Food
Duck Island ice cream celebrates its 10th birthday
Kiwis eat more ice cream per capita than any other country, and the deluxe flavours of Duck Island have cemented the brand as a national favourite. Audio
Canterbury's largest food rescue faces staff losses
Canterbury's largest food rescue, Kairos, needs $70,000 in less than a week to avoid cutting staff and services. General manager Stuart Ennor spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Champagne sales sink because people don't want to celebrate
The total number of Champagne shipments from France sank nearly 10 per cent last year to 271 million bottles, marking the second consecutive year of declines as inflation-weary consumers cut back and…
Taste in Music authors Luke Pyenson and Alex Bleeker
What happens when a musician, food and travel journalist makes a book? The answer is a thoughtful collection of essays and conversations about kai, music scenes and genres. Tony Stamp speaks to the… Audio
The Kiwi making juice for thirsty New Yorkers
Tom Wright's journey began humbly on the back of his bike, peddling his product during the pandemic and dropping orders door to door. Audio
No new oriental fruit flies spotted
The search continues after a single fly was found in South Auckland earlier this month.
Is non-alcoholic beer all it's cracked up to be?
Summer is the time when you're looking to quench your thirst, and you might think a nice zero-alcohol beer or soda with a twist could be a healthier option. But are you getting what you think you are… Audio
Peter Gordon: Raw fish on twice cooked sesame kumara
Peter Gordon is the pioneer of fusion food and for 40 years he's gathered ingredients, textures and techniques from the kitchens of the world. Audio
Grocery prices rose 2.7% during 2024
Butter, milk and olive oil were more expensive while fruit and vegetables were cheaper.
Would you pay $220 for a pizza?
That's the challenge from a pizzeria trying to deter fans of one contentious flavour. Audio
Chef Peter Gordon - Mexican chocolate cake
Peter Gordon is the pioneer of fushion food and for 40 years he's gathered ingredients, textures and techniques from the kitchens of the world. He's owned award winning restaurants from Wellington to… Audio
Chef Josh Emett cooking up a menu for sailing royalty
The superstar Kiwi chef has designed the menu for the upcoming Sail GP event in Auckland on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 January. Audio
Ice cream for Vanuatu
Thomas Bros Orchard in Motueka have dedicated their busiest day of the season to fundraising efforts for the families of staff members in Vanuatu. Audio
Why does iced coffee cost more?
Is it a coffee conspiracy or do the iced versions of our favourite drinks really cost more to produce?
Wellington bakery creating new pie flavours every day
Korean Gochujang pork belly is popular and people go bonkers for the Big Mac in a pie. But the pie de jour is their beef brisket with jalapeno bacon relish. Audio
Fruit fly incursion: No new insects found as intensive search continues
Biosecurity NZ said its staff were on the ground in south Auckland checking traps and collecting disposal bins.
Five of the best classic Kiwi pubs
According to travel writer Peter Janssen it must be built before 1967, have been continuously serving beer and have some architectural integrity. Audio
Getting adventurous with the classic Kiwi pie
Bakers Joe and Carey Player at Wellington's Salut Pies create new flavours almost daily, ranging from red thai curry to eggs benedict. Audio
The best classic pubs
Travel writer Peter Janssen joins Anna Thomas to share five iconic, historic, and road-trippable Kiwi pubs. Audio
It's time to snap up watermelons, stonefruit and cucumbers
A cold summer is not translating into high fruit and vege prices, an expert says. Audio
