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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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Eating around New Zealand•Events•Family•International•Special Occasion•Vegetarian

Are Diwali Festival’s ‘healthy food options’ politically incorrect?

October 17, 2018 by Catherine Milford No Comments

The vivid colours of Diwali take over the heart of Auckland this weekend for the 17th Auckland Diwali Festival. This fun, free, family-friendly festival takes place in Aotea Square and Queen St on Saturday, 20 and Sunday, 21 October, from midday...

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Events•Food News•Restaurants and Cafes

Taste of Auckland announces delicious lineup

September 12, 2018 by Catherine Milford No Comments

Celebrating ten years of Auckland’s best food and drink, this year’s Taste of Auckland presented by Electrolux just keeps getting better with a host of new talent and attractions added to the line-up. The annual event takes place this year...

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Culinary competitions/awards•Events•Food News

Where’s the best supermarket in NZ’s North Island?

August 3, 2018 by Catherine Milford No Comments

Regular visitors here will know that I’m a big supporter of local. Buying local, eating local, sourcing local; basically supporting the guys who work hard to make their product the best they can. And something many people don’t know is...

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Culinary competitions/awards•Events•Food News•International

2020 World Butchers’ Challenge host city announced

July 17, 2018 by Catherine Milford No Comments

Having been lucky enough to see a few butchers’ challenges and competitions over the years, I can honestly say that watching these guys and girls at work is a bit like watching a surgeon in theatre. The precision and delicacy...

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Culinary competitions/awards•Events•Food News•Restaurants and Cafes

Red meat aficionados recognised in top restaurant awards

June 8, 2018 by Catherine Milford No Comments

It’s a tough job, but someone has to do it! For the past few months, I’ve been quietly dining at some of the fantastic restaurants around New Zealand, tasting and troughing for a great cause – helping to discover which...

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Events•Food News•Projects

Wanted: food donations for Countdown winter appeal

May 28, 2018 by Catherine Milford No Comments

If you’ve been watching the news, you’ll know that there is an increasing number of people needing help just to put food on the table in New Zealand. Winter 2017 saw demand for food parcels rise by 6 per cent...

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alcohol•Blog•Drinks•Events•Wine•wine and drinks

How do you pick your wine?

May 22, 2018 by Catherine Milford No Comments

Today I was lucky enough to be invited to a sneak peek of some of the wines that will be on show at the New Zealand Boutique Wine Festival next month. I managed to slot this wonderful opportunity to taste...

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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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Drinks•Events•Food News•International•Special Occasion

Royal wedding fever? Celebrate by ditching the plastic

May 14, 2018 by Catherine Milford No Comments

SODASTREAM TAKES ITS HAT OFF FOR THE ROYAL WEDDING! Are you excited for Harry and Meghan’s wedding on Saturday? What will she wear? How does the Queen feel about her grandson’s choice of bride? Will Harry shave off his beard?...

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Blog•Events•Family•Lifestyle•Reads•Special Occasion

Mother’s Day Mayhem! Last-minute gifts to melt Mum’s heart

May 1, 2018 by Catherine Milford No Comments

Been planning your Mother’s Day? Got the flowers, the lunch booking… No? Don’t worry – I’ve got you covered! Here are some great ideas that will make Mum believe you planned every minute. Happy Mother’s Day! Wake her up in...

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Events•Food News•Lifestyle

Follow that chop for National Lamb Day!

by Catherine Milford No Comments

We’ve had painted horses around Auckland, a giant duck in the Viaduct – and now we’re on the hunt for a giant lamb chop! National Lamb Day takes place this year on Thursday 24th May, and Beef + Lamb New...

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Culinary competitions/awards•Events•Food News

Who’s Going To Eat All The Pies?

April 20, 2018 by Catherine Milford No Comments

Where’s Ben Bayly gone and what’s with that pie? As readers of this page know, I’m a sucker for a good pie. And by that, I mean a good pie. No soggy bottoms, MGS-gunked middles or gaping holes where filling...

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Culinary competitions/awards•Drinks•Events•Food News•Teas & Coffees

Update: Aucklander wins battle for Top Coffee Artist in Wellington

April 17, 2018 by Catherine Milford No Comments

Always wondered who makes the absolute best coffee? Aucklander John Gordon of Gorilla Gear beat eight other baristas to claim the mantle of Meadow Fresh New Zealand Barista Champion 2018 in Wellington this weekend. Nine baristas from Wanaka to Whangarei battled it out,...

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alcohol•Drinks•Events•Wine

NZ Boutique Wine Festival launches this June

April 15, 2018 by Catherine Milford No Comments

If there’s one thing Kiwis do really well, it’s taking a small idea and owning it. Now some of the country’s smallest winemakers are getting together to create a very cool event. Leading small-production wineries from across the country are...

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alcohol•Culinary competitions/awards•Drinks•Events•Food News

‘Ale’ in a day’s work…

March 20, 2018 by Catherine Milford No Comments

Ever wondered what the best job in the world might be? I reckon this one might be a contender! Finding the best beers and ciders among almost 600 entries is no easy job, but a group of expert judges are stepping...

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alcohol•Events•Food News•Health

Always Graze when you Liaise

March 8, 2018 by Catherine Milford 1 Comment

OK hands up – who enjoys a few light beverages when out with friends? Yep, my hand’s up too. And I’ve certainly had my times when ‘eating’s cheating’ has meant I’ve come home very much the worse for wear. It’s...

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Eating around New Zealand•Eats•Events•Restaurants and Cafes

Dinner In The Sky comes to Auckland with Mumm Grand Cordon Champagne

January 28, 2018 by Catherine Milford No Comments

Exclusive pre-launch party heralds international flying pop-up restaurant While the rest of the country has to wait another ten days at least, to experience this major breakthrough in Champagne, Guests of Dinner in the Sky will be treated to an...

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Christmas•Events•Food News•Special Occasion

What kind of Christmas food shopper are you?

December 20, 2017 by Catherine Milford No Comments

If you’re a foodie, Christmas can mean many things – one of which is getting the food organised! As a nation, Kiwis love Christmas, and there are some of us who like to get organised weeks in advance, stockpiling fruit cake,...

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Eats•Events•Food News•Win

WIN! Tickets to Taste of Auckland 2017

October 27, 2017 by Catherine Milford 8 Comments

Taste of Auckland is back again this year with a fantastic lineup of chefs, restaurants, wines, music and food – and I`ve got a couple of tickets to give away to one lucky reader! Taking place at Western Springs from...

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