Autumn/Winter Archives

Produce guide: What’s in season this July

Enjoy the freshest, cheapest and most nutritious fruit and vegetables this month, thanks to our helpful produce guide. Find out what is in season this July, and what recipes will bring out the best in each seasonal star.

Produce guide: What’s in season this June

Enjoy the freshest, cheapest and most nutritious fruit and vegetables this month, thanks to our helpful produce guide. Find out what is in season this June, and what recipes will bring out the best in each seasonal star.

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Pumpkin and Parmesan scones

These scrumptious scones put leftover pumpkin to excellent use. They're light and fluffy, and the sprinkle of Parmesan on the top adds so much flavour. Enjoy fresh out of the oven, slathered in butter, with a cup of tea.

5 cosy dishes our team makes when we are craving comfort food

In this segment of 'What We Ate', the team shares the dishes they turn to when comfort food is the order of the day - from a spicy pumpkin and tofu curry to a whole lot of warm, soothing soup.

Pumpkin maple cheesecake

This is a perfect dessert when pumpkins are plentiful. With a deliciously crunchy biscuit base and silky smooth filling, it's a wonderful example of just how well pumpkin can transcend the boundary between sweet and savoury.

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14 simple dinners you can make with pantry staples

Whether you are trying to stick to a budget or want to be prepared for emergencies, knowing how to make the most of the ingredients you have on hand is a great cooking skill. To help, we've rounded up 14 recipes that make the most of pantry essentials.

Tamarillo chutney with walnut digestives

Enjoy tamarillo season thanks to our divine chutney recipe, which makes a fantastic gift - even if it's a gift to yourself! It matches beautifully with cheese, pickles, cold meats, and these walnut digestives.

Roast kūmara, green bean, corn and feta frittata

This nourishing dish is perfect as a simple but delicious family dinner. Combining the sweetness of kūmara with the saltiness of feta, and served with homemade tomato relish, Nadia Lim's frittata is always a hit!

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Gluten-free creamy salmon broccoli and penne pasta pots

Fresh winter produce to make the season delicious

Embrace the cold bite of winter thanks to the joys of the season's fresh new produce. Create magic in the kitchen with our scrumptious ideas for enjoying broccoli, pears and pumpkin.

Roasted grape and pumpkin agrodolce platter

Surprisingly, common table grapes relish some roasting time in the oven, transforming into little caramelly globes of flavour which, in this dish, burst sour-sweet deliciousness onto roasted pumpkin. A sprinkle of toasted seeds adds a final, lovely crunch.

Chicken in agrodolce

The traditional Italian sweet and sour sauce, agrodolce, from The Food of Love Cookery School caught Mum’s eye and, in the absence of rabbit, she has used chicken and it’s perfect.

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Creamy turmeric, basil and buttercup soup

If you're looking for a winter warmer, this is the dish for you! Combining creamy buttercup squash with beautiful mild spices and added flavour from cream cheese, a bowl of this soup is like a warm hug.

Parsnip, pear and sage purée

Silky and smooth, this parsnip and pear purée trumps even the best mashed potatoes every time. Serve on the side of a beautiful meat dish with some salad greens for a deliciously warming meal.

Pear, chocolate and burnt butter cake

The burnt butter gives this cake a delicious nutty flavour which pairs well with old friends, pear and chocolate. Serve for a gorgeous gluten-free dessert or a truly indulgent afternoon tea treat.

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Fast and fresh feijoa recipes to make the most of your bumper crop

We've rounded up Nadia magazine's best feijoa recipes so you can enjoy that sweet tang of the delicious green fruit. Because if they’re not dropping all over your lawn yet, they will be soon!

Nici Wickes’ best potatoes ever

Scalloped potatoes, potato gratin, dauphinoise… These dishes get us swooning at their sheer comfort. Feel free to make this delicious potato dish ahead of time and reheat, especially when planning for a dinner party.

Chicken cooked in wine

Cooked a day ahead, coq au vin is a brilliant and easy-to-make dish for serving a large group. With the flavours of wine, mushrooms, smoky bacon and thyme, the slow-cooked chicken is always succulent and juicy.

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Easy seafood mornay

Nici uses crème fraîche to save making a roux for this seafood mornay, and the result is rich and creamy, making for a great way to send the taste buds soaring at the beginning of a feast.