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Baking•Chocolate•For the kids•Recipes•Snacks•Sweet treats

Scrumptious Choc Chip Cookies

February 19, 2019 by Catherine Milford No Comments

Every home has a special recipe; in our house, this is the one everyone asks for when my daughter Jess is around. Whether we’re just home for the weekend, or my son’s whole rugby team pitches up for a feed,...

Reading time: 1 min

Cooks•Desserts•For the kids•Healthy•Snacks•Sugar free•Sweet treats

Super-healthy Coconut Ice

August 6, 2018 by Catherine Milford No Comments

You know the drill. Suddenly you’re required to come up with a yummy plate of food. Great. Now – what to make? That’s where this coconut ice from Luke Hines’ newest book Smart Carbs comes in. These coconut ice squares tick...

Reading time: 2 min

Cheese•Cooks•For the kids•Healthy•Snacks•Vegetarian

Cheesy Broccoli Dip

June 7, 2018 by Catherine Milford No Comments

Can’t get the kids to eat their greens? Try serving broccoli disguised in this yummy, and super-cheap dip, Load up a cracker or two and the kids will get one of their daily veg servings without even knowing it! ...

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Baking•Cooks•For the kids•Snacks•Sweet treats

Bake Pic’s Peanut Butter Bikkies and help train a guide dog!

May 25, 2018 by Catherine Milford No Comments

Are you a keen baker who’d like to raise money? Bake a difference for Kiwis who are blind or have severe sight loss by whipping up a batch of bikkies and selling them to raise vital funds for the Blind Foundation...

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Beef•Cheese•Cooks•Culinary competitions/awards•Dinner ideas•Eats•Events•Family meals•Media/Press•Sauces•Snacks

Beef & Pastrami Cheese Melt comes out on top

May 21, 2018 by Catherine Milford 1 Comment

As you may have seen if you follow me on social media, a Smoked Beef & Pastrami Melt I created last week has emerged victorious in New Zealand’s first Ultimate Sandwich Competition, organised by Farmland Foods and judged by one...

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Cooks•For the kids•Kids•Reads•Snacks

Edible Earthworms

May 1, 2018 by Catherine Milford No Comments

I heard loads about Dr Michelle Dickinson’s book The Kitchen Science Cookbook before I saw a copy. Not because there was a huge publicity push – but because a huge selection of my friend group has kids, and an interest...

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Baking•Budget Busters•Cheese•Cooks•For the kids•Snacks•Vegetarian

Spinach and Three Cheese Scoffins

March 14, 2018 by Catherine Milford No Comments

This recipe came about when I discovered I didn’t have all the ingredients needed to make the original muffin recipe I was originally going for. Time to get creative! I’ve called these ‘scoffins’ as they are a bit of a...

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Baking•Cooks•Snacks•Sweet treats

Lemon Lavender Bars

March 7, 2018 by Catherine Milford No Comments

I love the smell and taste of lavender. It’s not for everyone, but just the merest whiff of this pretty purple flower and I can feel my shoulders release a bit. This recipe is perfect for afternoon high tea, or...

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Blog•Cooks•Dairy Free•Gluten Free•Healthy•International•Jams and Chutneys•Snacks•Vegetable sides•Vegetarian

Garlic & Dill Pickle

March 6, 2018 by Catherine Milford No Comments

Last night, I was invited to a pickling masterclass by Joe McClure, owner and operator of Detroit-based McClures Pickles. My daughter was quite amused: ‘Surely you just need vinegar, sugar and a few spices Mum?’ Well – yes. But watching...

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Baking•Cheese•Cooks•Snacks

Garlic & Herb Baked Camembert

January 11, 2018 by Catherine Milford No Comments

If you’re a cheese lover, there’s little more delicious than getting stuck into the oozy deliciousness of a beautiful baked Camembert. The whole process takes no more than 20 minutes from picking the thyme to dunking the crispy bread in...

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Budget Busters•Cheese•Chicken•Cooks•Family meals•For the kids•International•Snacks

Chicken Nachos

December 10, 2017 by Catherine Milford No Comments

I reckon a good Mexican dish is the happiest party food on the planet. This recipe from the team at Tio Pablo for Chicken Nachos is tasty, easy and tastes truly authentic. YUM! Chicken Nachos Ready in 30 mins. Serves...

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12 Days of Foodie Feasts•Cheese•Christmas•Competitions•Cooks•Snacks•Special Occasion•Summer•Uncategorised•Vegetable sides•Vegetarian

WIN! DAY 9: Clevedon Valley Marinated Buffalo Cheeses

December 9, 2017 by Catherine Milford No Comments

A huge part of my job is checking out new products as they hit the shelves so I can write about them. Yep, sounds brilliant – and a lot of the time it is. Some of the time it isn’t. And...

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Cheese•Cooks•Snacks•Vegetable sides•Vegetarian

Spicy Marinated Buffalo Cheese Dip

by Catherine Milford No Comments

I came up with this dip when friends came round unexpectedly, and I had to use what was available! Unless you’re a spice addict, taste a small piece of your chilli before adding it; they can be quite spicy! Photo...

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12 Days of Foodie Feasts•Beef•Competitions•Cooks•International•Snacks

CLOSED: WIN! DAY 4: SILVER FERN FARMS BUMPER BBQ HAMPER

December 4, 2017 by Catherine Milford No Comments

How was your weekend? I braved a few of the shops to get more of the Christmas planning out of the way – and boy, do I need a reviver after that! If you’re like me, and are thinking a...

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12 Days of Foodie Feasts•Cheese•Competitions•Cooks•Family meals•Snacks

CLOSED: WIN! Day 3: New Hutchinsons Cheese flavours for the perfect Christmas fare

December 2, 2017 by Catherine Milford 4 Comments

It’s no secret that I believe Kiwi-made produce is among the best in the world, and Hutchinsons cheese is no exception. Hutchinsons has been discovering the world of cheese since its humble beginnings in 1914, sourcing and supplying the best cheese varieties from around the...

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Baking•Cooks•Dairy Free•Desserts•Gluten Free•Healthy•Snacks•Sweet treats

Magical Macarons

November 29, 2017 by Catherine Milford No Comments

I love the idea of being able to spend time making myself look gorgeous all the time, but I’m not very good at it! I do believe, though, that what you eat has a significant impact on our bodies –...

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Christmas•Cooks•Snacks•Special Occasion•Vegetarian

Beetroot, Sour Cream & Walnut Blinis

November 23, 2017 by Catherine Milford No Comments

Blinis are one of my favourite finger foods. Over the busy season, I try to make sure I’ve got some in the freezer just in case I don’t have time to make up anything from scratch! I particularly like this...

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Budget Busters•Cooks•Healthy•Snacks•Summer•Vegetable sides

Spiced Dill Yoghurt Dip

November 20, 2017 by Catherine Milford No Comments

To me, summer is all about taste. You can’t beat the beautiful tastes of New Zealand-grown fresh produce, washed down with your favourite drink and some friends to share it with. This simple dip is perfect with raw veg – simply...

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Breakfasts and brunches•Budget Busters•Cooks•Dairy Free•For the kids•Gluten Free•Healthy•Smoothies•Snacks•Vegetarian

Amazing Almond Butter

October 22, 2017 by Catherine Milford No Comments

Today marks National Nut Day 2017 – and these little powerhouses of nutrition are well worth celebrating. High in fat, protein, vitamins and minerals, nuts form the cornerstone of many balanced diets. They are thought to help lower cholesterol, help...

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Budget Busters•Cooks•Dinner ideas•Family meals•For the kids•International•Pork•Snacks

Love your Leftovers Spring Rolls

October 18, 2017 by Catherine Milford No Comments

Being the type of cook that always caters for large appetites, unexpected guests or just Armageddon, my fridge is always packed with leftovers – often vegies, or random small bits of meat that aren’t quite enough for a whole meal....

Reading time: 2 min

Beef•Cooks•Dinner ideas•Family meals•International•Snacks

Beef Stir Fry in Bao Buns

October 12, 2017 by Catherine Milford No Comments

If you’ve never had a bao bun, you’re missing out on a treat! Whether you make your own dough (try my recipe here) or you buy your buns, this delicious take on the traditional street food recipe from Silver Fern...

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Baking•Budget Busters•Cooks•Dinner ideas•International•Snacks

Bao Bun Dough

October 1, 2017 by Catherine Milford No Comments

Ever had a bao bun? If you haven’t, you’re in for a treat. If you have, and you fancy making one yourself, you’re in luck! This recipe is perfect for my Beef Stir Fry in Bao Buns – give it...

Reading time: 2 min

Cooks•Healthy•International•Seafood•Snacks•Special Occasion

Kung Sang Waa

September 16, 2017 by Catherine Milford No Comments

This is one of those dishes that’s great to have up your sleeve if you’ve got people coming around. It’s quick to make, and once you tell people what it’s called, they will be super-impressed with your Thai cooking skills!...

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Baking•Budget Busters•Cooks•Family meals•International•Snacks•Vegetarian

Turkish Pide with Spinach & Eggplant

September 6, 2017 by Catherine Milford No Comments

I absolutely love Turkish food. I’ve visited the country several times, each time falling in love all over again with not just the food, but the way of life – old men sitting outside in the sunshine playing chess, fantastical...

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Budget Busters•Chicken•Cooks•Family meals•Snacks•Spring

Crispy Chicken & Bacon Sweet Potato Pockets

September 4, 2017 by Catherine Milford No Comments

Help! Spring is most definitely springing – but so are my extra kilos! Actually, they aren’t so much springing as wobbling: time to take the bull by the horns and start making dishes that still taste fantastic (why would you...

Reading time: 2 min

Baking•Budget Busters•Cooks•Desserts•For the kids•Snacks

Salted Caramel Popcorn

August 24, 2017 by Catherine Milford No Comments

Last week I was lucky enough to spend a couple of hours at The Sugar Club, high up in Auckland’s SkyTower. I was there to meet Sam Heaven, and learn how to make one of the simplest but most delicious...

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