Sandwich or burger

This recipe for whitebait fritter sliders makes it easy to treat your friends and family to the delicious taste of whitebait. Entertaining has never tasted so good!

This simple English fare has stood the test of time. Perfect to take to work or on a picnic.

Spicy, sour, tangy paprika and lime NZ Pork enchiladas - this deliciously fresh and flavoursome Mexican inspired dish is ticking all the boxes!

Fire up the barbecue for a family favourite – these burgers are extra-tasty thanks to succulent NZ Pork

Summer meals don't get much easier (or more delicious) than this! Baguettes are filled with barbecued pepper steak, crunchy cos and sharp dijonaise, making a sandwich that is perfect for a light dinner or picnic lunch.

Enjoy the deliciousness of takeaways alongside the joy of homemade cooking with this recipe for spicy lemongrass pork burgers. Packed with a fresh and zingy mango slaw, this meal will have you licking your lips.

Like a little roast dinner in a bun, these lamb and minted pea sliders are such a fantastic idea for snacks when entertaining guests! Prepare the lamb ahead of time to make things completely fuss-free on the day.

With its fibrous, ‘stringy’ texture, jackfruit makes the perfect pulled pork or shredded chicken substitute for anyone cutting back on meat. Try these delicious barbecue jackfruit burgers to get a taste for it - you'll never look back!

These sandwiches are a delicious way to turn your roast vegetables into a proper meal - with some secret goodies! After trying these stuffed Italian-style loaves, you'll never want to go back to normal sandwich bread.

These barbecued chicken burgers with fennel and herb slaw are perfect for a summer dinner on the deck or patio. Just add cold beers or sangria, a jug of iced cordial for the kids, and some great company!

Create a quick and colourful meal that will have your tastebuds dancing with these sliders. Grilled kūmara slices are stacked with a crab filling, prawns, avocado and herbs - making a fun burger alternative that is perfect for a light dinner.

If you're looking for a fresh vegetarian burger idea, this recipe should be at the top of your list. Fennel and lemon-crumbed mozzarella oozes out at first bite, and the brioche buns are grilled in parmesan for extra flavour!

There’s no denying the appeal of a cheesy, crunchy toasted sandwich, and this recipe certainly delivers. Filled with smoked speck, gouda and comté, and slathered with homemade gribiche, this toastie is one for the ages.

Upgrade your usual sausage, ketchup and mustard hotdogs with these deliciously flavoursome chorizo buns. Served with generous lashings of our chimichurri and smoky red relish, this is a simple crowd-pleaser of a dinner!

These spicy tikka burgers make a delicious change from the usual beef patties! Totally vegetarian and dairy free, it's a perfect recipe for a relaxed family dinner.

The beauty of these burgers is that they are super-fast, super-tasty and super-simple. The name ‘Smash Burger’ comes from the technique of smashing the ball of mince into a screaming hot cast iron pan or onto a hot plate, allowing the patties to crisp up beautifully.

These bean and beef burgers are like a breath of fresh air! The lettuce cups make a lighter alternative to burger buns, and the avocado smash is a deliciously fresh topping.

Save money on dinner tonight with these quick and easy lamb burgers. Filled with juicy lamb steaks and our incredible homemade beetroot sauce recipe - it's a meal the whole family will love!

Feed a hungry crowd with these mouth-wateringly good rare-beef sliders with caramel onions. Ready in just 35 minutes, these sliders are packed with filling treats and delicious flavours.

This pork skepasti recipe is Greek cuisine at its best. Leave the lamb to dry overnight, then bring together all the beautiful flavours the next day for dinner and enjoy.

Pulled chicken sliders with coleslaw are easy and great for entertaining!

These bite-sized fennel slaw and crispy fish sliders are nothing but delicious. Serve with an extra dollop of aioli for the perfect end-of-week dinner that the whole family will love!

Nothing beats classic beef and onion cheeseburgers for a filling and delicious weeknight family meal to enjoy with friends or family. SO try Nici's exceptional cheeseburger recipe!

Create a takeaway favourite at home with this delicious crispy fish burger recipe. Fried to perfection then served on a soft roll with fries, salad and spicy homemade sauce, this recipe is a winner

This Nici Wickes recipe makes it easy to nail vegetarian burgers from scratch. The apple keeps these chickpea and quinoa patties moist as well as adding a wonderful tart-sweet flavour. Serve with salad and brioche buns

Burger night just got a whole lot more delicious! This vegetarian burger recipe sees patties packed with the goodness of chickpeas, lentils and brown rice, paired with salad and topped with creamy tahini sauce

Need some lunchbox inspo? This frittata wrap recipe is a must-try. Pack with spaghetti, sneak in some vegetables and add a tasty sprinkling of cheese for a delicious wrap filling the kids will love

This clever burger recipe sees breadcrumbs swapped for nutrient-dense brown rice to create tasty beef patties. Layer with beetroot and mustard aioli, then serve with kumara chips for a delicious family meal

This make-ahead wrap recipe is the lunch solution you've been looking for. Simply assemble at home, then pop in the sandwich press at work to get warm and cheesy. It's also a great way of using up leftover roast veges. Win win!

Let's face it, nothing beats a chicken, avocado and bacon burger! This recipe is simple, delicious and stars a must-try mustard, garlic and lemon mayonnaise. Enjoy for a tasty weekend bite the whole family will love

It doesn't get much easier than this! Pull leftover chicken out of the fridge, pita bread out of the pantry and create a colourful, filling 'taco' the whole family will love for lunch or dinner

Nadia Lim's delicious Mediterranean tuna sandwich recipe is a great quick lunch for hungry tummies. Enjoy as is or add a handful of cheese and grill to perfection to create a quick tuna melt

This sandwich recipe sees French toast and grilled cheese collide to create the ultimate in outdoor fare! Whip up this toasted sandwich on the barbecue or grill and enjoy the taste of comfort food wherever you may be

Nici Wickes shares her best finger sandwich recipes for the ultimate afternoon tea. Choose from chicken with sage stuffing or salmon, dill and lime crème fraîche for a deliciously dainty bite

The great thing about this burger recipe is that it can really be made with any mince you have in the freezer. Lamb, chicken, beef or turkey mince all work a treat in this easily adaptable recipe

This tasty low carb burger recipe sees traditional buns substituted for delicious kumara. Serve stacked with salad, homemade turkey patties and green tahini for a quick, easy and delicious family meal

Discover delicious, nutritious sprouted quinoa with this healthy wrap recipe. Packed with vegetables, creamy hummus and sprouted quinoa, this recipe makes a perfect vegetarian lunch or dinner

These stuffed focaccia sandwiches are the perfect snacks to pack up and take adventuring. Fill with your fave ingredients like spinach, olives, feta and sun-dried tomatoes. Try for your next picnic! Photography by Jani Shepherd/Gatherum Collectif

With sweet chilli beef patties, Hoisin-spiked ketchup and juicy pineapple, these burgers pack a serious flavour punch! Serve fresh off the grill for the ultimate taste of savoury, sweet and spicy

Veges are the stars in this delicious recipe for haloumi, chickpea and quinoa burgers. Serve for a filling, healthy family meal that doesn't skimp on flavour!

Beef and brie burgers are taken to delicious new heights with a hearty serving of homemade beetroot relish. Ready from start to finish in 35 minutes, this recipe is a must-try

A breakfast classic becomes a delicious main in this outrageously tasty egg-in-the-hole burger recipe. Serve with hot chips (or a green salad to add a healthier edge)

Create the perfect savoury bite for your next swish occasion with these delicious finger sandwich recipes including curried egg, creamy chicken and ham, cheese and pineapple

Tender, succulent pork is shredded and combined with sliced apple to create these delicious pork rolls. These are a crowd favourite that will please all age groups - great for weekend drinks with friends.

This recipe is Nici Wickes' version of Robert Carrier’s pan bagnat, an easy stuffed bread roll popular in Provence, France. You can make these a day in advance for easy picnicking

With roasted rice, salmon, seaweed and mayo, Nici Wickes' sensational Japanese-inspired wraps are nutritious and delicious. Serve for a tasty, colourful lunch

Nici Wickes first encountered a meatball sandwich in the US and was immediately a fan. Think soft buns, bubbling cheese, spicy sauce and juicy meatballs!

This recipe is a classic! These asparagus and smoked salmon rolls are so easy to make and perfect for any occasion. Using smoked salmon is a tasty upgrade from your usual asparagus rolls

Create a takeaway favourite and home with this delicious fish burger recipe. Filled with crunchy slaw and served with thick homemade chips, this dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family

Delicious, healthy and ready in just 15 minutes from prep to plate? This Middle Eastern tuna pockets recipe is a winner! Whip these pockets up for a tasty lunch or enjoy for a light dinner

These scrumptious beef and blue cheese sliders are fantastic for the whole family to enjoy for a delicious midweek meal.

Feed a crowd with this delicious barbecue pulled pork sliders recipe! Perfect for parties, drinks and movie nights, these sliders were made for sharing

Packed with gouda cheese, pickled vegetables, green chilli sauce and tender beef short-rib, this is no average sammie. It's the ultimate sophisticated sandwich recipe

Whipping up delicious homemade burgers is easy with this tasty chicken schnitzel burger recipe! Paired with cajun-seasoned kumara chips and packed with fresh veges, this burger is sure to be hit

Add a Thai twist to your next burger night with this delicious recipe for Thai chicken burgers. Featuring homemade chicken patties and nutty satay sauce, this easy recipe is sure to be a hit!

A tartine is a French open sandwich usually with a creamy spread, and this recipe certainly lives up to its name! Herby ricotta and goat's cheese combine with roast beef and pickled carrots. Delish!

This turkey schnitzel baguette recipe is packed with all the ingredients that make a great sandwich - bacon, eggs, mayo, and of course, crispy schnitzel!

This recipe is Nici Wickes' take on the “lobster roll” – a grilled buttery bun crammed full of scallops and iceberg lettuce, topped with a zingy chilli mayo – delicious!

Bolognese sauce gets a spicy makeover with this Mexican chilli slider recipe! These quick and easy sliders are perfect for entertaining a crowd or a fun dinner with the family

Whether you're entertaining or whipping up a fun meal for the family, these fish sliders are sure to impress. Starring lemon pepper crumbed Sealord hoki, crunchy cos lettuce and creamy aoli - these sliders are bursting with flavour with every bite

This fish burger recipe is sure to become a Friday night favourite! Crumbed Sealord hoki fillets, tangy tartare and oozy melted brie make this burger a dinner classic

This recipe for Vietnamese bahn me combines wholemeal-battered Sealord hoki with cucumber, sprouts and coriander for a light and lovely sandwich

These bite-sized mushroom burgers are perfect for entertaining - whether it's a big party or a intimate gathering, your guests will love the combination of mushroom, blue cheese and bacon

A kati roll is the Indian version of a takeaway sandwich. This recipe combines tender beef with spices, veges and egg to create an at-home version of this street food-inspired dish

Starring herby eggs, watercress, mustard and mayo, these finger sandwiches will look right at home at your next swish occasion, without requiring any special effort

Light, fresh, yet filling, these salmon salad wraps make a great lunch option. Plus, with salmon and hard boiled eggs, you benefit from a double hit of protein

This Mexican-inspired chicken burger recipe features a homemade chunky corn salsa that's full of punchy coriander and lime. Serve with kumara fries and sweet chilli sauce for an outside-the-box burger

You'll experience the full potential of your toasted sandwich maker when you give this easy recipe a go! Fast and delicious, these apple pie jaffles are perfect served with lots of vanilla ice cream

Whip up this light and delicious bruschetta for a quick lunch or appetiser.

With juicy seared salmon and a punchy pea, mayonnaise and wasabi dressing, this Asian-inspired burger recipe is a quick and healthy dinner option

These easy chicken burgers are delicious, economical and low-fat. A perfect to-go recipe for a fuss-free dinner the whole family will love

Is there anything better than a bacon and egg sammy? The success of this simple snack relies on good-quality bacon and eggs, while homemade relish adds just the right amount of pickly goodness

Filling and colourful, these lamb meatballs feature all the flavours of the Middle East in one delicious package. Pair with couscous salad and creamy hummus for the ultimate lunch or dinner

Featuring mouthwatering piri piri sauce, this budget-friendly Portuguese chicken burger packs a flavour punch

The combination of fresh fruit and sweet chocolate will quickly become a favourite snack fpr your little ones. They're super quick to make, and can be enjoyed after school or as a lunchbox treat.

For a lighter way to enjoy your classic Indian curry, try serving this classic beef korma inside lettuce cups with steamed rice for a fun, hands-on way to experience dinner.

Instead of taking a trip to your favourite burger joint, why not create your own homemade burgers with your own creative twist? This lamb burger recipe features lamb shanks that have been cooked until tender

The combination of salmon with beetroot and watercress in these burgers make them a flavour bomb!

Make your own paua sausages with a delicious recipe from The Food Truck.

These lovely sandwich rolls are perfect for a quick snack. You need to buy ‘cooking chorizo’, which is more like a sausage than the slicing variety, which is used like salami. We use aioli, or garlic mayonnaise, but you could use plain mayonnaise if you prefer.

Although banh mi is traditionally served with pâté, it might not be to some people’s taste for breakfast. Here, I’ve replaced the pâté with avocado so the sandwich still has a creamy, rich element. If you can find Vietnamese mint it will make the world of difference to your slaw, otherwise coriander is fine.

A poké bowl is a Hawaiian dish consisting of raw fish on rice, a bit like a sushi salad. The fresh flavours of poké bowls are the perfect accompaniment to summer sun and cold beer. Here, the rice is replaced with soft white bread to carry all the flavours of this Hawaiian classic.

Late-night kebabs often get a bad rap, but when you think of the sum of their parts – yoghurt sauce, chicken, hummus, fresh salad and herbs – it’s all good stuff. Recipe by Leisha Jones.

Using simple ingredients, you can make the tastiest of meals that are no fuss on your long weekend with whanau.

Protein-packed black beluga lentils are tossed with herbs then spooned on crispy toasts topped with crème fraîche and pickled peaches to create this eye-appealing starter course. This tasty starter is courtesy of McCormick's.

Sadly crayfish aren’t as abundant now in the foreshore as in the times when Jani and I were kids clambering around the rocks. Over the holidays there’s often a generous relative or diving mate who will arrive with a juicy cray wrapped in newsprint. This recipe is one both Jani and I loved during our time in the USA – Jani in Nantucket, me in Maine – where lobsters are abundant local fare. It’s a great way to stretch a cray to serve a few hungry holiday goers. For the best results, use the freshest bread rolls you can get your hands on. Photographs by Jani Shepherd and styling by Fiona Hugues; Gatherum Collectif.

This Italian-American classic is the ultimate feel-good sandwich. Crispy chicken, spicy sauce and melted cheese – what more could you ask for? Recipe by Leisha Jones.

This is one instance when an under-ripe avocado will come in handy. If it’s too ripe the avocado will go mushy during the frying process. These fat avocado ‘chips’ would also be great served alone as a snack with the jalapeño ranch as a dipping sauce. Recipe by Leisha Jones.

This is my version of a po’ boy, the Louisiana sandwich that is stuffed with fried shrimp or oysters and plenty of spicy mayo. My baguettes crammed with garlic prawns and creamy curry mayo will be a sure hit!