Dish

Dish is an award-winning bi-monthly magazine for people who enjoy cooking and reading about good food. It contains inspiring seasonal recipes and stories about food producers, issues and trends around food in New Zealand and overseas. The recipes are beautifully presented and simple to follow and offer inspiration for both accomplished cooks and those keen to try something new.

Putting the MERRY back into CHRISTMAS!

EDITOR’S PICKS • What I’m loving this season

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CONTRIBUTORS • We’re proud to plate up another great issue of dish, and here are some of the lovely people behind it!

A bird’s eye view • The beautiful natural landscape of Central Otago was the key inspiration for this Wānaka kitchen, designed by architectural and interior designer Priyanka Sareen from Home Factor.

EFFORTLESS ENTERTAINING with Haier Refrigeration • For those who love to entertain, Haier’s refrigeration solutions offer more than just food preservation — they provide the ideal set-up for effortless hosting. Whether you’re preparing a cosy dinner with friends or firing up the grill for a festive summer barbecue, Haier’s refrigerators, wine cabinets, and beverage centres ensure your food and drinks are served at their best

A Toast to Tradition • Make it an Italian Christmas with ingredients perfect for the festive table!

bite size

TUNES

Primo pav

MIX AND MATCH • The day is set in the calendar, you’ve confirmed the guests and now it’s all in the planning!

NIBBLES • Is it even Christmas if you don't replace at least one meal with cocktails and canapés? So pop open the Prosecco and party!

FA LA LA • Deck your table with magnificent mains and scene-stealing side dishes for a classic Christmas to remember

FESTIVE FEAST

GRILL • If you're keeping Christmas casual but don't want to compromise on flavour, fire up the barbecue and get your grill on with these recipes

FIESTA • Christmas is a time to celebrate and what better way to mark the festivities than with a flavour-packed, fun Mexican feast

SALUTI • This Christmas, settle in for a long, laid-back lunch showcasing Italian food and flavours –bellissimo!

2 AND 4 • There are many reasons why couples (or friends) might share a Christmas dinner for two (or four), and we’re here for it!

SWEET • Looking for a fabulous finale for your festive feast? Look no further than these delicious desserts for a showstopping centrepiece

A taste adventure with Peter Gordon

GIFTS • An edible present is guaranteed to put a smile on the face of the recipient, knowing how much thought you put into their gorgeous gift

KAI FEEAAST • Gathering together whānau to share in kai and kōrero is what this time of year is all about, and Christall Lowe’s hearty recipes are perfect for celebrating with a crowd

The Drink of the Summer

BUBBLY • New Zealand produces world-class sparkling wine and consumers are spoiled for choice says Yvonne Lorkin and her team of Tasting Panel judges

Go for Gold! • Here’s to the New World Wine Awards — judging the best, yet surprisingly affordable, wines in Aotearoa for 22 years!

By the glass • dish Drinks Editor Yvonne Lorkin gives us the goods on game-changing grapes, glory for Smith & Sheth, a groovy garden party and a gorgeous treat for ginger-lovers

SIP AND TELL • Try something new and take your taste buds on a grape adventure with dish Drinks Editor Yvonne Lorkin’s guide to lesser-known — but not less lovely — wines

WINDOW SHOPPING • Latest news from our advertisers

FRESHLY BREWED • Sarah Tuck samples three new must-reads for the savvy cook

CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE • Stuck for the perfect gift idea this Christmas? To...