Tips and advice

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 October, and what recipes will bring out the best in each seasonal star.

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 September, and what recipes will bring out the best in each seasonal star.

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 August, and what recipes will bring out the best in each seasonal star.

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.

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.

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 February, and what recipes will bring out the best in each seasonal star.

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 December, and what recipes will bring out the best in each seasonal star.

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 November, and what recipes will bring out the best in each seasonal star.

Nothing beats a fluffy, golden spud! Sophie Gray reveals her must-know secret weapon for whipping up the best roast potatoes ever. Warning: this recipe may change your life!

Just because you're saying no to alcohol this month doesn't mean you have to miss out on the delight of cocktail-making and drinking! Try one of our favourite mocktail recipes and enjoy a night of non-alcoholic goodness.

Affordable alternatives to maintain a balanced diet - but stay on budget!

This spicy Korean staple has become widely popular as a tasty and super-healthy condiment. Here's how to make your own kimchi at home - it's easier than you think!

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 March, and what recipes will bring out the best in each seasonal star.

You don’t need a multitude of garden beds to sprout fresh herbs; pot those puppies in containers and they'll be good to grow.

Jazz up your lunchboxes with the help of these five colourful Instagram feeds, which are packed full of delicious (and beautiful) ideas for meal prep. Who said cooking in bulk had to be boring?

Put that green thumb to good use this season! From what vegetables to plant to what's ready to harvest, this guide provides all you need to know to enjoy everything that's delicious about autumn.

We’ve brought together the ultimate guide to planning and preparing your Christmas dinner in the weeks leading up to the big day – so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time with friends and family!

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!

Preparing delicious and nutritious meals every day isn't always easy or possible, so get ahead of the game by cooking in bulk and popping them in the freezer for later! We've compiled all our best tips and recipes for freezing food to help.

Master the art of home preserving with Sophie Gray’s guide for getting it right. We've rounded up her top tips for making jams, marmalade, chutney and bottled fruit, as well as some of our best recipes so you can put it all into practice.

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 January, and what recipes will bring out the best in each seasonal star.

Christmas is the most wonderful time of year for many, but for some Kiwis it can be filled with more struggle than joy. We’ve rounded up some incredible charities you can support this year, to help them bring a little more hope and happiness to deserving families.

To help you avoid that last-minute Christmas shopping panic, we've teamed up with Liquorland to bring you the ultimate guide to making a gift basket that's centred around your loved one's favourite drink.

Choosing the right wine to use in your cooking can be a daunting task. Alex Blackwood breaks down the best way to go about picking the right bottle, and whether or not it's okay to opt for the cheapest option.

Karena and Kasey Bird have notched up a MasterChef win, a hit TV series and best-selling book, but their greatest joy is showcasing Māori culture through food. Here, they share their favourite ways to embrace Māori flavours at home.

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.

Find out what seasonal treats to plant and harvest in winter, as well as all our best tip and tricks! From fresh vegetables to delicious fruit, this guide provides all you need to know about winter gardening.

Packed with protein, we take stock of an old-fashioned cure–all, made with tender, loving care. Find out why it is so good for you, and how you can sneak more bone broth into your diet.

Once the domain of the humble potato, gnocchi has had a makeover. Expand your horizons with this fresh take on the Italian classic, made with parsnip and finished with a gorgeous, golden nutty butter. Delizioso!

Sticking to a gluten-free diet doesn't have to mean missing out on any of the goodness. From nourishing main meals to tantalising treats, here are Nici Wickes' best gluten-free recipes - they're so good, no one will know the difference!

It's time to ditch artificial food colouring in favour of these beautiful natural dyes, says Alex Blackwood. From boiled beetroot to activated charcoal, find out how to make food in every colour of the rainbow, naturally.

Compost is the best possible food for your plants and a practical way to manage kitchen waste. Here are our top tips and advice for getting started with composting so you can get that win-win!

In order to bake up a storm, you need to have the right tools! Here’s our handy guide to your ultimate baking tool kit, plus some of our favourite recipes for tasty baked goods.

Transform your Italian cooking with this guide to pairing the right sauce with the right type of pasta. We break down what makes a pasta dish authentic and delicious, plus how you should really be making spag bol (hint: you shouldn't).

Ahu Ahu Beach Villas combine an artistic assemblage of recycled and rustic materials in a peaceful farm setting with sweeping coastal views. We talk to the owner, David Marshall about growing produce and his sustainable approach to both food and architecture.

Organic food garden and sustainable living expert Claire Mummery gives us the lowdown on turning our food waste into something truly amazing.

Whip up a simple sauce to complement your next BBQ – whether you’re cooking meat, seafood or veges, we’ve got you covered with our four easy recipes.

Make your next picnic your best ever, with Food magazine's handy tips for delicious dining in the great outdoors.

Entertaining is a breeze in summer when it can all be done outdoors. Try these smashing recipes next time you’re feeding a crowd.

Create a show-stopping dinner by following our step-by-step guide to making home-cured salmon, matched with vibrant pickled beetroot and a delicious healthy slaw

Food magazine spoke to Ying Liu & Grace Ng of Platter and Graze and got them to spill the secrets to making a perfect platter at home, just in time for your next get-together!

Marinara sauce is an Italian essential. Made with tomatoes, onions, garlic and herbs, it’s perfect for bulk cooking and can be bottled or frozen. Here's how to make your own.

Stir-frying is a fantastic way to quickly cook a variety of ingredients. Simply grab your frying pan or wok and follow our no-fail guide.

When you open your fridge what do you see? Lots of leftovers and food that has passed its use-by date? It’s time for a change. Here’s how to organise your fridge in 10 steps.

Want to know how chefs manage to cook steak to perfection every time? Here, Sophie Gray reveals her top tips and tricks to cooking steak just like a professional.

Meal planning is one of the best habits to get into to set you up for eating well, and save money at the same time

A slow cooker can sometimes feel like the most magical way to cook dinner; pop a few ingredients in, set the timer and come back hours later to a mouth-watering meal. Here are our tips for making delicious slow-cooked dinners.

It’s the one appliance that’s always working hard to keep food fresh and is often subject to spills, stains and sticky fingers. A clean fridge is a happy one, so here’s how to give it a deep and satisfying clean.

Before you throw that day-too-old bread out, consider some of these delicious recipes! There are so many dishes that welcome the addition of slightly stale bread, including salads, pasta bakes and stuffing.

Food waste takes up the most room in household bins, but can easily be reduced. Our food experts share their tips on how to avoid wasting food.