Leeks – all you need to know and then some

Most of us have heard of cock-a-leekie (a Scottish soupy stew made with chicken and leeks) but hat-a-leekie is something else. Why anyone would want to wear a leek in their hat is beyond me.

Most of us have heard of cock-a-leekie (a Scottish soupy stew made with chicken and leeks) but hat-a-leekie is something else. Why anyone would want to wear a leek in their hat is beyond me.

Mine may look a little munted (it is much used and much loved), but I highly recommend this simple piece of equipment.

Who has time to make sugared rose petals? I do. Come along to the cooking class and I will make them for you.

A little creative plating can help expensive berries feed many mouths … and it looks so festive!

Julie Biuso lifts the lid on food & wine hot spots on Waiheke Island in the latest issue of DISH magazine.

Is wild rice actually rice? Is it better for you than white rice?

Don’t despair if your first attempts produce holey shredded dough (mine did!) because with a little practice you’ll soon be turning out silky smooth sheets of pasta like a pro.
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