a fresh taste of summer - any time of year Learn how pressure canning zucchini and tomatoes with lemon zest and garlic preserves garden abundance into a versatile, flavourful pantry staple. Late summer on a rural property can feel like a race against the garden....
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Zucchini and Bacon Slice
HIgh Country staple - perfect for smoko or lunch, hot or cold There are some recipes that just quietly earn their place in the kitchen rotation. No fuss, no fanfare — they simply work. This zucchini and bacon slice is one of those. It’s been baked more times than I...
Vicky’s Sausage Rolls
A FAMILY FAVOURITE WRAPPED IN FLAKY GOODNESS The ultimate Kiwi classic with a side of nostalgia If there's one savoury treat that never lasts long in my kitchen, it’s sausage rolls. And not just any sausage rolls—Vicky’s sausage rolls. These little parcels of golden...
Instant pot Thai inspired pumpkin Soup
This warm Red-Thai inspired soup will warm the bones on a cold and frosty day. When the frosts settle in and the mornings are slow to thaw, there's nothing quite as comforting as a steaming bowl of homemade soup. This Thai-inspired pumpkin soup brings a gentle kick of...
The Best Ever Pikelet Recipe
A no fail pikelet recipe that is successful every time. When I first began sharing recipes on my instagram account back in 2018 a farming mum of five from Te Anau sent me this incredible pikelet recipe (thank you Sharleen). Over the years I have tweaked it to...
Pastry Cinnamon Scrolls – a quick and fool proof recipe
Need a sweet treat in a short amount of time? But still want a homemade feel? This is the recipe for you! All you need is four ingredients! Bought Flaky pastry, brown sugar, cinnamon and butter Store Bought Flaky Pastry Store-bought pastry is convenient because it...
Burger ScrollsBurger Scrolls: A Big Mac-Inspired Smoko
Forget the Big Mac Salad - this fuelling burger scroll is next level. Be prepared to be wowed by the combination of pizza dough, layers of mince, burger sauce and gherkins and tomato relish. If you’re a fan of hearty, savory snacks with a nostalgic twist, Burger...
Everyday Express Waffles
A quick and easy waffle recipe made using only a Nutribullet (or kitchen blender) and a bowl. There’s something magical about starting your morning with a piping hot waffle — crisp edges, fluffy insides, and the smell of golden batter filling the kitchen. But if...
Bacon and Egg Pie
It’s more than just food; it’s a slice of Kiwi life. When you think of New Zealand, images of sprawling green landscapes, adventurous activities, and sheep may come to mind. But for those who have experienced true Kiwi hospitality, one culinary delight stands out –...









