Food
Kitchen science: milk
Michelle 'Nanogirl' Dickinson has just released The Kitchen Science Cookbook. She talks us through a couple of simple recipes that use the science of milk. Audio
Australia makes new bee-line for Manuka brand
Australian honey industry is claiming it has new proof showing manuka honey was produced in Australia in 1884 years before New Zealand. Audio
Who’s catching what? $2.2m survey to reel in answers
A survey into recreational fishing patterns across the North Island will provide crucial data about fish numbers, Niwa says.
Zero Waste NZ says the UK is "kicking New Zealand's butt"
Waste warrior Marty Hoffart says a 50 cent tax on disposable coffee cups in New Zealand will make people move to reusable cups. Audio
The UK propose a 25p "latte levy", will NZ follow suit?
Reporter Charlie Dreaver talks to coffee drinkers in Wellington to see if there's appetite to introduce a levy on disposable cups in Aotearoa. Audio
The good oil on hemp
Plant Culture founder Cameron Sims works with farmers in Ashburton to produce premium hemp seed products. It's time Kiwis got into this superfood, he says. Audio
Which are the best fly sprays?
Belinda Castles shares the Consumer NZ findings on fly sprays. Audio
The Long Island Vegetable Orchestra
Music is great. But what if it could be nutritious as well? Simon Morton speaks to Daniel Battaglia, Music Director of the Long Island Vegetable Orchestra, about turning tubers into music makers. Audio, Gallery
Kitchen science: sugar
Michelle 'Nanogirl' Dickinson talks us through two simple recipes that use the science of sugar. Audio
Feature Interview - Gareth Stewart
Chef and head of Nourish Group Gareth Stewart talks to Megan about the joys of bbq-ing this summer. He shares his tips for making mouth watering slow cooked cuts of meat on the outdoor grill as well… Audio
CRISPR: growing and eating gene-edited foods
When CRISPR hit the news a few years ago it sounded like magic - now we can turn on and off genes at will and it was different to traditional GM technology that introduced genes from one species to… Audio
Is nut activation nuts?
Some people claim nuts are even healthier when they're 'activated' by soaking. But while it's a good idea to soak legumes and grains, leave your nuts alone, says Rachel Brown from Otago University's… Audio
Vertical farming
As our cities grow and our land is swallowed up by real estate, farmers are turning to other, more sustainable ways to produce veges and fruit.
In our biggest city, the idea of vertical farming has… Audio, Gallery
The edible bug biz
What are the problems facing bugs-as-food entrepreneurs today? It's a tough business convincing a doubtful public, even as various nutrition and environmental factors make adding a cricket to your… Video, Audio
Which is the best olive oil?
Consumer NZ taste-tested 17 extra virgin olive oils from New Zealand, Australia and Europe – and 2 Australian brands have come out on top. Audio
Andrew Knight: think about the turkey
New Zealand's leading animal advocacy organisation SAFE wants people thinking about tasty alternatives to turkey, lamb and other kinds of meat this festive season. Well known for its advocacy for the… Audio
Mary Hobbs: an extraordinary life at Tekapo
Mary Hobbs is a writer, photographer, publisher, former nurse and current business owner who lives with her husband Charlie at Aoraki Mt Cook. The pair own a guiding company, and The Old Mountaineer's… Audio
Tips for Christmas dinner
We thought we'd help you prepare for the big day and the big Christmas dinner. Audio
Food with Al Brown
Al Brown shares a recipe for roasted snapper wings with ranch dressing. Audio
