Kai Artisan foods

We hope your lockdown is going OK. We all know the drill but it does not get any eassier. But of course enjoying fabulous food does help. These cookbooks may inspire you1
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The Cookbooks We Keep Going Back To These cookbooks will inspire you to try new recipes and polish your cooking skills.

"There are those who say that a life devoted to food -- cooking it, eating it, writing about it, even dreaming about it -- is a frivolous life, an indulgent life. I would disagree. If we do not care what we eat, we do not care for ourselves, and if we do not care for ourselves, how can we care for others?"
Fictional cookery writer Hilary Small, in episode 6, series 2 of 'Pie In the Sky'

Last orders for a very busy year. Kiwis are well during lockdown and will over the holidays. Thank you to all our passionate artisans for making such innovative and tasty food. Meri Kirihimete.

Discover the great tastes from our artisans at the edge of the world. Now

Summer. The sweetest peas.

We are sampling tasty Christmas condiments today and tomorrow and Aromatics.

I was involved in establishing this new initiative for Slow Food and identifying the inaugural recipients across Auckland. We have a fine line up and variety. And there are many more passionate food people out there that will be receiving the Snail of Approval for their achievements in food. Good. Clean. Fair. And for All. Ka pai.

Say hello to our inaugural Snail Of Approval recipients.
A Lady Butcher, Brick Bay Wines, Cazador, Clevedon Buffalo, Curious Croppers, Earthbound Honey, Foundry Chocolate, Giapo, Hangi Master, Kelmarna Gardens, Ooooby, Pasta & Cuore, Rangihoua Estate and Scarecrow. Let’s make it our job to support our Snails and the all the others who make good food happen.

We all love to create new recipes or improve our skills. Here is a handy review of the top 100 You Tube cooking feeds. You are welcome.
https://www.thrillist.com/entertainment/nation/best-youtube-cooking-channels

The Best Cooking Channels on YouTube Teach yourself how to be a better home cook.

Old school cash. Who remembers this??

Ceviche. Summer is here!

I love coffee. Doppio or espresso. What is your favourite? ☕️☕️☕️

Now more than ever people are looking to source top quality food from reliable sources. We must continue to promote New Zelaand food as the best in the world. We are already a strong food nation, and this can only grow.

New Zealand a food producer of global scale New Zealand’s credentials as a global food and meat producer are highlighted in an op-ed in leading U.S. trade publication The National Provisioner by Matt Luxton, Director of Sales, USA at Silver Fern Farms. New Zealand exports a variety of …

A very special celebration of NZ food, restaurants and artisans. Bravo .grant and team. Off to the kitchen. Ka pai.

Helping many people’s lockdown a little tastier.

Lest we forget.

We are certainly living in interesting times. And food becomes even more critical. As a part of a healthy lifestyle. And as a source of joy and satisfaction - especially when enjoyed around the table with whanau and friends.
I also want to share these comments from ian Proudfoot, KPMG
Disruption = Opportunity
Here are some predictions of market advantages for food:
* consumers will be keen to eat in a way that 's designed to protect them from health issues
* anything 'novel' will need to deliver unique health benefits and be immunity boosting
* think about 'immersive digital food experiences'
history will record this crisis came from a food safety failing - consumers will see ultimate value in trusted, traceable and safe food
* the debate between animal and plant based food will intensify
* food has become 100% important again - being able to get it when we need it gives us a feeling of security
* There are 500,000 'food insecure' Kiwis - this means they struggle with either food availability or nutritionally.
* On the flip side there are 1.3-1.4 million Kiwis suffering from obesity and diabetes.
* As a nation we produce enough food for 40 million people.
* Globally we need to show that we can feed our 5 million Kiwis properly first - so we can show the rest of the world that we don't have significant health issues with our own food.
Stay well.

Take a moment to watch this. We are blessed to live in such a beautiful place. Even more appreciated in these challenging times. Stay well. Arohanui.

Papatūānuku (our earth mother) is Breathing Sit at a distance, stand as one. When the time is right, we welcome you. But for now, listen. Papatūānuku (our earth mother) is breathing. ------------------...

In these changing and challenging times it is encouraging to see new ideas and solutions emerge. As they say "necessity is the mother of invention". This great directory lists online businesses providing "essential products " . And Kai is proud to be one of them.
Check out their full directory at www.isolist.co.nz

The Isolist An online ordering and delivery directory for Kiwis!

We are shipping!! We are classified as essential during COVID-19. Plenty of tasty artisan foods to enhance all that home cooking in your bubble. If you shop now and spend more than $20 we will take 10% off! Just use the code THANKYOU at checkout. Stay safe.

These are challenging times for us all. Particularly for those not used to cooking meals at home. We have a wide enrage of artisan foods that can help make your meals extra tasty and add variety to your repertoire. Good food satisfies the soul. Here is a good tips for your cooking. Eat well. Stay well.

So you've forgotten how to cook Some sensible, non-doomsday-prepper-style advice for making sure your provisions are in good shape for what may be in store. For many of us, eating and drinking is inextricably intwined with the social activities around it. Going to cafes, restaurants and bars, or eating with friends or colleague

Cook at home. We can help lift your meals to memorable treats. Just what our souls need in these challenging times. We have over 400 NZ artisan foods from the far North to Deep South, sauces to sweet treats. Buy local and your food is delivered to your door. And one more little sweetener - use this code KAIATHOME to get 10% off any purchase over $20. Keep well.

I bought this fabulous book last night at the 10th birthday celebrations for , a social enterprise I have been involved with for almost the 10 years. The founder launched her new book celebrating the children who grow, harvest, prepare and share the fruits and vegetables from their schools. This book captures the essence of the programme. It would be a fine addition to any home. You can buy yours now at www.epicurepress.co.nz.

Potatoes. And more potatoes. @ Hopetoun Alpha

A few weeks ago I was again judging the DEVRO National Sausage Awards. Not for the faint hearted.... more in this story here (although I swear they did put a few words in my mouth too!!). There were many fine sausages this year - some to suit all tastes and budgets. Bring on summer barbecues!

Behind the scenes of a total sausage-fest In the Great NZ Sausage Competition, points are awarded for colour, texture, smell, fattiness and "grit".

A fine line up of judges for the Supreme Sausage Awards. A tough day.