Dinner

Tis the season for this tender, flavoursome, and mouthwatering roast turkey with bacon, onion and sage dressing - perfect for Christmas lunch or dinner!

Timpano is a complicated dish but this is an easier version shared by Poderi Crisci restaurant and vineyard for you to enjoy with family and friends. Recipe by Luca Villari & Antonio Crisci. Photography by Todd Eyre.

Jazz up dinner time with these delicious lamb racks. They are rolled in a delicious seed and spice mix, and served with juicy roasted carrots for the ultimate family meal.

To make a wonderful taco filling, rub the mix into inexpensive cuts of beef and cook long and slow until the meat fibres pull apart easily. Photography by Jani Shepherd / Gatherum Collectif.

I'm sorry to say our Western palate loves beef not wisely but too well. Curiously, however, the beefiest beef bits – generally filed under ox – are maligned. Here is my favourite ox tongue recipe. Part of a sustainable dining event by Taste and Lincoln University. Recipe by: Michael Smith, photography by: Jani Shepherd and styling by: Fiona Hugues.

Served with an exotic herb mixture and warm couscous salad, these lamb riblets are perfect for a summer bbq.

The first fruit curry I tried was from one of Camellia Panjabi’s recipe books and it was a magical experience – not at all as odd as I thought it would be. This is my version and it’s a stand out if you’re looking to expand your repertoire of vegetarian meals.

This wholesome, delicious pasta dish embodies the sustainability concept of root to leaf eating, where nothing goes to waste.

Get spiced with this Moroccan roasted style chicken and cauliflower. Scatter olives and coriander over chicken and serve with a ramekin of greek-style yoghurt.

Sage, prosciutto and red wine? This decadent lamb dish has Italian flare.

Meat-free Monday's start now! These zucchini and black bean enchiladas contains all the protein goodness veg can give, while not compromising on the delicious spicy taste of Mexico.

Italians are the best at vegetarian pasta dishes. We have created a beautiful semolina gnocchi with mushroom ragu recipe for meat-free Monday's.

The perfect combination of sweet and tart, these American style ribs are tender, with a little love and care.

These seeded buckwheat dinner rolls make the perfect addition to your next meal. And they're gluten-free too!

Impress your friends and family with this BBQ whole snapper and green onion mayo at Christmas this year. Fish on the BBQ is very difficult to overcook and is guaranteed to stay moist.

For the everyday vege-quarian, someone who is happy to eat fish and seafood (aka pescetarian). These King-fish ceviche tacos are fresh, citric and delicious. A light meal for lunch or dinner.

Kalamata olive and herb pasta

Tasty, fresh pasta with poached egg and spinach. A perfectly balanced dish full of wholesome, delicious ingredients.

This delectable vegetarian pasta is packed with mushrooms, pecorino and crunchy almonds. Delish! It's also good for diabetics.

Grilled tender steak with a tangy green South American sauce. Perfect for the warmer. And ideal for diabetics, too.

The sweet zing of chicken and lemon is always a great way to add flavour a texture to a chicken roast. Best served with steamed couscous, sliced red onion, parsley and roasted blanched almonds.

This deliciously spicy tahini sweet potato pasta is a quick and easy dish to make! It's raw, grain-free and packed with nutrients. Amanda Brocket shares her recipe from The Raw Food Kitchen Book.

This Mediterranean meatloaf makes a delicious flavoursome dish for the whole family. Serves best with roasted vegetables or a green leafy salad.

Stuffed pickled pork, which has been pressed and sliced makes a great sandwich filling. Serve with sourdough bread, a green salad and some mustard, and you've got perfection.

Treat the people you love at dinner time tonight with Steak Carne Asada Soft Tacos with Guacamole & Salsa Roja! This winning combination is a retaurant6 favourite and now can be on your table and ready to devour in less than 30 minutes!

Kumara & salami pasta bake

A scrumptious family dinner favourite, especially for the vegetarians. The title sounds complicated, but it isn’t really!

Mark Harman is executive chef of the recently opened Salt restaurant in Castor Bay, North Shore. The award-winning chef’s cuisine has received local and international recognition as he pushes the boundaries of international cuisine in competitive cooking. His many awards include the New Zealand Beef & Lamb Hallmark of Excellence Award, three Wellington Culinary Fare medals, including two golds for best overall dishes as well as gold in the National Culinary Fare. Mark has been in the industry for 18 years, working in fine dining establishments such as Sky City Dine Restaurant, Huka Lodge, Bellota and the luxury Amanyara Hotel in the Caribbean. In April 2012, Mark launched his own signature range of epicurean ready-made soups and pestos under the Seasons Gourmet brand – inspired by his desire to bring restaurant quality food to Kiwi homes.

This rustic recipe is our new family favourite. Perfect for a long and lazy Sunday. Photograph by Jani Shepherd and styling by Fiona Hugues – Gatherum Collectif.

Lighten things up with this fresh pesto zucchini pasta - a healthy and delicious dish for dinner tonight!

This is an easy recipe, so don’t be deterred by the cooking time as it’s mostly in the simmering of the meat sauce, or ragu. The three-meat ragu gives you a rich, intense flavour, even more so if made a day ahead. This sauce is wonderfully versatile and can also be served with spaghetti or as a cannelloni filling. Or you could replace it with a vegetarian option, such as caponata (eggplant and celery) or peperonata (capsicum and onion), or go with a mix of steamed mussels, squid and prawns. As long as the baking technique is followed, the filling possibilities are nearly endless. The best lasagne is made with fresh sheets of pasta, so if you have time, make your own. If not, fresh lasagne is available in most supermarkets.

Grilled lamb cutlets, shredded brussel sprout salad, and crisp mashed potatoes make for a perfect midweek dinner for two. This recipe is suitable for diabetics.

Ciabatta dinner roles are perfect alongside soup, stews or casseroles to mop up the juices, or with olive oil and balsamic vinegar for dipping.

Bring the heat with this wonderful red curry risotto dish, complete with chunks of chicken and beans.

A leg of lamb symbolises comfort and familiarity and it always tastes delicious. This leg of lamb made exciting with a delicious citrus herb crust that will accentuate its succulent flavours.

Hamilton restaurant Dough Bros shared with us this mouth watering smoky pork ribs with apple slaw recipe. This fresh, colourful slaw compliments the smoky barbeque ribs flavours perfectly.

Liver is rich and savoury, so the potato latkes and apple sauce helps balance this dish out.

Kimchi is right ‘on point’ these days and adds a wonderful heat, texture and cut-through to anything rich. This is good time party food!

Sweetbreads add richness and a wonderful texture to any dish. They are a little bit of work, with the pre-poaching and peeling of the outer membrane, but ‘hand on heart’ they are soooo worth it!

On the side of this satisfying winter dish, serve a simple fresh salad with a sharp vinaigrette and crusty bread with lashings of butter.

It doesn’t get much better than this. Tender lamb shoulder with Israeli couscous & labneh makes for a succulent dish. Recipe from Gourmet Traveller.

This ramen stock has been inspired by a David Chang recipe in his book Momofuku. Make it a day ahead (it simmers for 6-7 hours) then refrigerate.

Dining like a king doesn’t have to mean complicated. This straightforward, fresh and delicious quick roast beef with cavolo nero & almond sauce is simple and divine.

Sink your fork through a buttery, golden crust to reveal the delicious, hearty centre of this eggplant and mushroom pie. We've added pasta pieces into the filling for extra texture, flavour and comfort!

Quick and easy, but packed full of flavour and the goodness of legumes, this delicious Indian spiced dhal curry makes a great weeknight dinner. Serve it with refreshing mango chutney yoghurt for an extra authentic touch.

Slow cooking delicious pork and sweet prunes creates a tender, caramelised flavour that you will love. Enjoy your flavoursome stew over a bed of creamy mash for the ultimate family Winter warmer.

Hearty, warming and packed full of flavour, this delicious pork and lemon grass curry is the easiest way you'll make an authentic Asian style curry at home. Simply pop all the ingredients in the slow-cooker, and let the magic happen.

Invite the family over for some of these deliciously succulent grilled steak tacos with sweet and zesty pineapple salsa! The perfect flavour combination for summertime BBQ's!

Fresh, simple and nourisihing. This one−pot wonder with wholesome poached chicken and soba noodles makes the perfect dinner idea for the cooler nights. Suitable for the 2-Day Fast Diet.

Enjoy this nutritious and flavoursome pasta dish, loaded with a punchy and nutty almond and walnut paste, sweet pears and broad beans! Healthy dinner options have never tasted so good!

Vietnamese rice pancakes make a great shared dinner idea. Whip up some rice and coconut pancakes, set out the fillings and let dinner guests create their own eating adventure.

This impressive restaurant-style dish from Liliana Battle's book, 'Easy Home Cooking Italian Style' can now be made at home. This stunning dish is often called ‘Raviolo of the Sun’ because of the bright yellow of the yolk as it oozes out once cut.

Spice up dinner time with these delicious Korean style steak tacos. We've served them with pickled veggies for extra freshness and zing. The family will love assembling them and eating with their hands.

This kale, chilli and parmesan pasta is packed with bags of flavour and heat, and makes for a quick and nutritious dinner idea!

Fresh snapper barbecued in an authentic, rich sauce takes this fish favorite back to basics. Light, delicate but bursting with flavour, this aromatic sauce is a winner.

These spicy lamb sausages team up really well with sweet peppers and couscous. Serve with a big green salad of mixed leaves (add some baby beetroot and silverbeet leaves if you have them).

This tasty skillet cornbread with beef and bean chilli recipe will have you coming back for seconds! Quick, comforting and delicious - the perfect dinner idea for those busier nights!

This nourishing chicken and sugar snap pea pasta is perfect for mid-week dinner ideas. Quick and easy, and packed with bags of mouth-watering flavour!

Snuggle up and enjoy a big bowl of this deliciously cheesy and creamy baked pasta with ham, blue cheese and fennel. The ultimate comfort food for the cooler winter nights.

Excite your tastebuds with this delicious tandoori lamb cutlet dish, with a side of flavoursome green onion roti.

Warm up the family with this delicious potato and pumpkin gnocchi with flavoursome rocket pesto - a perfect comfort meal for the colder winter nights.

Warm, hearty and utterly delicious, these lamb meatballs are simmered in the slow cooker to tender perfection in a fragrant spicy tomato sauce. Serve with warm pasta or mashed tomato for a delicious family dinner idea.

This traditional French chicken, bacon and mushroom stew is made even more flavoursome when cooked overnight in a slow cooker. Just breathe in and smell the aromas...

Love lamb? Try these mouthwatering, juicy, and oh-so-succulent tamarind and lemon grass lamb ribs - perfect for your next BBQ or dinner party with friends.

This flavour-packed curry is packed full of fresh seafood and spice that will delight your loved ones. This hearty Sri Lankan seafood curry is a must try on those cooler Winter evenings.

This hearty bake by Gennaro Contaldo's book, The Pasta Book, combines four types of oozy melted cheese with fresh ham, crunchy walnuts and perfectly cooked spirali.

Perfect for impressing loved ones at dinner party, this divine pasta and beef dish is taken from Gennaro Contaldo's book, The Pasta Book. The combination of tender slow cooked stuffed beef involtini, fresh pasta and a fragrant tomato ragu is unbeatable.

This deliciously fragrant seafood pasta dish from Gennaro Contaldo's book, The Pasta Book, is packed full of protein and flavour that'll keep you coming back for more. It's the perfect dish for a dinner party with friends and family!

Looking for a twist on the classic winter stew? Get creative in the kitchen with this hearty vegetable stew with delicious polenta dumplings.

Warm yourself up on a winter's night with this hearty and delicious Spanish oxtail and chickpea soup.

Perfect for a chilly winter's night- the entire family will love this nourishing chicken and leek soup.

Love Thai food? Then you can't go past this full-of-flavour coconut curried beef - hearty and delicious.

Indulge your taste buds with this delicious healthy soft-boiled egg and brown rice nasi goreng- perfect for lunch or dinner.

A homemade pie is a thing of beauty, and this chicken and leek pie is simply amazing. If you’re short on time, you can use store-bought pastry or a ready-roasted chicken, but I never cheat with the white wine sauce – this is what makes the filling so creamy!

Julie Goodwin's glorious braised pork rashers are slow cooked in a Chinese style marinade to create this beautiful melt-in-your-mouth meat dish.

Slow cooked to tender perfection, Julie Goodwin's wonderful lamb shank cacciatore is gorgeous served with creamy mashed potato to create a warming family dinner.

The perfect combination of sage and lemon puts a delicious twist on the humble roast chicken in this recipe by Tobie Puttock from his book 'The Chef Gets Healthy'.

Thick, hearty and meaty, this delicious beef bolognese sauce goes perfectly with freshly cooked pasta. Julie cooks her meat for six hours for extra flavour and a wonderful texture.

Warm, hearty and wonderfully fragrant, this beautiful chicken korma recipe by Julie Goodwin is slow cooked for three hours to create intense Indian flavours and tender, moist meat that melts in your mouth.

This thick, hearty lamb neck chop and lentil stew is brilliant served with a dollop of creamy kumara carrot mash. It's the perfect combination of flavours for a warming family dinner.

Warm, hearty and packed full of veggies, this tasty Italian bean stew is a real family favourite for cool Winter evenings. It's also vegetarian friendly and full of nutrients!

Packed full of protein and flavour, this hearty chicken and chorizo stew is brilliant on a cool evening for a tasty family dinner without the hassle.

Hot, thick and hearty, this glorious pork, mushroom and marsala stew makes the ultimate comfort food for a cool Winter evening. Scoop yourself a bowl straight out of the pot, and enjoy with a slice of crusty bread.

Packed full of beautifully fresh seafood, this hearty Spanish stew is the ultimate comfort food for cooler evenings with the family.

This salmon pasta is so pretty, it could pass at a dinner party! You will love this zesty green sauce that can be used in many other recipes too.

Deliciously tender pork fillets served on a bed of sweet pumpkin mash.

An impressive dish with attractive layers of golden pastry, greens and vibrant salmon.