Food
Labelling on vegan, vegetarian products 'bizarre'
The Vegan Society society is pushing for precise labelling of ingredients set in legislation on products in the market. Audio
Deer industry pushes to expand NZ's venison market in US
North America is already the biggest market for New Zealand's venison but most of it is consumed in restaurants - the goal is to get more people cooking it at home.
Is decaf coffee really a healthier choice?
Environmental advocacy groups have raised concerns about chemical solvents used in decaf coffee. Should we be worried?
Call for better labelling on vegan and vegetarian products
The Vegan society is pushing for better labelling standards in Aotearoa with the rise in alternative products on the market. Currently manufacturers are able to use the terms vegan and vegetarian… Audio
Research on genetic technologies finds opinions split
About one third of New Zealanders surveyed were in support of using genetic technology in food production, but nearly as many were opposed.
When a comedian comes for tea
Sam Low dishes about the dinner he cooked for visiting superstar stand-up comedian Ali Wong. Audio
How Ali Wong ended up at Sam Low's house for dinner
When local cook Sam Low extended a dinner invitation to Ali Wong's people, he didn't expect the famous American comedian would accept.
Fruit and Vege Report with Glenn Forsyth
The veggie industry is encouraging us to add "just one more vegetable" - Glenn Forsyth agrees. Audio
Al'Fez Natural Tahini Paste recalled
The brand is being recalled due to the possible presence of salmonella.
Auckland's pizza king grabs slice of glory
Kiwi pizza fans can now enjoy an authentic Italian slice made by one of the best pizzaiolos (pizza makers) in the world - Enis Bacova. Audio
What's ailing New Zealand's craft brewers?
There has been no shortage of well-known breweries hitting trouble in recent years. What's going on?
Weeknight Baked Chicken Curry
For this week's Friday food chat chef, author, teacher and restaurateur Julie Le Clerc is with us to talk through a great winter warmer meal, baked chicken curry. Audio
AI helping with proof of wine provenance
Traceability is becoming increasingly important for consumers in the food and wine sector. Now a new project aims to use artificial intelligence to prove the origins of New Zealand wine without… Audio
McDonald's restricts breakfast hours across Australia over egg supply concerns
Australians can expect to pay more for eggs at the check-out in coming weeks as one of the biggest fast-food chains limits its breakfast times.
