Food
Garden design with Hannah Zwartz
The time for seed sowing is almost upon us, and it'll determine what your garden will look like for the months to come. Audio
The stream of unregulated junk food ads targeting Kiwi kids
Children are especially vulnerable to the influence of advertising, which is now more sophisticated and personalised than ever.
Thirty suppliers vie to deliver government's school lunch programme
Cabinet previously decided non-intermediate primary schools would join the coalition's cheaper $3-a-meal approach next year.
Food: Cooking for one with Connie Clarkson
Connie Clarkson is the manager of Auckland Council's The Kitchen Project and earlier this year was named as one of Aotearoa's Top 50 Women in Food and Drink. Connie pointed out to us that the world… Audio
The small town bakery getting global attention
Sales have soared at an unassuming bakery since Al Brown started posting reviews of its pies.
Are these Burger Wellington entries really burgers?
While there are plenty of brioche buns and meat patties on offer, some are pushing the boundaries.
Burger Wellington offers options for all tastes and dietaries
While brioche buns and meat patties are aplenty in the annual Burger Wellington event, Krystal Gibbens looks at the options available for people who can't eat a classic burger for dietary reasons or… Audio
Northland's Hikurangi bakery creates a buzz for small town
There's something going on in a once sleepy town just north of Whangarei, it involves cream buns, meat pies and a celebrity chef. Peter de Graaf reports. Audio
Ube - the purple yam that's behind the popular Filipino flavour
Ke-Xin Li discovers the Filipino purple yam known as Ube. Audio
Fruit and Vege Report with Glenn Forsyth
Minister of Fruit and Veggies Glenn Forsyth checks in with his Fruit of the Week (NZ mandarins) and other news from the produce markets Audio
Whangaparaoa local calls for fishing ban on Army Bay
A Whangaparaoa local is calling for a ban on taking seafood from a popular bay on Auckland's east coast saying its virtually barren after being pillaged by people ignoring take limits. The local iwi… Audio
Tirau locals split over potential introduction of Burger King and Starbucks
Tirau locals are split over whether the arrival of a big burger and coffee brand could kill the village vibe or deliver dozens of jobs and an economic boost. The South Waikato council has appointed… Audio
Samoan restaurant a hit among NZ cuisine judges
Samoan restaurant, Tala has been named one of New Zealand's top restaurants, achieving a coveted 3 Hat ranking at the 2025 Cuisine Good Food Awards in Auckland. Audio
New scheme aims to cut out supermarkets, source local produce
Charities are working to create an online platform where shoppers can get local produce and bypass supermarket mark-ups. Audio
New scheme aims to cut out supermarkets, source local produce
A new scheme aims to cut out supermarkets and get the fruit and vegetables grown next door or down the road onto people's plates. A group of charities in Wellington is working to source produce direct… Audio
Food insecurity: Advocates push for South Auckland community gardens
Community gardens could help bridge the gap for families struggling, one local board chair says.
What goes on the best toastie in New Zealand?
A sandwich described as a "polyamorous marriage of fun flavours" has taken out New Zealand's top toastie title.
Restaurant launches Britain's first water menu
La Popote, a French-style restaurant in northern England, is taking a bold step to cater for discerning non-drinkers by offering an entire menu of bottled water.
