Latest Food & Drink
That cup of coffee may have a long-term perk
New York Times: A new study has found links between coffee drinking and healthy ageing.
Auckland's top chef, best new eatery crowned
Resilience and innovation were celebrated at the annual Auckland hospitality awards.
Is red meat bad for your heart? It may depend on who funded the study
New York Times: How red meat industry funding could distort health research.
Nine essential foods to help you stay healthy when you retire
Telegraph: From chicken to yoghurt - eating well age you age is vitally important.
Make the most of feijoa season with roasted feijoa, bacon and feta salad
It's perfect for a lazy lunch with friends.
How pickle lemonade took over the group chat
NY Times: The sweet-tart drink, with cousins around the world, elicits strong opinions.
Recipes
Slow-cooking secrets: How to master flavourful meals with ease
Master the art of slow cooking with essential methods, tips and flavour secrets
Soba to spaghetti: Why chilled noodles are the perfect summer meal
Cool down with flavour-packed chilled noodle dishes – easy, versatile and delicious.
Cold brew, hot summer: How to make the perfect iced coffee at home
Beat the heat with DIY iced coffee.
The best produce to eat in January and February
It's the perfect time to enjoy vibrant, flavourful fruit and vegetables.
Take it outside: How to eat alfresco without any fuss
Alfresco dining has evolved beyond the classic BBQ. Nikki Birrell shares her advice.
Recipes from Fresh
Sweet Chilli Crumbed Dory Bao Buns
Kids will love these bao buns - quick and easy to make but packed with flavour!
Smoked salmon poke bowl
As beautiful to look at as it is to eat, this poke bowl is a light and healthy lunch...
Chicken Burger with a Twist
Give the traditional chicken burger an Asian twist with teriyaki sauce...
Fish Baguette with Tartare Sauce
Treat yourself at lunchtime! Take a few minutes to put this fish baguette together...
Thai Coconut Poached Fish
Spicy Thai basil provides an aromatic background to this recipe.
Apple, Walnut, and Bacon Stuffed Pork Loin
This rolled and stuffed pork roast makes an impressive dish for a cold night.
Latest Recipe collections
Cauli-power: The best cauliflower recipes
It’s come a long way from being boiled and bland - look what cauliflower can do now.
Baking with feijoa
Feijoa season is upon us, so get baking with these cake, muffin and slice recipes.
30-minute 5-ingredient meals
Quick and simple meal solutions, for when you need dinner on the table in a hurry
Restaurant Reviews
Celebrated Auckland restaurant on K Road to close
The restaurant was praised as Auckland’s best new opening in 2019 by Jesse Mulligan.
Canterbury’s dining renaissance: Exploring three culinary gems
How three upmarket venues are going beyond a meal to provide a full culinary experience.
How to eat your way around London’s department stores
Spolier: Harrods is particularly delicious.
How to make the most of 48 hours in Central Otago
No dilly-dallying - there’s a lot of ground to cover.
Why now is the perfect time to take a bite out of Bangkok
Bangkok’s food scene has never looked — or tasted — so good.
Feuds, food and famous guests: Auckland’s fine-dining godfather reveals secrets and scandals
‘Disgusting’: A key restaurant ingredient that Tony Astle says needs an overhaul.
More Food & Drink news
Why this weekend is perfect for exploring Auckland's vibrant events
Pry yourself from the clutches of your couch and explore Tāmaki Makaurau.
How to give new life to overlooked kitchen leftovers
Even spent vanilla pods and coriander stems deserve a second act in your kitchen.
Why your child is a picky eater - and what parents can do about it
Expert tips on why kids resist certain foods and how to encourage adventurous eating.
How to make a family-friendly tomato relish
It can take the humble cheese sandwich to new heights.
Dr Libby on the one health fix 'that changes everything'
The biochemist talks to the Herald about NZ's iron problem and how we can address it now.
Dr Libby on the one health fix 'that changes everything'
The biochemist talks to the Herald about NZ's iron problem and how we can address it now.
Quick and tasty Kung Pao chicken recipe for busy weeknights
Craving something sweet, spicy and savoury? This is the ideal meal.
Slow-cooking secrets: How to master flavourful meals with ease
Master the art of slow cooking with essential methods, tips and flavour secrets
The six definitive rules of office lunch etiquette
How to handle eating at your desk, sharing a kitchen, hosting a celebration and more.
Which NZ winery came out on top in 2025's best of the year awards?
A Central Otago winery took out top spot for the second year running.
Watch: 'He was over it': Maccas worker tells customers to halve their order and ‘ration it’
They wanted two dinner boxes. The worker had other ideas.
Why this Turkish breakfast is the perfect Mother's Day surprise
Follow this simple recipe to treat mum to something a bit different.
Weekend baking inspiration: Rich hazelnut shortbread biscuits with chocolate
These biscuits make a beautiful gift for someone special.