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Our Urban Forage Mahinga Kai started at Auckland Domain with a walk through the lower tracks with Riki Bennett to discover a range of edible and not so edible plants, trees and berries.
The forage was then followed by a gourmet luncheon and some of the menu items were prepared using the Kai … View moreOur Urban Forage Mahinga Kai started at Auckland Domain with a walk through the lower tracks with Riki Bennett to discover a range of edible and not so edible plants, trees and berries.
The forage was then followed by a gourmet luncheon and some of the menu items were prepared using the Kai cooker.
The main highlight was the Kahikatea Berry Jelly which consisted of berries foraged from a year ago.
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National Geographic is calling for Kiwis to help spot orca, to feature in upcoming wildlife document…
Enchroma glasses are being tried on by people who are colour blind for the first time at NVision EyeCare - Albany.
Hey neighbours, most of us are lucky enough to get on with the people we live next door to, but what can you do if you don't?
We asked some experts how to stop minor irritations turning into something more serious, and who you can you turn to if things start to get out of hand - because … View moreHey neighbours, most of us are lucky enough to get on with the people we live next door to, but what can you do if you don't?
We asked some experts how to stop minor irritations turning into something more serious, and who you can you turn to if things start to get out of hand - because being better neighbours can only have a positive impact on the quality of our communities, and who wouldn't want that :)
On Friday we celebrated another wonderful year of JUMP JAM 4 StarJam with schools from around NZ!
Students, teachers and our StarJam Jammers danced their hearts out, all in the name of StarJam.
We're so grateful to everyone who got involved - your support means our Jammers get to keep on … View moreOn Friday we celebrated another wonderful year of JUMP JAM 4 StarJam with schools from around NZ!
Students, teachers and our StarJam Jammers danced their hearts out, all in the name of StarJam.
We're so grateful to everyone who got involved - your support means our Jammers get to keep on unleashing their potential in music workshops every week.
Join our adventurers this Night at the Museum!
Bring a torch, explore the darkened galleries - a fun night-time adventure for the whole family this school holidays!
Suffer a sailor’s life on-board, as we navigate the southern oceans with Cook and company. It’s going to be all hands-on … View moreJoin our adventurers this Night at the Museum!
Bring a torch, explore the darkened galleries - a fun night-time adventure for the whole family this school holidays!
Suffer a sailor’s life on-board, as we navigate the southern oceans with Cook and company. It’s going to be all hands-on deck as you learn how to behave in His Majesty’s Royal Navy – avoid the dreaded cat o’ nine tails and sample some questionable 19th-century naval food.
Have you got what it takes? Well, let’s batten down the hatches and join in the fun in this overboard quest.
This event sells out, so book your tickets now to avoid missing out.
Owning this house has been a long-time dream for Grant and Melanie Nicholls. For a decade they lived…
Hi, my name is Michele Danneels and I have been a practicing speech language therapist for over 20 years who is now looking to help adults with their English. I am available to help with listening, conversations, grammar, and pronunciation. If you are interested, please contact me on: 021 319 657… View moreHi, my name is Michele Danneels and I have been a practicing speech language therapist for over 20 years who is now looking to help adults with their English. I am available to help with listening, conversations, grammar, and pronunciation. If you are interested, please contact me on: 021 319 657 or email me on: m_danneels@yahoo.com
Shurpa (also spelled shourpa, shorwa, shorpo, сhorba, shorba, shorpa, shorpo, sorpa) is a rich and thick soup that will help you enhance your physical power and regain strength if you have lost it, ranks among the foremost first-course dishes of the Uzbek cuisine.
To cook shurpa you will need:
… View moreShurpa (also spelled shourpa, shorwa, shorpo, сhorba, shorba, shorpa, shorpo, sorpa) is a rich and thick soup that will help you enhance your physical power and regain strength if you have lost it, ranks among the foremost first-course dishes of the Uzbek cuisine.
To cook shurpa you will need:
* 0.5 kg of mutton (ribs or fillet) or beef;
* 300 g of onion;
* 200 g of carrot;
* 200 g of capsicum;
* 200 g of tomatoes;
* 200 g of potatoes;
* spices (salt, zira, black pepper and others);
* herbs (dill, parsley, coriander or any other you like or are accustomed to);
* about 2 l of water; shurpa must not be too thin, it is a thick soup.
The ingredients listed above can be found in almost all shurpa recipes, and the only thing that makes all the types of this dish differ from each other is the way it is cooked.
Put large pieces of meat and bones into cold water and boil them for 1.5-2 hours. As the water starts to boil, turn down the fire.
Then take the meat and bones out and separate the meat from the bones. Cut the meat into small even pieces and put them back into the broth.
Now add vegetables cut into large pieces and boil the soup on small fire so that the vegetables can gradually become soft and give the soup all their taste.
Pickle tomatoes may prevent the potatoes from boiling up properly, which is why the tomatoes should be added at the end of the cooking process, together with herbs and spices.
After being finished, the shurpa can be portioned out in traditional bowls (kosa), with a handful of fresh herbs put in each bowl.
Shurpa can also be served separately, that is, broth in large bowls and meat and vegetables in a dish.
Today and tomorrow you can try Shurpa in our bakery.
Do you trust your council? Do you feel safe at home? Take our survey about your town.
For the Your Place survey we've put together a series of questions which should provide us with a comprehensive set of data that will be analysed and put in context for us by a team from AUT University.
… View moreDo you trust your council? Do you feel safe at home? Take our survey about your town.
For the Your Place survey we've put together a series of questions which should provide us with a comprehensive set of data that will be analysed and put in context for us by a team from AUT University.
We'd love to hear from you. Find out more here.
The NZ Transport Agency advises of the following overnight closures for motorway improvements: Northern Motorway (SH1), Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18) and the Southwestern Motorway (SH20).
Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am - unless … View moreThe NZ Transport Agency advises of the following overnight closures for motorway improvements: Northern Motorway (SH1), Southern Motorway (SH1), Northwestern Motorway (SH16), Upper Harbour Motorway (SH18) and the Southwestern Motorway (SH20).
Closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am - unless otherwise stated. Please follow the signposted detours. Click here to see a detailed list of affected areas.
Safe travels neighbours!
Ingredients
* 2 medium Zucchini
* 2 Red Bell Peppers
* 3 large Tomatoes
* 1 Yellow onion
* 2 large Carrots
* 1/2 cup Ketchup
* Black Pepper to taste
… View moreIngredients
* 2 medium Zucchini
* 2 Red Bell Peppers
* 3 large Tomatoes
* 1 Yellow onion
* 2 large Carrots
* 1/2 cup Ketchup
* Black Pepper to taste
* Salt to taste
* Olive or Avocado Oil
🍆Prepare all vegetables. They should be diced into roughly one inch cubes.
🥬Preheat dish with a little bit of oil. Add in onion and carrots to the dish, cook them until they soften.
🥒Add in bell peppers, tomatoes, zucchini and ketchup. Season with salt and pepper.
🍅Cook the veggies on low heat for roughly 60 minutes. Make sure to stir the mixture every few minutes.
🍽 The spread is best served cold. You can store the spread in a fridge for several weeks.
Also you can find amazing Vegetable Zucchini Spread in Russian style in our store. We are waiting for your every day.
Although we have more advanced methods of embalming bodies, we still use honey today as a sweetener as well as an ingredient in beauty products, candles, and fragrances. But, most important, we use it as natural source of nutrition.
According to the USDA, one tablespoon of honey contains 64 … View moreAlthough we have more advanced methods of embalming bodies, we still use honey today as a sweetener as well as an ingredient in beauty products, candles, and fragrances. But, most important, we use it as natural source of nutrition.
According to the USDA, one tablespoon of honey contains 64 calories, 0.06 grams of protein, 17.25 grams of sugar, 17.3 grams of carbohydrates, one milligram of calcium, and 0.09 milligrams of iron.
Looking at honey’s nutritional content—it contains almost no protein, vitamins, or nutrients—might have you wondering how it would benefit anyone. But it’s what honey does have that will make you want to keep it in stock.
1. Honey is filled with antioxidants.
One the most of important benefits of honey lies in its antioxidants. They include phenols and flavonoids, which can reduce oxidative stress and inflammation in your body while protecting you against stroke, heart disease, and cancer. Buckwheat honey has specifically been shown to increase the capacity of serum antioxidants in humans by 7 percent.
How to use: You’d have to consume at least one teaspoon of honey a day to get an adequate source of antioxidants, but don’t forget that honey is considered an “added sugar.” The American Heart Association recommends limiting “added sugar” to six teaspoons or less each day, which equals about one-and-a-half tablespoons of honey per day.
2. Honey’s healthy for your heart.
We’ve already mentioned that honey is antioxidant-rich, which can protect you from heart disease, but it also can also improve your cholesterol levels. Honey caused a 5.8 percent reduction in LDL (“bad cholesterol”) and a 3.3 percent increase in HDL (“good”) cholesterol in patients when compared to sugar.
3. It can help heal burns, wounds, and other skin conditions.
In addition to being rich in antioxidants, honey also has antibacterial and antiseptic qualities that accelerate wound and burn healing by providing a moist environment and increasing the flow of nutrients to the affected site. Honey’s also effective at killing pathogens. Honey from the manuka plant specifically has enhanced antimicrobial and wound healing properties.
Honey can also be used to treat and prevent acne, dandruff, and itchy skin.
How to use: Apply a thick layer of medicinal or raw honey on the affected area and wrap with appropriate dressing if necessary. If your wound is severe, consult your doctor before applying the honey. Look for natural creams, lotions, and shampoos that contain honey to curb dandruff and itchy skin, and to treat acne, add a couple of teaspoons of honey to your favorite homemade face mask or scrub.
4. Honey can curb your cough.
There’s a reason why honey is often a main ingredient in cough drops and syrups. Because of its anti-inflammatory properties, honey has been medically proven to reduce cough frequency and improve quality of sleep in children with the common cold. Studies also show that honey can be just as (if not more than) effective than over-the-counter cough medicines.
How to use: Consume one teaspoon of honey every few hours to curb your cough. You can also mix it into a warm beverage, preferably fresh ginger tea, which is also good at curbing coughs and soothing sore throats.
5. It can boost athletic performance.
Multiple studies conducted at the University of Memphis Exercise and Sport Nutrition Laboratory found that honey allowed 39 weight-trained athletes to sustain their blood sugar levels for over two hours following exercise. Honey also significantly increased the power and speed of nine competitive cyclists when compared to glucose and placebos.
How to use: Try this homemade electrolyte drink made with honey, citrus juice, water, and salt during tough workout sessions.
6. Honey can ease digestive problems.
According to research published in the Indian Journal of Medical Research, the antioxidants in honey may prevent free radicals from damaging the cells that line the digestive tract, which can cause acid reflux. Honey may also be able to reduce inflammation in the esophagus and provide a coating for its mucous membrane.
Many cultures also swear by honey as a cure for diarrhea.
How to use: To calm heartburn caused by acid reflux, eat one teaspoon of honey or mix it into a glass of warm water. Four tablespoons of honey should be mixed into a cup of hot water to relieve symptoms of diarrhea in adults, according to ReadersDigest.com. Honey, however, should not be given to children under the age of 1.
7. It’s healthier for diabetics than sugar—sort of.
Studies show that honey can improve heart disease risk factors in diabetics and it doesn’t raise your blood sugar as quickly as refined sugar can. The bad news is that it’s still not considered to be “diabetic friendly” because of its carb content, so it should be consumed with caution.
How to use: If you have diabetes, it’s important to consult your doctor before making any changes to your diet.
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