Moving beyond (but never forgetting) the beloved gyro and souvlaki, Greek food is enjoying a revival with the familiar old school dishes of family run local restaurants being re-imagined by chefs up and down the country into something sleek and elegant for a new wave of diners.
It’s time to dust off this back-to-basic French bistro classic and dig it out of the soil and back into the sunlight. A genuine all-rounder, this dish has it all – serious street cred underpinning high volume glamour, grandeur, pomp and ceremony. Yet, it is also rustic, simple, versatile and, most importantly, has great margins.
Few dishes could be simpler – nor as versatile and universally loved as roast pork belly. It works superbly across different cuisines, effortlessly taking on
For Kiwi expats, there are plenty of snacks that stand out as a true taste of home – the Salty Sea Dog being one. This next-level fried fish roll is a bold take on the classic Sea Dog.
A collection of Chinese-inspired scallop dishes, from luxe fried rice with Hokkaido scallops to steamed eggs and indulgent XO sauce – rich, smoky, and full of umami.
Fish and chips are a beloved classic, deeply tied to our culinary history and British heritage. But did you know this dish has roots in Spanish, Portuguese, Belgian, and French cuisines? While traditional fish and chips are perfection, sometimes a twist on a classic works wonders. Enter fish and chips with a touch of Indian spice – a nod to culinary fusion.
This recipe combines crispy Southern Blue Whiting fillets in a Vadouvan-spiced batter, served with super shoestring fries, chaat masala aioli, and gunpowder cucumbers, blending rich flavours from across the globe.
Get ready to taste the most amazing breakfast ever! Son-in-law eggs, or kai look keuy in Thai, are simply the best eggs you’ll ever try. Imagine crispy yet velvety eggs that taste sweet, salty, and slightly sour. But there’s a twist! These eggs have a hidden meaning. When served by your mother-in-law, they tell a story about how you treat her daughter. Come join us on a journey to uncover the secrets of this delicious Thai dish. We’ll serve it with a mouthwatering spiced tamarind caramel and a fragrant herb salad. Get ready to be blown away!
If you’re in the lean-only meat camp, walk on by. For everyone else lamb ribs might just be the best ribs you’ve ever tried. When beautifully cooked, they’re insanely moreish – slightly crispy, perfectly rendered, glazed to unctuously sticky and melt-in-the-mouth, singularly redefining ‘finger-licking good’.
When served with a piquant pickled rhubarb, a herbaceous spring slaw and crunchy polenta chips, this dish will keep your customers coming back for more – while also making good margins.
Kitfo, a beloved Ethiopian dish, is typically made with beef, but this version swaps it for fresh, sashimi-grade tuna. Marinated in berbere spice and lime zest, the tuna offers a melt-in-the-mouth experience. Paired with saffron tuiles and warm niter kibbeh – a fragrant, spiced clarified butter – this dish is a stunning fusion of flavours. Garnish with micro herbs for a touch of freshness. With options to substitute tuna for scallops, salmon, or beef, this twist on kitfo embraces culinary creativity while honouring Ethiopian tradition.
This lasagne recipe is a classic comfort meal, with some sneaky veg – a real win-win! Serve this goodie with a side of chips, garlic bread or a salad and your customers will be back in no time!
