Introducing Ryman’s Dedicated ‘Menu Design Panel’
Reconfiguring menus with new entrees, mains and desserts is a foodie challenge laid down for Ryman’s gourmet experts who are reconfiguring their menus to…
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The Zero Heroes of Happy Hour!
Happy hour, is that time of the week many residents look forward to, but in a world that is shifting its relationship with alcohol,…
Calling all Developing Chefs!
Have you got what it takes to compete at a national level? The Lee Kum Kee NZ Developing Chefs Challenge is back, and organisers…
Coca-Cola Announces New Recipe
This month, Coca-Cola New Zealand is releasing its new beverage Coca-Cola Zero Sugar. The new recipe will simplify the brand’s range, and replace Coca-Cola…
Meet The Chef: Josua Rasolo, Summerset Falls, Warkworth
Hailing from the beautiful island of Vanua Balavu, Lau in Fiji, 39 years young Josua Rasolo is the head chef at Summerset Falls, Warkworth….
The Purple Tomato That Could Help Fight Cancer
The discovery of a highly-nutritious genetically modified purple tomato, like many research breakthroughs, happened by chance. “The motivation for this started with my obsession…
Uccello Kettle: The Perfect Kettle for Arthritic Hands
The Uccello Kettle was specifically designed to help those living with arthritis. Unlike other kettles and kettle-tippers, the circular shape of the kettle with…
What is on Your Pancake?
Pancake Day (March 1) is just on the horizon. So, what is on-trend to top your pancakes this year? Data from Google Trends show…
The Aged Care Kitchen in 2022
The COVID-19 pandemic has raised awareness of the need to improve the food offered in aged care facilities. Part of the discussion revolves around…
Warning Over Retirement Village Frozen Meals
An Invercargill retirement village café is recalling all its branded frozen meals because of potentially undeclared allergens. Elms Café, situated within the Peacehaven Retirement…
Evian Launches New Sparkling Water
Bottled water giant, Evian, launched its new sparkling water. The new product is available in 330ml aluminium cans now, and a one-litre rPET bottle to…
The Ripple Effect of Food Trends – What it Means for Your Menu
Never have consumers been so engaged with what they eat and drink. The COVID-19 pandemic led consumers to refocus on mindful eating and plant-based…