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ThisNZLife’s new food blogger kicks off her first entry with a delicious sauerkraut recipe that beginners will want to follow to the letter – and don’t skimp on the salt.    Words and images: Nicola Galloway Welcome to my first recipe blog for thisNZlife. My focus for these blog entries will be on everyday recipes and cooking techniques inspired by the seasons. Today I share an autumnal-inspired sauerkraut with the season’s golden hues in mind. I make sauerkraut seasonally, often taking a break over summer when there is an abundance of fresh produce around. But, come autumn I find myself craving it again. Sauerkraut, like any fermented food, takes some care and attention. If you are new to making it,...

When you think of “authentic food,” what comes to mind? Ethnic food? Exotic ingredients? People of color? Whatever it may be, the truth is that the word as it relates to food is meaningless. And let me tell you why. The debate over authenticity in food really comes down to how you define the word “authentic.” The word is often used to describe something that’s either fake or genuine, such as a brand name handbag or a pair of shoes, but in the case of food it doesn’t really apply (unless it’s plastic). If every time we saw the words “authentic food” and replaced it with the word “traditional,” the sentence itself would probably be much less controversial. But even...

The ‘Irish Coffee’ Dessert Cake with Irish Whiskey Whipped Cream is the perfect dessert to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day! [TAG0] St Patrick’s Day will be here soon and I’ve got enough Irish in me to start thinking about a celebration. This Irish Coffee Dessert Cake is perfect for a celebration. This isn’t your standard coffee cake; this one is a dessert made with the flavors of Irish Coffee and that means there is some Irish Whiskey too! My Dad’s parents were German and Swiss; my Mom’s English and Irish. Itend to identify more with my German lineage but I’m happy to go Irish and eat their foods…I love them! I’m republishing this post from several years ago. The first time...

[TAG0]There are quite a number of allium-centric recipes on this blog.  We love onions, garlic, leeks, scallions and chives and have baked all of them into bread.  And it is very yummy!  This recipe is no exception and the bay brings an extra elevation to the flavor punch.  I must admit to glutting on toasted, buttered  pieces for the first couple days.   This loaf is a half batch  Since I had this King Arthur recipe pinned for a while, I was quite happy when the BreadBakers theme was bread with onions/alliums.  And it is very delicious!  Now it does make quite a large loaf so yes, the recipe may be halved.  Of course the Dutch oven method yields a beautiful...