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Favourite rhubarb cake ever

I have made so many cakes and this cake is a winner. It could easily be used as a dessert and in summer you could easily swap out the rhubarb for the stone fruits and berries.

Quick asparagus with miso butter

I just can’t get enough of asparagus at the moment. One of the great things about this vegetable is that it takes minutes to prepare and minutes to cook. Asparagus loves a little butter...

Carrot and coconut cake

This cake is absolutely delicious. The simple combination of carrot and coconut works a treat. You should keep this recipe as it makes a wonderful cake for any occasion!

Gnudi with asparagus

Gnudi is a form of dumpling, similar to gnocchi. The main difference is that gnudi uses ricotta instead of potatoes.

Bits and bobs salad

This salad comes from looking in the cupboards and fridge and rummaging in the garden.

Russian apple cake

I love simple recipes like this. They are not only quick to prepare but also very adaptable.

Okonomiyaki pancake

These Japanese pancakes are popping up everywhere at the moment.

Russian apple cake

I love simple recipes like this. They are not only quick to prepare but also very adaptable.

Lime pie

Alison Lambert shares the recipe for a delicious pie.

Cabbage crisps

I don’t know why I haven’t done this before! These cabbage crisps have a slight nutty flavour and will take on a dusting of seasoning to lift them to another level.

Cabbage crisps

I don’t know why I haven’t done this before! These cabbage crisps have a slight nutty flavour and will take on a dusting of seasoning to lift them to another level.

Fresh truffle butter

Talk about being super excited and forever grateful on getting my hands on a fresh local perigord black truffle from Bannockburn, Central Otago.

Kale bread

This recipe from Alison Lambert ticks many boxes, as it’s great if you are gluten or dairy intolerant.

Roast pumpkin, leek and lentil salad

Salads like this are fabulous as you bring together flavours, textures and combinations that surprise.

Vegan broccoli, black bean fritters

Recipes that only use the florets of broccoli are great as you can get two dishes from the one vegetable.

Broccoli stalk slaw with peanut dressing

Broccoli stalk slaw with peanut dressing

The stalks of broccoli make a delicious salad — they are crunchy and nutritious and, perhaps best of all, you are not wasting any part of the vegetable.

Leek and potato gratin

Winter adorns our menus with more comforting dishes and flavours that mingle together nicely.

Buckwheat with autumn vegetables and pomegranate dressing

Salads need never get boring, as seasonal ingredients are just that — seasonal! Winter brings delicious flavours and textures which go great with grains. Don’t forget to add a punchy dressing.

Welsh rarebit

This recipe is a classic and one that works perfectly with the cooler weather. Sometimes you just want something cheesy and comforting — this ticks all the boxes.

Quick potato rosti

Potatoes are one of my go-to comfort foods. This simple dish works for brunch, lunch or dinner and to top it all off, you only need one pan!

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