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Can you do Xmas dinner for $10 a head?
Solo mum Loreen Shields shares her secrets for doing Christmas on a budget.

How much booze are you getting for your buck?
A larger pour of wine on menus scrutinised by the Herald equated to a third of a bottle.

Glen Lindores 1494: World's oldest whiskey still uncovered
The world's oldest whisky still was found in an abbey with a Braveheart connection.

Politician mocked over 'sad, dodgy' looking dinner
"A proper meal and far better than a #salad." The internet did not agree.

Country of origin food labelling getting closer
Eleventh-hour inclusion for bacon and other smallgoods.

McDonald's new Kiwi-as McFlurry revealed
The ultimate Kiwi McFlurry is here - but is it any good?

Focus: McDonald's release limited edition Kiwi-as McFlurry
McDonald's and Uber Eats have teamed up with an iconic Kiwi brand, Cookie Time to release a limited edition McFlurry flavour that will only be available via Uber Eats, for one week.

Should you make family pay to attend Christmas Dinner?
Is it okay to charge those attending your family Christmas in order to help cover costs?

Police investigating needle found in capsicum
Countdown spokesperson said the incident was referred to police who are investigating.

The foods with more sugar than Coke
Surprising supermarket foods that have even more sugar than soft drink.

Sweet treats teen baker's ticket to NY
Unicorn cupcakes and mermaid tails might be teen's ticket to NY city.

So this is what The Great Kiwi Bake Off feels like
Emma Hogg's cake classes have gathered quite a loyal following.

Research shows having a local pub has social and emotional benefits
If you're heading to the pub after work, there's evidence you're improving your life ...

Instant noodle diet lands student in hospital
University student's unusual shopping spree savings plan backfires.

Well-done, medium-rare or rare?
New Zealanders have voted on the great steak debate - how should it be cooked?

MasterChef judge Monica Galetti on her Samoan-Kiwi roots
'I've worked a lot overseas but I am Samoan-Kiwi. It's who I am.'

Niki Bezzant: Time to stop judging diabetics
COMMENT: Health is an area where we are sometimes quick to judge others.

Say 'Oui oui' to a French class at home
Hayley McLarin falls in love with French cooking at home.

Bunnings sausages: Chef reveals 'safest' place for onions
Is there a better place for the onions on your Bunnings banger? This chef thinks so.

Onions really are dangerous: 3000 ACC claims for injuries
There have been over 3000 onion-related claims through ACC since 2013.

Focus: Mark Gregory demonstrates how to make the perfect BBQ sausage
Chef, Mark Gregory demonstrates how to make the perfect BBQ sausage.

Embarrassing menu mistakes we make
When travelling in Italy, foreigners tend to make mistakes when they order food.

Study: Third of world's food goes to waste
A third of the world's food is lost before it ever reaches anyone's plate.

Fatal meal: Daughter died from horrific allergic reaction
"People often joke 'it can't be that bad' without realising it can be life-threatening".

Embarrassing menu mistakes to avoid
Avoid looking like an idiot with these tips on how to order.