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And no, it's not only about avoiding spicy foods...

When the days get shorter, nights get cooler and leaves begin to change their colour, it's a sure sign that summer is over for another year. But that means we get to enjoy all the seasonal produce that autumn brings - so that's reason to celebrate!

Affordable alternatives to maintain a balanced diet - but stay on budget!

Enjoy the freshest, cheapest and most nutritious fruit and vegetables this month, thanks to our helpful produce guide. Find out what is in season this March, and what recipes will bring out the best in each seasonal star.

You don’t need a multitude of garden beds to sprout fresh herbs; pot those puppies in containers and they'll be good to grow.

Enjoy the freshest, cheapest and most nutritious fruit and vegetables this month, thanks to our helpful produce guide. Find out what is in season this February, and what recipes will bring out the best in each seasonal star.

Jazz up your lunchboxes with the help of these five colourful Instagram feeds, which are packed full of delicious (and beautiful) ideas for meal prep. Who said cooking in bulk had to be boring?

One of summer’s delights, who can resist the temptation of this plump and juicy fruit?

Enjoy the freshest, cheapest and most nutritious fruit and vegetables this month, thanks to our helpful produce guide. Find out what is in season this December, and what recipes will bring out the best in each seasonal star.

This one handy gadget can grill, smoke and air fry, as well as bake, roast dehydrate and reheat. We put it to the test.

Enjoy the freshest, cheapest and most nutritious fruit and vegetables this month, thanks to our helpful produce guide. Find out what is in season this November, and what recipes will bring out the best in each seasonal star.

Enjoy the freshest, cheapest and most nutritious fruit and vegetables this month, thanks to our helpful produce guide. Find out what is in season this September, and what recipes will bring out the best in each seasonal star.

Tell us your favourite recipe from the midweek makeover collection and be in the draw!

Splurge on one yourself or buy for the home baker in your life – and be paid back in delicious treats.

Make dinner easier than ever thanks to these slow cooker chicken recipes. From a succulent honey mustard chicken dish to our all-too-simple chicken soup, these ideas will make your evenings carefree and delicious.

We all love oaty, golden syrup spiked ANZAC biscuits, but where did they come from? Discover the origins of this iconic biscuit and dig into our best recipes.

Have fun with the kids these school holidays by getting them in the kitchen and making our favourite kid-friendly sweet and savoury recipes. These creative, easy-to-make snacks are going to go down a treat!

For a holiday that's all about the eating, Easter breakfasts and brunches are often overlooked. We've got you covered with 12 of our favourite morning recipes - and don't worry, they're not all eggs and chocolate!

Put that green thumb to good use this season! From what vegetables to plant to what's ready to harvest, this guide provides all you need to know to enjoy everything that's delicious about autumn.

Tantalise your tastebuds with the pop-in-the-mouth deliciousness of sweet, sharp blueberries. Recipes and styling by Sophie Gray.

Sharing in a meal is the perfect way to celebrate Matariki with your family and friends

These gourmet goodies and must-have gadgets will make Mum's day

This high tea is fit for royalty

Settle in for the coronation with these English faves

Have some fun this Easter by creating these deliciously cute treats with the kids. Not only will they keep everyone entertained throughout the holiday, but you will also finish with gorgeous goodies that all ages will love.

Kids with food intolerances often miss out, but in 2023 there’s no reason they should! This selection of allergen-free lunchbox ideas (including gluten-free, dairy-free and egg-free recipes) ensures there’s something for everyone.

Check out the top 10 recipes you were searching for this year

It's been a great year, and now it's time to soak up some sun and kick back and relax with friends and family. This New Years menu offers the best of the season, with easy shared plates and bright, summery sweets.

We’ve brought together the ultimate guide to planning and preparing your Christmas dinner in the weeks leading up to the big day – so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time with friends and family!

The foodie in your life will love finding one of these mouth-watering gifts under the tree.

Here are some delicious ways to enjoy peppery, nutrient-rich watercress and that star of the spring line-up, asparagus

Bake Off is back on our screens and with it a tonne of inspiration of cooking and baking. We've rounded up 12 recipes inspired by some of the cooking challenges on the show.

Seafood is a favourite all year round from mussels, and whitebait to snapper and prawns there is so much to enjoy, so we've rounded up our most popular seafood recipes

In this segment of 'What We Ate', the team shares the dishes they turn to when comfort food is the order of the day - from a spicy pumpkin and tofu curry to a whole lot of warm, soothing soup.

Try these simple storage tips that will help you get the most from your fresh produce. Not only will reducing your food waste help you save money, you'll be helping the planet as you go!

In this segment of 'What We Ate', the Food to Love team shares their go-to dinner that they cook when they're busy (or just don't feel like cooking) - from a healthy buddha bowl to a simple but oh-so-flavoursome shrimp pasta.

Whether you are trying to stick to a budget or want to be prepared for emergencies, knowing how to make the most of the ingredients you have on hand is a great cooking skill. To help, we've rounded up 14 recipes that make the most of pantry essentials.

Preparing delicious and nutritious meals every day isn't always easy or possible, so get ahead of the game by cooking in bulk and popping them in the freezer for later! We've compiled all our best tips and recipes for freezing food to help.

Master the art of home preserving with Sophie Gray’s guide for getting it right. We've rounded up her top tips for making jams, marmalade, chutney and bottled fruit, as well as some of our best recipes so you can put it all into practice.

This International Women's Day, we are celebrating the Kiwi women who are pioneering change in our local food scene. From championing Māori cuisine to empowering locally owned eateries, these women are all an inspirational force in their fields.

In this segment of 'What We Ate', the Food to Love team shares the most special meal they ate recently - from a traditional Tanzanian pilau on the Serengeti to a clam pasta whipped up on a gas cooker whilst camping in Tasman.

If you love creating a beautiful grazing platter to feed your guests, your world is about to open up! From breakfast boards to dessert delights, here are all our favourite ways to interpret a platter – and they all make entertaining a breeze.

If you’re stuck on a gift for a loved one, the chocolate aisle is usually the first port of call. But rather than picking any old block of choc off the shelf, why not opt for one that has been made with love, care and precision in Aotearoa?

Sweet seasonal berries, classic seafood dishes and fresh summer salads have been the flavour of the season, according to our most popular recipes. Revisit your old favourites from our summer archive or find some delicious new ideas before the season is out!

A growing number of Nelson producers are prioritising the environment – and creating something delicious while they’re at it. Meet this new wave of local food businesses who are doing good by Mother Nature.

Celebrate the Lunar New Year by experiencing the best Chinese cuisine available in your region. From Auckland to Dunedin (and everywhere in between), these are our picks for the most memorable events for foodies throughout this year's festivities!

There's an art to building the perfect platter! NADIA magazine shares their most delicious recipes for creating a tasty, vegetarian-friendly grazing platter, just in time for your next party.

Brighten up your workday with these deliciously healthy lunch ideas. From colourful salads to sweet stuffed peppers, these recipes will always have you looking forward to lunchtime!

Enjoy the freshest, cheapest and most nutritious fruit and vegetables this month, thanks to our helpful produce guide. Find out what is in season this January, and what recipes will bring out the best in each seasonal star.

Christmas is the most wonderful time of year for many, but for some Kiwis it can be filled with more struggle than joy. We’ve rounded up some incredible charities you can support this year, to help them bring a little more hope and happiness to deserving families.

To help you avoid that last-minute Christmas shopping panic, we've teamed up with Liquorland to bring you the ultimate guide to making a gift basket that's centred around your loved one's favourite drink.

Ditch the cellophane this year and opt for an earth-friendly alternative for wrapping edible Christmas presents. Cute, plastic-free and totally reusable, these creative wrapping ideas are gifts in themselves that just keep on giving!

Local, fresh and produced used sustainable growing practices, these ready made salads are a lifesaver when you want a quick and healthy meal.

Nestled amongst the action of Dunedin's student quarter, Buster Greens is a café on a mission to spread their passion for fresh, healthy and wholesome food. In doing so, they've fast become a new local favourite.

Revisit your favourite dishes of the season with this round up of our most popular spring recipes! From lemon tarts to whitebait fritters, these ideas will give you all the fresh inspiration you need to see you into summer.

Whether you take a long black, flat white or soy/trim/triple latte with cream, every caffeine-dependant soul can relate to one thing - the love of coffee. Meet Ozone Coffee Roasters, the Kiwi business turning that love into a worldwide community.

We went for a dive through Pinterest’s top-trending Halloween recipes to give you all the weird and wacky food inspiration you need. From spooky snacks to on-theme dinner dishes, these ideas will make your spine tingle!

Take a trip to Vanuatu and find yourself feeling very at home, thanks to a café with strong Kiwi ties. Located in the vibrant multicultural city of Port Vila, K2 Café is a must-visit foodie destination on your island holiday.

We've teamed up with Orgran to bring you our best gluten and egg-free recipes - so you can enjoy all your favourite dishes without worry! From sweet cinnamon loaves to nutrition-packed quiches, these recipes will make life easy and delicious.

Keep an eye out on the road around Auckland for this Italian eatery with a twist – you’ll be rewarded with gluten-free pasta, arancini, tiramisu and more. Nadia magazine visits the retro caravan kitchen to discover their story.

Make an Al Brown-inspired dinner at home that's ready in just 15 minutes with the help of Regal Salmon's new oven-ready salmon range.

Have an exclusive first look at Nadia Lim's new vegetarian cookbook, 'Vegful', and go in the draw to win one of three copies! Plus, get an early taste of what you can expect from the cookbook with Nadia's scrumptious recipe for vegan tacos.

Get creative and satisfy your sweet tooth with this delicious cake pack worth $100. We have two to giveaway so enter now to be in to win!

Beekist® brings back the good old days with tomatoes that burst with real flavour and colour.

Enjoy the freshest, cheapest and most nutritious fruit and vegetables this month, thanks to our helpful produce guide. Find out what is in season this October, and what recipes will bring out the best in each seasonal star.

Whether you're a fully-fledged gastronome or just like to enjoy good food and wine in front of gorgeous scenery, this year's Summer F.A.W.C! Food and Wine Classic is an incredible way to experience the best of what Hawke's Bay has to offer.

Choosing the right wine to use in your cooking can be a daunting task. Alex Blackwood breaks down the best way to go about picking the right bottle, and whether or not it's okay to opt for the cheapest option.

Karena and Kasey Bird have notched up a MasterChef win, a hit TV series and best-selling book, but their greatest joy is showcasing Māori culture through food. Here, they share their favourite ways to embrace Māori flavours at home.

BurgerFuel is back with another new innovation in the burger scene, and this one will have you seeing green. We try their hemp-based Electric Pūhā burger to see how the limited-edition creation stacks up.

Just because the season is changing doesn’t mean we’re ready to say goodbye to the warmth of winter cuisine. Keep your kitchen toasty and your belly full with these nourishing dinner ideas.

Living off the land, keeping things simple, and catering to what the customer – or her five kids – want, are all part of No7 Balmac head chef Penny Allan’s fresh, organic approach to food.

Enjoy the freshest, cheapest and most nutritious fruit and vegetables this month, thanks to our helpful produce guide. Find out what is in season this August, and what recipes will bring out the best in each seasonal star.

If you’re a serious foodie, Macao and its Macanese fusion cuisine simply must be on your gastronomic radar. With its history as a Portuguese colony and present governance by China, the tiny islands, dubbed a UNESCO Creative City for Gastronomy, offer a unique blend of flavour you won’t get anywhere else.

On the outskirts of Wanaka, surrounded by the dreamlike landscape and open spaces of Central Otago, Florence’s Foodstore & Café is a destination which embodies the heart and soul of the community.

BurgerFuel is ruffling feathers in the burger scene, and their 100% vegan Chook Free burger is revolutionising plant-based patties.

Nachos are the ultimate taste and texture sensation - fun, fiery and oh-so-crunchy! It's only right that we bring all our best variations together in one finger-licking collection.

You'll never have to buy sauces, jams or relishes again once you master these condiments! Easy to make and bursting with deliciously authentic ingredients, these recipes will transform your kitchen.

Add a delicate tang to your weekend baking with these lovely yoghurt baking ideas. From light and fluffy yoghurt cakes to muffins and slices, these recipes are the perfect way to sweeten up your day.

The Vietnamese noodle soup pho is filled with all sorts of tasty goodies – and even better, you can whip it up for dinner in just 25 minutes or less! Try these three delicious and nourishing versions.

Who can resist the delicious piping hot smell of pastry wafting through the house during the chilly months? Warm up from the inside out with this sensational range of sweet and savoury pies, tarts or galettes. Sort through these mouth-watering recipes for a winning weeknight dinner or delectable family treat!

Play a part in the fight for a greener earth thanks to our top tips for being a sustainable foodie. From the coffee shop to your own kitchen, these simple ideas will help you make eco-friendly changes for a happier planet.

Don't exhaust your brain by trying to half, third or quarter recipes when cooking alone, just use one of these simple ideas for one or two! Ideal for small households, these dishes will make life oh-so-easy.

Just because you're saying no to alcohol this month doesn't mean you have to miss out on the delight of cocktail-making and drinking! Try one of our favourite mocktail recipes and enjoy a night of non-alcoholic goodness.

Packed with protein, we take stock of an old-fashioned cure–all, made with tender, loving care. Find out why it is so good for you, and how you can sneak more bone broth into your diet.

On the West Coast, where pub food is king, Alisha McIntosh has created a wholefood haven for tourists and locals in the tiny town of Hari Hari. Discover this oasis of health, which is so much more than just a cafe.

Enjoy the freshest, cheapest and most nutritious fruit and vegetables this month, thanks to our helpful produce guide. Find out what is in season this July, and what recipes will bring out the best in each seasonal star.

Tim and Maggie of the Auckland Food Truck Collective are creating a platform for food truck owners to bring their unique styles of cuisine to the streets of Auckland. But for them, it's about so much more than the food.

Crowlers® are the best way we know to crack open a cold one, and the thriving craft beer community is exploding with excitement! Fine Wine Delivery Co. is the first NZ retailer to stock and ship Crowlers® nationwide, to ensure that Kiwis can enjoy their favourite drop of brew anytime, anywhere.

Once the domain of the humble potato, gnocchi has had a makeover. Expand your horizons with this fresh take on the Italian classic, made with parsnip and finished with a gorgeous, golden nutty butter. Delizioso!

Sticking to a gluten-free diet doesn't have to mean missing out on any of the goodness. From nourishing main meals to tantalising treats, here are Nici Wickes' best gluten-free recipes - they're so good, no one will know the difference!

Enjoy the freshest, cheapest and most nutritious fruit and vegetables this month, thanks to our helpful produce guide. Find out what is in season this June, and what recipes will bring out the best in each seasonal star.

Persimmons bring a sweet, honeyed flavour to autumn dining. With their delicate floral essence and unique juicy texture, these delicious fruit will work their magic in both sweet and savoury dishes.

Overlooking idyllic Oneroa Bay on Waiheke Island, Timmy Smith is a space for people to come together over a cuppa and peruse creative works. Discover the story behind this creative store owner's brews.

It's time to ditch artificial food colouring in favour of these beautiful natural dyes, says Alex Blackwood. From boiled beetroot to activated charcoal, find out how to make food in every colour of the rainbow, naturally.

Hellers Soups have paired the vegetable classics we all love with their delicious, premium meats to deliver hearty bowls of goodness! Take our fun quiz to discover which tasty flavour suits your personality.

Compost is the best possible food for your plants and a practical way to manage kitchen waste. Here are our top tips and advice for getting started with composting so you can get that win-win!

When opportunity knocked on her family’s cellar door, Beatrix Ham answered. The third generation of the Ham family to play a part in the Alpha Domus story, Beatrix brings a refreshing effervescence to the Hawke's Bay winery, in more ways than one.

Enjoy a Mother's Day filled with health and happiness this year, from breakfast in bed to dinner fit for a queen thanks to these nourishing recipes. We've also included our favourite healthy treats, so you can give mum the gift of wholesome goodness!