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Blue Gin, baby! Bombay Sapphire opens gin gardens

October 25, 2019 by Catherine Milford No Comments
There’s nothing more delightful on a warm day than enjoying a refreshing gin and tonic, or a tasty gin cocktail. So you can bet I’ll be heading to Auckland bars The Glass Goose in the CBD and Bedford Soda &...
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Wild Turkey Longbranch launches in New Zealand

April 5, 2019 by Catherine Milford No Comments
You know those ads with lovely Matthew McConaughey on TV? Turns out the drink is nearly as smooth as the actor. Wild Turkey has teamed up with Matthew McConaughey to produce Wild Turkey Longbranch, is a coming together of the...
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Christmas Breeze Cocktail

December 9, 2018 by Catherine Milford No Comments
Need a break from the Christmas chaos? I know I do! While I’m on cooking duty this year (aren’t I always?), I’ll definitely be enjoying a cocktail or two – including this delicious-sounding Christmas Breeze cocktail, courtesy of the creative...
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Can you? Toi Toi releases low-alcohol Sauvignon Blanc

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Ever wanted a delicious wine, but don’t want to drink too much alcohol, or take a whole bottle to the party? Finally, there’s an answer to this perennial issue: Toi Toi wines has released New Zealand’s lowest alcohol Sauvignon Blanc,...
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alcohol•Christmas•Drinks•Drinks and cocktails•Seasonal•Special Occasion

Christmas Eggnog

November 27, 2018 by Catherine Milford No Comments
What’s your favourite Christmas drink? I absolutely love the flavour of proper homemade eggnog. There is such a thing as a non-alcoholic version, but to me, this drink is best served with a really good spiced rum. Talk about Christmas...
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WIN a SodaStream for Christmas!

October 31, 2018 by Catherine Milford 9 Comments
Quench Your Thirst for Sparkling Good Fun and Get in the SodaStream Spirit This Summer! Make waves in the kitchen with the coolest sparkling water makers to hit your home space – SodaStream is the only gadget you need this...
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New Spring Menu launches at Mr Toms

October 16, 2017 by Catherine Milford No Comments
Ponsonby hotspot’s latest dishes a hit Known for their cheeky tipples and delicious food, Mr Toms has fast become a Ponsonby local favourite, with busy trade 7 days a week.  It’s the kind of place you go when you want...
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Hi, my name is Catherine Milford, and I live in Auckland, New Zealand. I’ve been a journalist for over 20 years both here and in England, and I’ve written on every topic you can think of, but EatsCooksReads focuses on my favourite: food. This blog is full of recipes I’ve written, products I’ve discovered, food books I love, restaurants I’ve reviewed and a lot besides! If you love New Zealand food, I hope you love my site.

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