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Lighter, low-alcohol wines still pleasing to the palate

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Lighter, low-alcohol wines still pleasing to the palate

It is clear from the sales of the Nolo (No or Low Alcohol) wines that more people are looking to moderate their intake of alcohol.

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Roasted root vegetable salad with herby lentils and goat’s cheese

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Roasted root vegetable salad with herby lentils and goat’s cheese

This hearty winter salad brings together roasted root vegetables, herby lentils and creamy goat’s cheese.

Sustainable fashion movement gains momentum

Precious Collaborative founder Claire O’Connell shows off the first coat which sold for $10,000....

Sustainable fashion movement gains momentum

A local collaborative has caught the interest of philanthropists across the country who are dropping tens of thousands of dollars in the name of sustainable fashion.

First cookbook features popular ‘go-to meals’

Olivia Galletly lives and breathes all things food but she thinks of herself first and foremost as a home cook.

Ending the plastic deluge

Ending the plastic deluge

Richard Thompson did not plan on becoming the world’s foremost expert on microplastics.

Dive into dog registrations offers glimpse into family history

"Twinkle B" and "Jack B", John Burn’s Pomeranians. PHOTO: WAITAKI MUSEUM & ARCHIVE AND...

Dive into dog registrations offers glimpse into family history

Chloe Searle followed a lead all the way to the dog.

Cold shoulder tells story of people’s past

A reconstruction of the burial of Princess Ukok. PHOTO: GETTY IMAGES

Cold shoulder tells story of people’s past

One of my most memorable cruises as a guest speaker took us to Kerch, where today Putin’s infamous bridge links Russia to the Ukraine.

A week’s worth of treats

Raspberry and pistachio date cookies. PHOTO: PENELOPE MAGUIRE

A week’s worth of treats

I’ve come to realise, somewhere around the cusp of 40 years old, and after years of trying not to, that I can’t go a day without a treat. And honestly? I am so OK with that.

Popping with authenticity

A scene from Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters. PHOTO: NETFLIX/TNS

Popping with authenticity

When South Koreans start to obsess over a movie or TV series, they abbreviate its name, a distinction given to Netflix’s latest hit KPop Demon Hunters. The American-made film is now...

Espaliering routine in amenity horticulture, food production

An espaliered flowering quince, Chaenomeles cathayensis, in the pergola garden. PHOTO: GREGOR...

Espaliering routine in amenity horticulture, food production

"Espalier" is a French word used to describe the practice of growing plants along structures of support, such as trellises or walls, primarily for aesthetic value.

Your garden

Home grown potatoes. PHOTO: GETTY IMAGES

Your garden

What to do in your garden this week.

Savvy Otago Uni students growing, hunting and gathering

From left: Jake Corney, Cam Pooley, Angus Henry and Kieran Halforty. Photo: RNZ

Savvy Otago Uni students growing, hunting and gathering

Four Otago University students are saving hundreds of dollars by growing, hunting and gathering their kai.

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Puketapu puts it in perspective

It’s steep and potentially punishing, but also quite dreamy.

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Puketapu puts it in perspective

Hmmm... being human. Sometimes it’s a right pain, isn’t it?

Forecasts for ash included

Kaimondake is known as Satsuma Fuji — the Fuji lookalike of the Satsuma (Kagoshima) region. I...

Forecasts for ash included

Guidebook writer Craig McLachlan revisits Japan, where tourism is booming, in search of less well-known places to visit.

Nature’s perfect formula

Nature’s perfect formula

Women have everything they need to care for their baby, and the planet.

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New plant climbing the ranks

Monstera obliqua, more commonly known as Monkey Mask. PHOTOS: ALISHA SHERRIFF

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New plant climbing the ranks

Alisha Sherriff gives us the lowdown on Monkey Mask, the house plant of the moment.

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Max flavour in just one pot

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Max flavour in just one pot

One of the most useful cooking lessons Annabel has imparted upon Rose is being kitchen savvy.

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Central Otago Young Viticulturist winner announced

Carrick vineyard manager Damon Lovell. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

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Central Otago Young Viticulturist winner announced

Every year I bring attention to both the Young Viticulturist and Young Winemaker competitions as these young men and women are the future of our wine industry.

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Winter vege salad with green tahini dressing

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Winter vege salad with green tahini dressing

This vibrant winter salad brings together golden roasted cauliflower and crisp Brussels sprouts, paired with smashed chickpeas, tender kale and toasted almonds.

Tribute to culture

Carolina Doriti has travelled the Greek Islands, exploring each island’s unique culinary traditions and meeting local cooks and producers.

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Ghosts in the chorus
No time wasted, no time to waste
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New home captures forerunner’s ‘lovely feel’
Myths, a ghost and a parting
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Making it worthwhile

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