Celebrate Food at Hutt City Libraries!
Two more fantastic foodie talks coming up!
Multisensory Dining
War Memorial Library, Monday 19 August, 6pm
Maxine Scheckter, from Sugar Flour in Kilbirnie, is back for a look at the science of flavour and how it is impacted by multi-sensory dining. Find out how smells, sounds, and the atmosphere interact with us while we eat to change our experience and how we can manipulate this to alter our eating experiences.
The World of Cheese
War Memorial Library, Wednesday 28 August, 6:30pm
Discover more about the world of cheese with Steven Scheckter from On Trays in Petone! Learn where cheese comes from; how different cheeses are made; what the differences are between raw milk cheeses and pasteurised cheeses; and what you can do with cheese.
Poll: How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?
While it is a fun occasion, fireworks on Guy Fawkes Night has caused much conflict over the years, upsetting our pets and disrupting the sleep of neighbours.
How should we celebrate Guy Fawkes Night? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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28.6% With a city-wide public fireworks display
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19.6% Small fireworks displays in each community
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8% Keep it as is
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32.9% We shouldn't celebrate it!
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10.4% Anything but fireworks
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0.4% Other - I'll share below
Brain Burn Alert! Today’s Riddle Will Make You Think Twice!
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What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?
Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.