Coq au Vin (Chicken cooked in Wine)
Coq au Vin is a classic French dish of chicken cooked in red wine, a surprisingly easy way to make delectable chicken. I delved into several recipes and love this one best. One tip from Julia Child is...
View ArticleHello Rosie
Hello Rosie is a wholesome combination of crunchy nuts, sticky fruit and delicious chocolate made the old fashioned way. It’s the eighth in a line of delicious slices from Sean Armstrong’s Loaf...
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Fresh Air: Love a bit of fun!
My “Fresh Air” segment of our fresh.co.nz website is all about foodie reviews to help you find that must-have new supermarket product, the best restaurant, maybe the perfect takeaway joint....
View ArticleIndependence Day food
Today is July 4th which in America is Independence Day (like Waitangi Day for us Kiwis). So break out the Apple Pie, Fried Chicken and grits and do something proudly USA this week. Celebrational days...
View ArticleCrisp Roast Pork Belly
You can’t beat a good roast pork! NZ Roast Day is coming up soon on Sunday 4th August. The lovely thick layer of fat on pork belly keeps the meat really moist as it roasts, and also gives you an...
View ArticleCream Cheese and Pepper Pinwheels
A yummy appetiser that is quick and easy to make ahead of time. Not only do these peppery pinwheels look pretty as part of a party platter, but they taste perfect too! Serves 8 – 10 You Will Need: 2...
View ArticleSelf Saucing Chocolate Pudding
Ahhh… Nana’s house in the 80s. She made the most delectable self saucing chocolate pudding. As it baked, the chocolatey, spongy, saucy, aroma filled the house. Such a kiwiana dessert treat. This recipe...
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Paneton perfectness
At Paneton Bakery, they aim to share their love of food and passion for quality with all New Zealanders. To let people taste the difference and share the experience by letting them do the making and...
View ArticleHomemade Biscuits
Why not bake these fabulous biscuits for the family? These are scrumptious are great either iced or un-iced. Homemade cookies? Priceless… Serves 20 You Will Need: 100 g butter, softened ½ c sugar 1 egg...
View ArticleRocky Mellow
Let the kids help make their own treat and pick their favourite colour. You will need. 2-3 Weetbix 1cup Coconut ¾ cup Sugar 1cup Flour 150g Butter 2Tbsp Cocoa Topping - 2Dsp Gelatin 2C Sugar 1C Boiling...
View ArticleMarshmallow Shortcake
Kids of all ages love this classic childhood favourite. Serves 12 You Will Need: Base: 1 Tablespoon cocoa 1 cup flour 1/4 cup sugar 225g butter, melted 4 Weetbix, crushed 1 cup coconut Marshmallow...
View ArticleBig gay cupcakes
These sinfully delicious cupcakes will make your gay day. Whip them up to celebrate New Zealand’s big moment to shine – same sex marriage day. A perfect indulgent treat. We love the addition of the...
View ArticleLemon Yoghurt Cake
Because this lemon yoghurt cake uses oil instead of butter, it’s very easy to mix in a bowl using a whisk or fork. Of course, you can always use a food processor. Lemons are everywhere come NZ winter...
View ArticleBananas Foster
Bananas Foster is a slice made using bananas and dark rum. This recipe uses a cream cheese icing. Created in 1951, it was named for Richard Foster, former New Orleans Crime Commission chairman. You...
View ArticleChocolate Potato Truffles
Chocolate truffles made with potato? Crazy! But this truffle recipe is a winner. People will be blown away when they are nibbling away on your wee truffles and you tell them it is chocolate mixed with...
View ArticleLolly Cake
Lolly cake is a Kiwi tradition. Lollies used in the recipe are Fruit Puffs which are like firm, but slightly chewy, fruity marshmallows. Malt biscuits and coconut finish off the masterpiece. To make...
View ArticleGrilled Steak with Pitango Portobello Mushroom (Soup) Sauce and Crispy Potatoes
Here’s a fantastic recipe idea for Father’s Day for steak using Portobello Mushroom soup. Serves 2 Potatoes 300g baby new potatoes ½ tsp salt 3T olive oil 3 cloves garlic 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary 2...
View ArticleHot Baked Cheese Dip
A hot baked cheese dip recipe made with cheeses, sour cream, ham ,and peppers served with seasonings and bread. You Will Need: 2 cups mild cheddar cheese, shredded 250 g cream cheese 1 ½ cups sour...
View ArticleFunky Fondue
The retro fondue is back! This is a more modern twist on the fondue of old. It’s now called Italian Hot Cheese Dip thanks very much, says kiwi food magician Julie le Clerc. Serves 8 The scrumptiously...
View ArticleTropical Nights Chocolate Sauce
This mind-blowingly good chocolate sauce is purely an Adults Only treat! With some nice, cold vanilla icecream, this chocolate sauce recipe is a real winner. Serves 8 TROPICAL NIGHTS CHOCOLATE SAUCE,...
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