Food
"For a small country, it packs a punch" - Dave Phillips on Jamaica
Extolling the virtues of his home country in this episode, Jamaican Honorary Consul Dave Phillips talks about his love for his island in this episode. Audio
In pictures: Auckland's Ramadan Night Markets
Auckland's Ramadan Night Markets returned for a successful third year at the New Lynn Community Centre on Saturday night.
Apple cider vinegar: helpful or harmful?
If you're even mildly interested in health and you're on social media, you've probably seen someone promoting the benefits of apple cider vinegar. Are these for real?
Maori food sovereignty & snapper with marmite suace
On this Mapuna podcast you'll hear about Maori food sovereignty from Dr Jessica Hutchings and chef Kia Kanuta will reveal the inspiration behind snapper with marmite sauce plus kumara puree and a beef… Audio
Peanuts recalled over high levels of mould byproduct
Consuming increased levels of the substance over an extended period of time can be harmful.
Cherry picking our healthy food labels
Using the health star-rating for packaged food should be simple, but it's not Audio
This Weekend: Bee-themed cuisine in Tauranga
Mead, bee-infused cocktails, and a two-course meal using bee products from a local apiary are all on the menu at restaurant Kitchen Takeover as part of the Flavours of Plenty Festival. Audio
From techie to market gardener - 'Getting made redundant really pushed me'
Morgan Kane moved back home when she lost her job at a tech start up. It was the start of her move, with her husband, into market gardening. She and her parents welcome the advantages of… Audio
The Panel with Boopsie Maran and David Farrar (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace and panellists Boopsie Maran and David Farrar discuss alcohol advertising at sports events and the arguments against Daylight Saving. Also, what is the perfect biscuit to… Audio
Food with Yael Shochat of Ima Cuisine
Ima Cuisine restaurant owner and chef, Yael Shochat, joins the show to share one of her mouth-watering recipes. Audio
Midday Rural News for 5 April 2024
Gisborne fishers are taking extra steps to protect Rock Lobster populations in a bid to protect the future of the fishery between Mahia, north to Gisborne and the East Cape - which was left battered… Audio
Fruit and Vege Report with Martin Pupuke
Joining the programme for the first time in ages is the Associate Minister of Fruit and Veggies, Martin Pupuke from T&G Fresh. Fruit of the Week: red and gold kiwifruit Audio
'Kids with full bellies learn better' - principal
A Northland school is urging the government to rethink its plans to cut back the free lunches programme, saying the meals have greatly improved student attendance and behaviour. Audio
Who invented the flat white?
According to a historian, Italian sugar farmers in Queensland may have popularised the flat white, making the iconic coffee Australian in heritage. Audio
Concerns Foodstuffs merger plan will reduce grocery sector competition
The Commerce Commission is also worried the move would ultimately limit the range and quality of grocery products.
How much are people currently paying for a cup of coffee?
It's the daily caffeine hit many of us can't live without, but like everything else, prices seem to be creeping up for a cup of coffee. Visual journalist Nick Monro went to ask people what they're… Video, Audio
Herbivore - 'It's time for a good plant-based butter out there'
After struggling to find a dairy-free butter he liked, Craig Brown decided to create his own. Herbivore coconut butter is now available in Kiwi supermarkets and expanding into Asia. Audio
Raw fruit juice brand's entire product line recalled
Kiwis are being warned to avoid a raw fruit juice brand potentially operating without proper food safety controls.
Some businesses spend years accumulating the perfect ambience
Music is probably one of the last things you'd pay attention to when out for a meal or drink - but it can make or break the whole experience.
We've all been to a restaurant or bar where the music is… Audio
