The one pot bake that won't DISAPPOINT. One-Pot Ginger Crunch with Rolled Oats: A Classic Kiwi-Aussie Slice with the Perfect Icing Bite There’s a reason ginger crunch remains a staple in Kiwi and Aussie kitchens — it’s simple to make, packed with warming ginger...
It doesn't get any easier than this method If you've ever wrestled with cutting a raw pumpkin, you'll know it's no small feat. The good news? Your Instant Pot (magic pot) is about to become your new best friend. Cooking a whole pumpkin—skin, seeds, and all—has never...
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...
Wake Up to Overnight Coffee Oats: The Ultimate Breakfast Hack for Coffee Lovers If you're anything like me and can't function before your first cup of coffee, then let me introduce you to your new favourite breakfast: overnight coffee oats. This creamy, caffeinated...
Molasses butter is a sweet and richly flavoured spread made by mixing molasses with butter. It has a deep, slightly bitter sweetness that’s earthy and warm—perfect for spreading on hot toast, scones, pancakes, or crumpets. Move over honey and jam—molasses butter is...
Stewing fruit is the process of gently simmering fruit in liquid with sugar and spices until soft and flavourful. As summer winds down and the abundance of ripe, juicy fruit starts to overflow from our gardens, markets, and fruit bowls, there’s no better way to make...
The Afghan biscuit is a crunchy, chocolatey Kiwi classic topped with smooth icing and a walnut. If you grew up in New Zealand, chances are you’ve enjoyed an Afghan biscuit with a hot cuppa. This chocolatey, crunchy, walnut-topped delight has been a staple in Kiwi...
A Fun, Easy and Colourful Cake to make with Children. The Magic of a Jelly Crystal Cake There’s something inherently whimsical about a colourful cake that catches your eye. Jelly Crystal Cake, with its vibrant colours and delightful soft texture, is a treat that never...
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...