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Tauranga Smoke: 'A passionate rock lovers dream come true'
A rock music festival is making its first appearance in the Bay this November.

Queso fundido recipe - time to cook - it's adaptible and molten cheese laden
Translating to 'molten cheese' this dish from northern Mexico is a fantastic appetiser.

Hot to go! Pizza Hut's all-you-can-eat buffet sells out in 60 minutes
Like any good buffet, you needed to know what you wanted and dig in.

Cyclone-stricken pub named people's choice of best Hawke's Bay hospitality
A familiar name then claimed the supreme award in what is possibly its last year.

Pizza Hut brings back all-you-can-eat buffet for 50th birthday
The pop-up will operate at City Works Depot in central Auckland for a limited period.

What the Hell is that hāngī master up to now?
Rewi Spraggon mixes Māori and Italian tastes for a new hāngī pizza.

Let the fun beGIN: This week's travel alerts will put you in the mood for summer
From a floral G&T to a new Christchurch hangout, there's lots going on in travel.

Tacos de suadero recipe
Mely Martínez says these are ‘some of the most iconic tacos’ from Mexico City.

Soaring chocolate and olive oil prices push annual food price inflation up
Selected price index data shows overall inflation pressure continues to ease.

The food packaging tricks we all fall for
From oranges in red net bags to noisy packaging, here's how brands maximise their sales.

How to stack your fridge and make food last longer
You might be reducing the shelf life of your bagged salads and soft fruit unintentionally.

Explained: Why would Kmart expand in this tough retail environment?
Boss from across the Tasman explains the reasoning behind Kmart's expansion here.

Colossal new Kmart for Auckland: Biggest NZ store planned
Vast new discounter to be built on greenfields site opposite Westgate Lifestyle Centre.

I’m a gastroenterologist. Here’s the surprising truth about gluten - Trisha Pasricha
A low FODMAP diet might relieve symptoms often mistaken for gluten sensitivity.

Is MSG really bad for your health?
Do you have a vague sense MSG is unhealthy, but you’re not sure why?

Baked apples with walnuts and raisins: An easy dessert all-year round
Don’t keep this classic dish for the depths of winter, it's good for spring too.

Man posts cheese toastie photos for 365 days straight – and builds a community
Pavel Konko shared grilled sandwich images throughout his 'Cheese Year'.

Sporting VIPs set to open new Kingsland sports bar
The A-list sports stars expected at kick off.

Political Roundup: Time to break up the supermarket duopoly
OPINION: New Zealanders have some of the most expensive groceries in the world.

Editorial: NZ needs a third major supermarket player
OPINION: Tinkering around the edges has not been enough to make a difference.

Do you really need to wash your fruit and vegetables?
"For goodness' sake, you don’t wash your fruit and vegetables in dishwashers.”

Consumer advocate urges faster action on grocery sector competition to ease price pain
While the Grocery Commissioner is moving ahead of schedule, action remains slow.

From winger to wine bar: former All Black opens a cantina on the Sunshine Coast
Inspired by the Mediterranean, there are even some NZ wines on the menu.

Ponsonby’s Chapel Bar & Bistro: Who is claiming money, how much is owed
List of creditors just released shows IRD, bank, food and drink suppliers are owed money.

What to look forward to on the produce shelves this spring
Perfect for seasonal dishes and affordable, healthy eating.

Popular Hamilton food spot celebrates milestone
In the past 15 years it has enjoyed a growing popularity - not only from locals.