Sustainability | NZ Woman's Weekly Food

These storage tricks will help your fresh fruit and veg last longer

Try these simple storage tips that will help you get the most from your fresh produce. Not only will reducing your food waste help you save money, you'll be helping the planet as you go!

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6 New Zealand-made craft chocolates that make the perfect gift

If you’re stuck on a gift for a loved one, the chocolate aisle is usually the first port of call. But rather than picking any old block of choc off the shelf, why not opt for one that has been made with love, care and precision in Aotearoa?

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6 Nelson food companies that are putting the environment first

A growing number of Nelson producers are prioritising the environment – and creating something delicious while they’re at it. Meet this new wave of local food businesses who are doing good by Mother Nature.

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5 eco-friendly and creative ways to wrap edible Christmas gifts

Ditch the cellophane this year and opt for an earth-friendly alternative for wrapping edible Christmas presents. Cute, plastic-free and totally reusable, these creative wrapping ideas are gifts in themselves that just keep on giving!

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How this Taranaki coffee roastery has taken the world by storm

Whether you take a long black, flat white or soy/trim/triple latte with cream, every caffeine-dependant soul can relate to one thing - the love of coffee. Meet Ozone Coffee Roasters, the Kiwi business turning that love into a worldwide community.

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Electrify your tastebuds with BurgerFuel’s innovative new hemp burger

BurgerFuel is back with another new innovation in the burger scene, and this one will have you seeing green. We try their hemp-based Electric Pūhā burger to see how the limited-edition creation stacks up.

Why Dunedin’s No7 Balmac should be on your foodie bucket list

Living off the land, keeping things simple, and catering to what the customer – or her five kids – want, are all part of No7 Balmac head chef Penny Allan’s fresh, organic approach to food.

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Foodie destination: Florence’s Foodstore & Café, Wanaka

On the outskirts of Wanaka, surrounded by the dreamlike landscape and open spaces of Central Otago, Florence’s Foodstore & Café is a destination which embodies the heart and soul of the community.

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How to make beeswax food wraps

Looking for an achievable way to reduce plastics in the kitchen? Beeswax food wraps are a sustainable, reusable alternative to plastic food wrap. Made from non-toxic natural ingredients and cotton fabric, they are also super durable and fun to make. Sophie Gray runs us through her simple step-by-step process. So get your DIY hat on and be a busy bee!

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How to make the most earth-friendly foodie decisions

Play a part in the fight for a greener earth thanks to our top tips for being a sustainable foodie. From the coffee shop to your own kitchen, these simple ideas will help you make eco-friendly changes for a happier planet.