Less than 15 minutes

Indulge in this deliciously decadent chocolate cupcake thickshake! A classic American-diner treat!

Pickled kahawai brought to you by Taste. Part of a sustainable dining event by Taste and Lincoln University. Recipe by: Michael Smith, photography by: Jani Shepherd and styling by: Fiona Hugues.

This gluten-free porridge, made with quinoa instead of oats, is a healthy and nutritious breakfast alternative.

Grab a box of either Caramelised Onion or Sesame, Cumin & Coriander Flatbread by Huntley & Palmers to enjoy these delicious toppings for your next cheese and cracker occasion.

Sometimes you just feel like a grainy something and this wild rice and lentil salad does it. Simple but substantial, its exotic flavours and textures make a great meal, or serve it as a swanky side.

This vegan mayonnaise is a delicious dairy and egg-free alternative to the classic.

We’re blessed in New Zealand with relatively easy access to wonderful seafood. Any fish works well with this recipe but one with the skin on will really crisp up on the barbecue & add crunch. Easily grilled outdoors, teamed with super fresh leaves it makes a lovely lunch or a fresh summer evening meal.

The Caribbean is calling! These fresh coconut vegan fritters, served with mango chilli and lime are absolutely scrumptious!

Ball o' cheese bats brought to you by Woman's Day. Photography by Rob Shaw/bauersyndication.com.au

Christmas doesn't have to be without luxury. Serve this refreshing ginger cocktail with oysters on a bed of ice.

These golden gems are easy to make ahead of time and chill. When ready to eat, cook for 4-5 minutes for melting cheesy centres.

The corn makes these little cakes sweet and juicy, while the polenta adds a subtle crunch.

This classic salad makes a welcome change from cooked winter veges and it’s so quick and easy. This version is a tad lighter than the original – in our family, we always mix the mayonnaise with some yoghurt and lemon, and add grapes to the recipe. My favourite accompaniment for the salad is, believe it or not, a bacon sandwich, but the choice is yours as it also goes well with chicken, pork or a nice fillet of pan-fried fish.

Enjoy a classic apple Pimm's cocktail this festive season with this delicious recipe! Fresh and fruity!

These dairy-free nut milks from The Australian Women's Weekly 'Made from Scratch' cookbook are great alternatives for vegans, the lactose intolerant, or as a delicious change from plain cow's milk!

Not too heavy thanks to Puhoi Valley Half & Half but still sublimely creamy with a hint of garlic and herby goodness; this dressing is a must for your spring entertaining. Seriously, she’ll make your dreary iceberg lettuce sing soprano. Simply serve over lettuce wedges as a side dish or add walnuts, croutons and apple slices for a light meal.

Make these simple side dishes to accompany your curry and you will have the perfect feast. Photography by Todd Eyre.

For those feeling adventurous, here’s a mocktail recipe that will fill your family home with the traditional Christmas smell of cinnamon.

Sparky the fire-breathing dragon, lives in the sky! Sparky the dragon is a really fun cake and sure to be a hit with all the boys and girls.

This delicious vegan yoghurt is a healthy and nourishing alternative on the dairy classic.

Kalamata olive and herb pasta

Deliciously moist and tender pan fried fish with a fresh lime and coriander butter. Tasty, fresh and wholesome - perfect for dinner any night of the week!

Over the warmer months it can be so much nicer to drink a long cold coffee full of ice rather than a hot one and this brew is perfect for taking on the road. This slow technique of brewing coffee creates a brew that is lower in acid than heat expressed coffee so it tastes naturally sweeter. Home cold brew combined with Puhoi Valley Half & Half is a cool glass of summer coffee perfection especially for all those coffee addicts out there!

Nothing will fill and gear you up first thing in the morning like a bowl of wholegrain porridge, whatever the season. Team with seasonal berries, creamy Puhoi Valley Half & Half, a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar, a bit of tart yoghurt and add a few nuts, some honey & preserved fruit if you prefer.

This spiced tea should be correctly called Masala Chai as that’s what it’s called in India where it originates from. To most Kiwis it’s simply referred to as Chai. Gently spiced and very comforting it’s a great thing to blend at home as you can adjust the spice levels to suit your own taste. Take a jar on the road or to the Bach and enjoy your own Chai blend wherever you are. A jar also makes a perfect gift – just add brewing instructions. (If you can’t find cassia just add another cinnamon stick).

Pretty simple and damn good – juicy beef steaks are sandwiched between flatbread with crunchy rocket leaves and plenty of creamy peppery sauce. No room for cutlery preciousness, this is to be eaten outdoors but napkins will definitely be required for the inevitable chin dribbles.

This is a nice alternative to a classic chocolate log.

This delicious and nutritious breakfast is suitable for diabetics. Add your favourite mixed berries, pistachios and nuts for an extra crunch, and fruity flavour.

A pan of kidneys sautéed in butter, spiked with chilli and plenty of parsley is a fabulously nourishing dish.

Everyone loves Mars bars so what better way to make it into a delicious, quick and easy Rice Bubble slice. Great for kid's parties and to satisfy the sweet tooth!

Enjoy this fresh and fragrant pad thai with kaffir lime. It's a healthy alternative to the high-carb classic. Amanda Brocket shares her recipe from The Raw Food Kitchen Book.

This deliciously spicy tahini sweet potato pasta is a quick and easy dish to make! It's raw, grain-free and packed with nutrients. Amanda Brocket shares her recipe from The Raw Food Kitchen Book.

Nothing tastes better than freshly char-grilled corn with lashings of butter. It's the perfect addition to your next BBQ!

Start the day off with this refreshing and healthy smoothie, filled with sweet cherries, walnuts and black chia seeds.

Ice ice cold... baby. Refreshing and delicious smoothie with papaya, peaches and raspberries - perfect for summer!

Vine-ripened truss tomatoes are perfect for a simple recipe like this for their brilliant colour, robust flavour and crisp, tangy flesh to stand out at their best. This salad is perfect for lunch or as a side at dinner.

I made a delicious icing a while back including – I think – melted chocolate along with other ingredients. It is the most scrumptious chocolate icing I have ever made, but unfortunately I copied the recipe on a tiny piece of paper from some magazine that I have since misplaced. I think it may have either involved sour cream or a butter icing along with cooking-chocolate melts instead of cocoa. The colour on completion was sort of cinnamon. Please help!

These wonderfully spiced iced coffee milkshakes are the perfect weekend treats! Quick and easy to make and so delicious!

Kick start the day with this delicious and fresh banana raspberry smoothie!

Treat the people you love at dinner time tonight with Steak Carne Asada Soft Tacos with Guacamole & Salsa Roja! This winning combination is a retaurant6 favourite and now can be on your table and ready to devour in less than 30 minutes!

What a classic! Beef fajitas are a delicious all-time favourite for many and everyone can customise their fajitas to suit their taste!

Thanks to their unique shape, our Stand ‘n Stuff Soft Tacos stand up on your plate so they are easy to fill, hold and eat! Fill your soft tacos with this succulent barbecue chicken, fresh and crunchy Mexican Street Salad and top with Old El Paso Taco Sauce for the perfect crowd pleaser!

Meatballs are a delicious and easy alternative to traditional soft taco fillings!

Nothing beats getting together for some seriously satisfying shredded chicken Soft Tacos. The unique flat bottom means these soft tortillas stand up on your plate – they’re so easy to fill everyone can do it! This recipe uses succulent shredded chicken and Old El Paso Hot Red Jalapenos to add a little spicy kick to this Mexican meal!

Vegetarians and meat-eaters alike will adore this veggie packed take on tacos!

10 minutes is all you need to whip up these fantastic soft tacos!

Nothing beats getting together for some seriously satisfying classic beef tacos. The unique flat bottom means these soft tacos stand up on your plate – they’re so easy to fill everyone can do it! Just add classic seasoned mince beef and fresh ingredients like avocado, coriander and tomato and you’re sure to put a Mexican meal on the table everyone will love! This simple recipe creates delicious Mexican flavour right in your kitchen.

An old family favourite, Beef tacos are easy peasy and perfect to share amongst loved ones. The best part? Everyone gets to choose the fillings they love!

This refreshing, fruity, Halloween inspired drink makes the perfect beverage for all your guests!

If you’re lucky enough to have access to fresh scallops, this fast dish is delicious served with Huntley & Palmers Toasted Sesame Flatbreads. Serve 2–3 scallops in scallop shells with small forks so each guest can easily pick up their own little natural serving dish. A great little way to showcase New Zealand seafood and get your party started on the right foot.

A colourful salad with a lot of bite!

Alexa Johnston gets you out of the mall and into the kitchen to craft delicious edible Christmas gifts.

Impress your guests with succulent, flavoursome grilled lobster tails, and a creamy garlic lemon butter. The perfect accompaniment for your next BBQ!

We've switched up the classic egg sandwich by layering beetroot and radish chutney, watercress and creamy mashed eggs on rye. Delish! And perfect for diabetics too.

Refreshing healthy summer treats don't get better than these easy to make mulberry yoghurt ice blocks! The team from Cornersmith cafe and picklery share their recipe from their new cookbook.

Make your own syrups for use in cocktails or as a refreshing mixer with soda.

Make your own syrups for use in cocktails or as a refreshing mixer with soda.

Taste features a few of our favourite New Zealand craft spirits and the talented Kate Rose, of Mea Culpa bar on Ponsonby Road, takes her pick to create stunning winter cocktails.

The combination of textures with the crispy sage leaves, soft polenta and delicate calamari make this dish the perfect choice for entertaining or special occasions.

Steaming hot, aromatic clams served with fresh, crusty bread makes for a comforting and chic mid week meal.

A healthy treat you can feel good about eating! These chia and almond bliss balls are natural, wholsome, and deliciously satisfying!

Quick, healthy, and wholesome tuna carpaccio - the perfect Asian inspired dinner for the busier nights! Suitable for the 2-Day Fast Diet.

Spice things up tonight with this sour Vietnamese soup. Light, fresh, and full of mouthwatering flavour. Suitable for the 2-Day Fast Diet.

This healthy and hearty lamb kofta plate is perfect for dinner tonight - full of fresh, wholesome ingredients and exciting flavours. Suitable for the 2-Day Fast Diet.

This fresh and crunchy radish and carrot salad is the perfect addition for your next family BBQ! SO simple and easy, and SO delicious!

Drink this in the morning for a quick, nutrient-packed pick-me-up. The avocado adds a lovely texture.

Fresh and fruity - this watermelon cake is the perfect summer dessert! Layered with fresh fruit and served with creamy ice-cream, this cake is a little slice of summer-heaven!

Smokey hearty ham salad with smooth ricotta and zingy balsamic figs - a truly winning combination! Enjoy for dinner any night of the week!

Breakfast worth waking up for - this hearty baked bean and ricotta-stuffed mushroom is quick, easy, and so delicious. It's also a great low calorie option for those wanting to stay on track with their health goals.

This delicious vegetarian curry is packed full of flavour, but can be whipped up in under 20 minutes, making it the ultimate weeknight dinner.

Spice up dinner tonight with this healthy and flavoursome spicy zucchini omelette - fresh, lean and satisfying. Suitable for the 2-Day Fast Diet.

Fresh, wholesome dinners are always the most satisfying! Just like this pumpkin and corn quesadilla dish with fresh tomato salsa - healthy, nourishing and so delicious! Suitable for the 2-Day Fast Diet.

These fresh, flavoursome chilli prawns with green apple salsa make the perfect dinner on the busier nights - quick, healthy and tasty. Suitable for the 2-Day Fast Diet.

Barbecuing strawberries is great for imperfect fruit, or the end-of-season stuff that isn’t pristine. In this recipe from Simon Bryant's book, 'Vegetables, Grains and Other Good Stuff', he's combined grilled strawberries with rocket and fresh herbs to create a beautiful Summer salad.

This delicious soup from Simon Bryant's book, 'Vegetables, Grains and Other Good Stuff', is beautiful enjoyed hot or cold. The tarator tempers the garlic with its smooth nuttiness, while also working to baffle the intense greenness of the soup.

Indulge your taste buds with these decadent waffles with marmalade ricotta - the perfect trea for brunch or morning tea!

Spice up dinner time with these delicious Korean style steak tacos. We've served them with pickled veggies for extra freshness and zing. The family will love assembling them and eating with their hands.

This deliciously fresh and healthy lentil, green bean and fetta salad is packed with mouthwatering flavour and texture, making it the perfect dinner for any night of the week!

Beef satay is a satisfying classic and a perfect midweek dinner. As this is a nutty flavoured dish it’s good to stir-fry with peanut oil.

This tasty crab salad from the Hartsyard cookbook, 'Fried Chicken and Friends' is easy to prepare, but packed full of flavour you will love. It’s essentially a cobb salad with crab meat, boiled eggs and a delicious dressing.

Colourful, rich and dark, this tasty sweet treat is ideal for after dinner with a cup of tea.

This brandy butter tastes just like the one Grandma used to make… Except better! Sweet and salty, this perfect pudding accompaniment is like liquid sunshine!

There are few biscuits more loved than the classic chocolate chip cookie. Whip up a batch this weekend to share with friends and family, or enjoy on your own as a afternoon snack with a pot of tea.

Satisfy your sweet cravings with this deliciously healthy raw turkish bark. Packed full of healthy ingedients, this is perfect for dessert or a guilt-free treat.

Jazz up the humble jaffle with this gourmet filling. The combination of tender roast beef, creamy melted gruyere cheese and tangy horseradish cream is a match made in heaven!

Light, fresh and tasty, this beautiful vegetarian pumpkin stir-fry is full of nutrients. Enjoy on the side of a dinner spread or on it's own with some steamed rice.

Whenever I serve this honey tart, people say, “It’s like eating pure honey” and I have to agree. Quite magical, really.

Serve this cheesecake slice with coffee for afternoon tea or as a dessert with berry coulis in the summer months. In winter, it’s great with chocolate or caramel sauce.

Making satay is easy and it can be used in everything from stir-fries to pasta and salad dressings.