Annabel Langbein's Mediterranean salad. Photo / Annabel Langbein Media
The concept of Meatless Monday has been around for almost 15 years and has been taken up in44 countries around the globe. But you may want to transform that into a lifestyle change and ditch eating meat for good, whether it's for ethical or health reasons.
Kiwi chef Annabel Langbein has shared a few meatless meal ideas to cook on the barbecue this summer, dispelling the notion that the only good thing to cook over the coals is meat.
Delaney's smoked fish spread. Photo / Doug Sherring
It's the perfect time of year for entertaining and, for a break from the barbecue, there is nothing better than a decent platter in place of a main meal.
Delaney Mes shares three recipes that work well as part of a platter, or on their own for a little something to go with a drink in the sun.
One of the steak dishes at The Grill. Photo / NZ Herald
Canvas writer Kim Knight visits The Grill by Sean Connolly, half a decade after it opened in Auckland's CBD, to find that they have not slipped up over the years.
"The service, which, in similarly pricey restaurants can sometimes feel intimidating, was exactly the right mix of professional (warm towels, artisan bread and butter, regular water refills) and friendly (yes, the clams were one of the waitperson's favourites too)," she boasts.
But while following a plant-based diet could help you lose weight quickly, there are some potential health risks, according to one registered nutritionist.
Venture down Auckland's Dominion Road to sample the best of its Chinese food and culture. With almost ten food stops along the way, you'll get to sample everything from dumplings to noodles while guides take you through China's fascinating history.
The first tour of 2017 is this Saturday 14 January, 3pm - 6pm. See eventfinda.co.nz for full details and to buy tickets.
