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Are alcohol-free drinks actually healthier? What to buy – and what to watch out for
From zero-alcohol beer to canned mocktails, here’s how the alternatives stack up.
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Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
Which supermarket fruit yoghurts are healthy, and which should you avoid?
Marketed as wholesome everyday food, some tubs are closer to dessert than breakfast.
Shelf-life secrets: Where to store Kiwi condiments and when to bin them
From tomato sauce to mayo, here's how to cut waste without risking food safety.
Which milk alternative is the healthiest? Expert advice on what to buy and avoid
Oat, almond or soy? Dietitians on which milk alternatives stack up – and which fall short.
The healthiest breakfast cereals in NZ supermarkets, and the ones to think twice about
Fibre, sugar and whole grains matter more than most front-of-pack claims.
Why you're making your scrambled eggs wrong - and how to fix it
How to make cafe-grade egg dishes.
How to make Christmas dinner for four people for less than $100
A full menu, real supermarket prices and easy swaps to make it feel lavish, not cheap.
The healthiest supermarket breads – and how to spot the ones to avoid
Dietitians explain what to look for – and what’s just clever marketing.
Why homemade chips never taste like the ones from the chippie – and how to fix it
It is possible to make the perfect hot chip at home.
Everyday kitchen items that may be toxic – and how worried you should be
From gas hobs to dish cloths, here’s what’s really worth worrying about in your kitchen.
Why Kiwis are getting their gravy wrong - and how to fix it when it's too lumpy, thick or thin
Good gravy isn’t about luck; it’s about pacing.
The reason ice cream is so expensive now
From 80s hokey pokey to miso caramel – how and why ice cream got fancy.
Why Kiwis are making their muffins stodgy – and how to fix it
Small adjustments can make a big difference to your baking.
The supermarket deals that are too good to be true - and how to spot them
In New Zealand, not every bargain is what it seems.
Why Kiwis are cooking their stir-fries wrong - and how to fix it
One dish. One problem. One fix.
8 easy tricks to replace tonight's takeaway... that are cheaper and more delicious
Swap Uber Eats and KFC for these fakeaways – cheaper, faster and just as tasty at home.
Why Kiwis are cooking their sausages wrong – and how to fix it
One dish. One problem. One fix.
What expiry dates really mean – and other simple tricks to save money on groceries
Here’s how to waste and spend less in a big kitchen clean-out.
‘Don’t bother with the canapes’: How to host without going broke (or burning out)
A practical guide to low-stress, budget-friendly hosting that still feels like a treat.
In a dinner rut? 7 tips to make weekday dinners less boring
Tired of the same meals on repeat? How to get out of your food rut with minimal effort.
Why your winter meals need these flavour-boosting tricks
Simple tips and tricks to make winter food taste fresh, bright and anything but beige.
Why tinned tomatoes are the unsung hero of your pantry
Budget-friendly and endlessly versatile – tinned tomatoes deserve their cult status.
Why cottage cheese is making a surprising comeback, spurred by social media
Once a sad diet staple, cottage cheese is back – and having a surprisingly tasty glow up.
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Christmas sauces and trimmings recipes
Whip up some accompaniments in the kitchen to elevate your Christmas cuisine offering.
Inside NZ's booming functional drink craze for gut and brain health
Sodas, tonics and elixirs that promise more than just hydration are on the rise.
Why Kiwis are hooked on the air fryer - and what they’re cooking
From baked oats to roast dinners, the air fryer is the appliance of the moment.
Why your shopping habits reveal more than you think
Global tastes, gut health and grab-and-go – how Kiwi pantries got their 2020s glow-up.