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....
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...
Rich, Flavourful & Worth the Wait Let’s set the record straight—nachos should be more than just a quick microwave dinner with a spoonful of mince and cheese. If you’ve been rushing them with a bland, watery mince, it’s time to stop. Because once you’ve tried this...
The Secret to Better tasting Mince Let’s talk about mince. It’s affordable, versatile, and a staple in most Kiwi kitchens—but far too often, we treat it like a second-rate ingredient. If your go-to method is browning some mince, chucking in a jar of sauce, and calling...
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...
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...
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...
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 –...
There’s something undeniably comforting about flaky pastry. This recipe makes 500 grams of delicious flaky pastry. Enjoy x Whether it’s wrapped around a savory filling or baked into a sweet treat, its crisp, buttery layers always deliver that perfect crunch with...