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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Strawberry loaf
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Strawberry loaf
This loaf is fresh, moist and tastes like strawberries.
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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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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.
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
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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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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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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.
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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?
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?
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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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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
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.
Festive fare: Our writers share their best Christmas recipes
Festive fare: Our writers share their best Christmas recipes
Keeping it simple, using the best produce you can afford and a little imagination is all that's needed to create a special time for friends and family.
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Job on French vineyard forged path for winemaker
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Job on French vineyard forged path for winemaker
A trip to France changed Ben Leen’s life in more ways than one.
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So many avenues to learn new things about wine
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So many avenues to learn new things about wine
I'll never tire of the fact that in wine you are always learning.
Reinventing menswear
Reinventing menswear
Fresh takes a closer look at some of the menswear designs on show at the 35th annual Collections fashion runway event at Otago Polytechnic last week.
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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Broccolini, toasted garlic, chilli and lemon
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Broccolini, toasted garlic, chilli and lemon
Local broccolini is in abundance right now - utterly delicious, tender and full of flavour.
A DIY approach to feeding the whānau
A DIY approach to feeding the whānau
Angela Clifford is well-known to people with a passion for food.