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Air NZ defends stingy wine claims

Air New Zealand will broaden the range of wine in premium cabins as it pushes back on claims it is being stingy in economy.

Wine experts picked for Air NZ cellar

Air NZ has appointed two leading international wine judges and commentators to help select the one million bottles of wine its passengers drink annually.

Food critic slams 'amateur diners'

One of the country's leading food writers has launched a withering attack on "amateur diners" who she says are destroying the reputations of top eateries.

Eat, drink + be merry! Memorable meals

The maxim that it's not what you eat for dinner, but who you share it with, now has scientific credence.

Why there's so much love for S.P.Q.R (+recipe)

S.P.Q.R, hallmark of Auckland dining and Ponsonby road staple for over twenty years, publishes the cookbook <i>S.P.Q.R</i> with the restaurant's recipes, photographs and, republished here, a tribute written by Simon Farrell-Green.

Nut spread recalled amid allergy fears

A major supermarket chain has issued a recall of a breakfast spread over fears it contains traces of peanuts, which could pose a danger for those with a peanut allergy.

Ten strangest ingredients in craft beer

Craft beers are gaining in popularity here and around the world. As a result, some brewers are steering away from traditional ingredients, opting instead for unique (and wacky) flavours.

From the vine (+recipes)

Embrace the plentiful bounty from flourishing vege gardens and local markets with simple, fresh and delicious recipes

Fruity little numbers, and farewell (+recipes)