Oranges

A gorgeously zesty spin on a classic sponge

There’s nothing better than eating straight out of the pan, especially when it's this deliciously sweet date, orange and croissant bread and butter pudding.

A yummy cake using new season oranges with a zesty citrus icing. You can easily make this cake ahead and keep in the freezer for any occasion

This lovely citrus slice is just perfect as a sweet picnic snack, or served as dessert with plain yoghurt and a drizzle of honey. It's gluten-free too - so everyone can enjoy the goodness!

Penny Allan of Dunedin's No7 Balmac shares the recipe for their silky-smooth condensed milk flan, so you can enjoy a gorgeous restaurant-style dessert whenever you like! Pair with their orange marmalade for an added treat.

This gluten-free orange drizzle cake is about as light and fluffy as they come! Enjoy a slice for an indulgent afternoon tea or a sweet-but-not-too-sweet dessert, served generously with that glorious orange syrup.

If you’re looking for pure comfort in a glass as winter closes in, you can’t go too far wrong with mulled wine. This recipe combines the fruity flavours of orange and cranberry with subtle spices to create a luscious, warming tipple.

These gorgeous pumpkin and orange buns taste divine, look incredible and are so easy to pull off! Plus they make fantastic use of fresh seasonal winter produce. Serve slathered in icing for a delicious snack.

I love this late autumn dish of Mum’s. Chicken baked with plenty of rosemary, orange juice and peel with soft petals of capsicum. It bursts with flavour!

This moist and tangy cake is a version of a cake by one of my favourite food writers, Diana Henry. Delightfully zingy and topped with a gorgeous orange and pomegranate syrup, this recipe is always a winner!

It’s a classic for a reason, but I love this version that’s crammed full of orange and lime instead of lemon. All it takes is one bite, and you’ll never look back! Whip it up for a gorgeous citrus-spiked dessert.

This indulgent cake is every chocolate lover's dream. Filled with a delicious combination of orange marmalade and mascarpone and topped with ganache and chocolate shavings, it's a dessert that everyone will adore.

This salad combines the sweetness of beetroot with the tanginess of orange, adding in a delicious crunch from walnut and the creamy tartness of labneh. Serve as a flavour explosion on the side of a main dish!

Crêpes may be a time-consuming task, but they're a labour of love that are oh-so worth it. Drizzled in Nici Wickes' delicious orange caramel sauce, these babies are the perfect weekend brunch dish.

We can't get enough of this beautiful grilled chicken. Marinated in an incredibly flavoursome orange and cumin dressing, it's a succulent barbecue dish you can't pass up.

Packed full of all the good things, this salad is a star. Smoked salmon really benefits from the hit of sweet and citrusy orange, moreish edamame beans plus a dressing full of sesame and saltiness.

Get your bake on this Christmas with this cranberry orange mini loaves recipe, which makes four delicious mini loaves. Perfect for gifting or to keep for your own feast!

These little balls are a fantastic standby for an after-dinner sweet treat, and great to have on hand for unexpected guests.

This magical marmalade is so fantastic with the orange mellowing the grapefruit, and the lime and lemon creating a sharp tang. We're loving this marmalade on toast for breakfast!

This deliciously sweet orange-scented tamarillo and walnut meringue slice is baked until lightly browned and crisp and is perfect for afternoon tea - you won't be disappointed!

This ruffle cake with tamarillo and orange is easy to make and magical in its crunchy and soft custardy texture. Paired with tamarillo, it’s perfect for dessert.

Nici's deliciously creamy orange cardamom rice pudding with dulce de leche is a classic yet comforting dessert; perfect for the whole family to enjoy served with whipped cream and orange rind.

These comforting and delicious persimmon cranberry crumble cups will be perfect for any friend or family member to enjoy a tasty winter dessert.

This kūmara cake recipe is a showstopper! Superfood kūmara adds an unbeatable moistness and texture to this cake, while citrusy orange takes the frosting, syrup and topping to a whole new level

A classic Italian dessert gets a tropical makeover with this mango and orange tiramisu recipe. Simple to make yet impressive to serve, this clever dessert is irresistible served in slices with raspberry sauce

Nici Wickes' carrot and lentil salad recipe is destined to become a favourite in your house. Drizzle with tangy orange mustard dressing and serve with lamb, or enjoy it on its own – it’s that good!

Orange rind and a hint of brandy boosts the flavour of this decadent custard recipe. Serve with your traditional Christmas pudding for a truly festive dessert that everyone will love

Nici Wickes' Christmas pudding recipe creates a less-rich dessert that's covered in beautiful oranges and served with a wonderful warm honey and citrus sauce, whipped cream and brandy butter

Classic lemon delicious gets a citrusy twist in this easy marmalade delicious pudding recipe. Served in individual ramekins, these puds are sure to go down a treat at your next sweet event

Nici Wickes shares her mum's recipe for marmalade steamed pudding. While this inexpensive dessert has a rep of being slightly stodgy, this one is light and buttery. Even marmalade haters will love it!

Nici Wickes highlights just how good orange and choc are together in this recipe. Using almond meal and flour ensures a moist cake that stores well. Adding chocolate takes it from loaf to super-loaf!

Nici Wickes shares her mum's version of these old favourites. This Easter biscuits recipe is packed with so much flavour and uses less flour so that the biscuits are truly tender and delicious

This gluten-free almond orange cake recipe creates a moist, dense cake that's covered in a delicious mascarpone icing and sweet almond praline. Enjoy a slice of this indulgent cake with a hot cuppa

The Lucky Taco shares the recipe for their refreshing hibiscus cooler. It’s tangy, sweet and sour and tastes somewhere between pomegranate and cranberry juice. It’s a perfect complement to a spicy, hot taco

The secret to this soft and fluffy brown butter and orange madeleines recipe is to allow the batter to chill before baking. Dust with icing sugar and enjoy these gorgeous little French cakes while they're fresh

This wonderfully light orange roulade with mascarpone filling creates the perfect cake for special occasions.

Perfect for afternoon tea, enjoy these light, buttery orange and cardamom shortbreads with a hot cup of tea or coffee

These brandy snaps are so delicate and lace-like. Filled with creamy ricotta and orange, this recipe makes the perfect sweet treat at the end of a meal

Create a deliciously cooling dessert with this recipe for frozen orange pots. Enjoy on hot days, spiked with citrus and topped with syrup and caramelised orange

Nici Wickes' grilled haloumi salad recipe is so juicy and zingy, it pings with flavour. Fruit, like the oranges and apples in this dish, is the perfect way to add a refreshing twist to savoury summer salads

This delightful orange and almond cakes recipe sounds fancy, but it really is so simple to make. Pair with citrus mascarpone for a perfect creamy finish

Scented with olive oil, orange zest and fennel, Nici Wickes' biscuit recipe transcends sweet and savoury. Wrap stacks in waxed paper and include goat cheese or blue cheese for the perfect gift

Create this perfectly creamy, zesty orange creme caramel pudding recipe as a beautiful dessert. Topped with homemade caramel sauce and almonds, this is the perfect dessert to enjoy with loved ones

Served in individual glasses, these spiced orange and Cointreau cheesecakes combine subtle citrus flavours with spice and creamy filling

Acquaint yourself with summer's best cocktail thanks to this easy Aperol spritz recipe. Light and refreshing, you'll cool down instantly with this cocktail in hand

When chocolate and orange collide, magic happens! Try Nici Wickes' chocolate pastry tart and discover the wonderful combination of creamy ricotta, dark chocolate and vibrant citrus

A thick wedge of this zesty cake goes perfectly with a hot cup of tea.

These brandy snaps are so lace-like and deliciously filled with orange-scented cream. They make a perfect sweet treat at the end of a meal

These chocolate crêpes are thin and soft, with a nutella filling. Recipe and styling by Fiona Hugues. Photography by Jani Shepherd; Gatherum Collectif.

Ready in five minutes, this light and fluffy orange and poppy seed citrus cake is completely mixed and microwaved in one mug. Enjoy this quick dessert warm with a dollop zesty cream cheese.

A delicious refined sugar free crêpe where natural fruits is where the sweetness derives.

This orange and almond cake is perfect for afternoon tea.

This is the most refreshingly delicious hot weather dessert you could ever have. Late season strawberries are a favourite as they are more intensely sweet than the tart early varieties, but they cost more, so my ever-economical mum combines them with cut oranges to make them go further.

This is one of my favourite summertime flavour combinations, and the colours make eating it a treat. I garnish this dish with nasturtium leaves and flowers, which are found growing wild just about everywhere from the beach to a Ponsonby roadside! They’re not essential, but look great with the blood orange.

Named after a former Barcelona goalkeeper, Francisco Urruticoechea, as it was his favourite drink.

Pimm's is a gin-based liquor infused with liqueur, fruit juices and spices. We've added fresh fruit, fragrant mint and cooling cucumber to create a refreshing alcoholic punch, perfect for warm Summer evenings.

Lauren Matthews of The Kitchen Collective & Kate Rose of Mea Culpa share their fresh orange negroni recipe.

Start your evening off with a bang with this seriously seditious cocktail

Family-owned vineyard and restaurant Poderi Crisci adds Italian flair and passion to its roasted quail recipe. Recipe by Luca Villari & Antonio Crisci. Photography by Todd Eyre.

Do not underestimate the humble coleslaw! This version is always a hit as it follows a few of the “must-do” slaw rules. Photography by Todd Eyre.

Use your favourite sweet pastry recipe to make a delectable tart. Recipe and photography by Bauer Syndication.

Add some zing to your pantry. You’ll need to begin this jewel-bright marmalade recipe a day ahead. Recipe and photography by Bauer Syndication.

This true orange-flavoured treat is easy to make. Cranberry and orange is a flavour match made in heaven.Photography by Todd Eyre.

The combination of sweet kumara, crisped bacon and juicy burnt orange segments makes for a mouth-watering warm salad that can be a meal in and of itself! Photography by Todd Eyre.

The orange marmalade adds a burst of bitter-sweetness in this fruity beverage that can be enjoyed with friends at any time of the day!

Gather your friends, fire up the BBQ and enjoy this fruity mocktail jug under a blue sky!

Indulge alcohol-free with the delicious taste of this mulled “wine” mocktail.

Full of sweet, creamy flavour, this decadent orange passionfruit toffee cake makes the perfect dessert, morning tea, or afternoon treat.

These tangy steamed puddings are a delightful after dinner treat. They can also be made ahead and reheated. And they are suitable for diabetics.

This low-GI rice pudding is enhanced by the flavour of caramelised​ figs and the zest of orange. Serve with drizzled honey, nuts and mint. It's perfect for diabetics too.

Rise and shine with Julie Goodwin's jaffa pancakes! These heavenly treats are sweet, fluffy and delicious, and better yet, are super easy to make!

This tart is simply divine. Rich, sweet and indulgent, it makes the perfect weekend dessert or sweet treat!

Choco puddings is a quick and easy recipe that you can prepare ahead which makes it great for guests.

Sweet, fluffy doughnuts with orange honey syrup - simply divine. The perfect sweet treat for desert or afternoon tea.

Consider yourself a bit of a sweet tooth? Then you will love this orange almond Victoria sponge - sweet, decadent and simply divine!

This delicious and wholesome roasted cauliflower salad with crunchy almonds and fresh oranges is the perfectly balanced side dish for any meal!

Drizzled with a creamy yoghurt topping and sticky orange syrup, this honey muscat syrup cake is simply irresistible! Enjoy a little slice of heaven with your morning cuppa.

These little orange and pistachio steamed desserts take no time at all to cook.

Pack in the vitamin C with tomatoes and in-season oranges.

This British cake is pleasantly fruity.

Grapefruit Marmalade and tea loaf

A true classic of French cuisine, Crêpes Suzette is a spectacular dessert, especially if you ignite the sauce at the moment of serving.

We've used both orange and lemon rind in this recipe, together with the ginger and the steamed fish they create a lovely and exotic Asian aroma and taste.

These little berries are not only scrumptious on crêpes, but they also have a number of health benefits, including being full of antioxidants and antibacterial properties. Note

Not only are they incredibly quick and easy to put together, but caramelised oranges with ice-cream are sweet, sharp and boozy.

Rich, moist little orange cakes are finished beautifully with a drizzle of hot orange syrup.

Fragrant with spices and sticky with orange juice, this crisp-skinned roasted whole duck makes a spectacular centrepiece for a special dinner.

The acids in the citrus marinade slightly cook the very thinly sliced raw seafood. Use the freshest, sashimi quality fish you can find. We've used salmon here, snapper also makes a lovely ceviche.

These muffins are delicious without the orange sauce. However, the rich buttery sauce transforms them into a dessert for grown-ups. Grand Marnier (or brandy) is the best liqueur to use. Remember to grate the rind of the oranges before you juice them. If the muffins need re-heating, 20 or 30 seconds in a microwave oven […]