Pre-dinner drinks

    PHOTO: MARK ROPER

    Pre-dinner drinks

    Cocktails are riding a wave of popularity at the moment.

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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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    From Christmas table to Boxing Day brunch

    PHOTOS: SIMON LAMBERT

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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.

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    Christmas roast - with a twist

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    Asian-style stuffed pork belly with miso mash and sesame slaw

    Crackling... need I say more? This Asian-style pork belly is your “with a twist” recipe for your Christmas roast.

    Chewy ginger & peanut caramel brittle cookies

    Chewy ginger & peanut caramel brittle cookies

    These Chewy Ginger & Peanut Caramel Brittle Cookies would make a great handmade Christmas gift.

    Summer slowdown

    Photo: The Observer

    Summer slowdown

    Summer’s early vegetables are best cooked at a pace in tune with the season, writes Nigel Slater.

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    Broccolini, toasted garlic, chilli and lemon

    Photo: Simon Lambert

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    Broccolini, toasted garlic, chilli and lemon

    Local broccolini is in abundance right now - utterly delicious, tender and full of flavour.

    Flavour first the Fatimas mantra

    Flavour first the Fatimas mantra

    Auckland's Fatimas, passionate about feeding people, sharing flavour and making food that feels good to eat, has served more than a million customers.
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