NEWS
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Women in Food and Drink Aotearoa New Zealand
Congratulations to these magnificent women who were recognised for their valuable contributions to our national food-and-drink story as we celebrated diversity and women’s empowerment at the Women In Food & Drink Aotearoa New Zealand Awards for 2024.
In a world of ‘busy’ make being healthier more convenient for you
Did you start the new year with the greatest intentions to create new health resolutions that would last the year this time?
Design File / Yuka O’Shannessy / Public Record / Auckland
Omotenashi’ is the Japanese way of hospitality, an ethic imbued with…
Women in Food and Drink Awards Event 2024
Watch our video and see the photos from the Women In Food & Drink…
Zealong Tea Estate
The Zealong Tea Estate, located in Gordonton in the beautiful Waikato and just…
Krug’s Harmonious Symphony: A Culinary Overture with Onslow
In the realm of Champagne, the House of Krug has orchestrated a new chapter in…
Gold Standards
When bourbon producer Maker’s Mark found a Kiwi honey company with compatible…
Chocstock 2024: Beyond the Block
Prepare to delight your senses in a world of chocolatey goodness at Chocstock…
2024 GUIDE
Dine Like a Local: Cuisine’s Guide to Aotearoa’s Best Bites. Explore a diverse range of restaurants – established favourites and exciting newcomers – all recognised for outstanding atmosphere, service, and delicious menus.
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Cuisine Good Food Guide Hatted Restaurants
Resilience, innovation and exceptional dining experiences are the hallmarks of this past year’s Cuisine Good Food Awards, with a commitment to excellence within the New Zealand hospitality industry.
Cuisine Good Food Guide Category Winners
Discover the best restaurants, chefs and innovators of the year across New Zealand’s culinary scene. From Restaurant of the Year to Regional, Metropolitan and Rising Talent, meet the award-winners shaping the future of dining out.
Cuisine Good Food Guide Destinations
Start planning your best-ever culinary adventures with Cuisine’s Good Food Guide Destinations. From casual to high-end global tastes to wineries that deliver a great menu or favourites we return to again and again, you are guaranteed a deliciously good time.
Zealong Tea Estate
The Zealong Tea Estate, located in Gordonton in the beautiful Waikato and just…
Krug’s Harmonious Symphony: A Culinary Overture with Onslow
In the realm of Champagne, the House of Krug has orchestrated a new chapter in…
Camellia Restaurant: A French Affair Amidst the Tranquil Tea Fields of Zealong
Nestled within the warm embrace of the Zealong Tea Estate, Camellia Restaurant…
Gold Standards
When bourbon producer Maker’s Mark found a Kiwi honey company with compatible…
RECIPES
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Wagyu Steak with Teppanyaki Vegetables
Japanese food can be very simple and I love the flavours and quick cooking style of teppanyaki for…
Curry Udon with Tofu Katsu
Japanese curry with crunchy katsu is super popular and delicious, but pre-made golden curry mixes…
Lotus Root Gratin
One of my favourite snacks at teppanyaki restaurants in Tokyo was sliced lotus grilled on the hot…
Stuffed Kabocha
I love roasting whole stuffed kabocha squash and a Japanese sticky rice dish such as kayaku gohan…
Oden with Squid & Homemade Fish Cakes
Oden is a simmered stew/soup with various components that soak up the flavours of the broth. The…
Home-Style
Inspired by the flavours of Japan, Fiona Smith makes warming dishes perfect for the home table.
More than a woman
Throughout the years chefs have created dishes inspired by famous women – Fiona Smith pays homage to some classics.
Best dressed
Whether they are the centrepiece or on the side, Ginny Grant’s fresh, seasonal salads are packed with the flavours of summer.
Nourish with Style
Fiona Hugues hosts a stylish menu to celebrate the best late-summer produce.
TRAVEL
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All that’s good to eat
The winners of the annual North Course competition put North Canterbury gourmet produce top of the menu, finds Alexia Santamaria.
Wine, gin, dine
Kelli Brett visits a one-stop destination to experience great Martinborough flavour.
Land of the good grove
New openings and wildly popular favourites make Hamilton a top foodie destination, says Alexia Santamaria.
A great New Zealand gourmet weekend – Northland
Kelli Brett unearths some heavyweights with regard to Northland…
HOSPITALITY
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We’re Watching… Chantelle Nicholson
Tracy Whitmey meets a world-recognised Kiwi chef bringing her no-waste focus to a new TV series.
A New Zealand Food Story
Ben Bayly looks ahead to season 3 of A New Zealand Food Story in which he tells the tales of New Zealand’s food and the people behind it.
A Menu of a Lifetime
Kelli Brett in conversation with leading Australian chef Danielle Alvarez.
Rachel Hall – The lighthouse keeper
When Rachel Hall left school and started work in a sewing factory she…
Why New Zealand’s great restaurants deserve your support.
Earlier this year, I caught up with Sid and Chand Sahrawat for a very…
DRINKS
Explore the diversity of the Aotearoa New Zealand beverage landscape. From wine to cocktails, craft beers and everything in-between, the Cuisine Drinks Hub caters to all. Visit our Drinks Hub Here
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Like water
Stephen Wong MW (Master of Wine), explores how the Japanese concept of purity can enlighten our pinot noir, with Kenichi Ohashi, MW (Master of Wine).
Good Vintage, Good Pinot Noir
Spectacular wines from the 2021 vintage star in this pinot noir tasting, says Mary-Thérèse Blair.
Pinot Gris is cool again
The recent vintage of cool-climate pinot gris delivers fresh, bright wines perfect for drinking this summer, says MARY-THÉRÈSE BLAIR.
NZ Pinot Noir
I admit to questioning why someone would name a wine brand after something that inherently smells bad, such as a wet jacket.
NZ & International Pinot Gris
After a challenging couple of years for pinot gris in New Zealand we appear to have struck gold with the 2023 vintage.
NZ & International Other Whites
I’m constantly telling people that judging wine is difficult but, let me tell you, they’re not buying what I’m selling.
NZ Sauvignon Blanc
I always feel a tad intimidated when the topic of sauvignon blanc comes around.
Zealong Tea Estate
The Zealong Tea Estate, located in Gordonton in the beautiful Waikato and just…
Krug’s Harmonious Symphony: A Culinary Overture with Onslow
In the realm of Champagne, the House of Krug has orchestrated a new chapter in…
Gold Standards
When bourbon producer Maker’s Mark found a Kiwi honey company with compatible…
Chocstock 2024: Beyond the Block
Prepare to delight your senses in a world of chocolatey goodness at Chocstock…