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Founded in 2009, Focus Magazine is a New Zealand-based publication that offers readers a range of lifestyle content, including recipes. Its mission is to provide readers with simple, easy-to-follow recipes that can be enjoyed by the whole family. Focus Magazine's recipe section features a range of dishes, from traditional New Zealand cuisine to international flavors.
Focus Magazine » Recipes
2w ago
This delicious and healthy kale salad is a harmonious blend of fresh, nutrient-rich ingredients that tantalise the taste buds and nourish the body. Crisp and hearty kale forms the base, complemented by the juicy burst of cherry tomatoes, the sweet crunch of capsicum, the refreshing crispness of baby cucumbers, the subtle bite of spring onions, and the tender allure of artichokes. Drizzled with a zesty dressing and topped with creamy cubes of goat feta cheese, each forkful offers a symphony of textures and tastes.
I N G R E D I E N T S
1 Bunch kale
20-25 Cherry tomatoes, cut in half
1 Orange o ..read more
Focus Magazine » Recipes
3w ago
Start your day with a stack of these guilt-free treats that fuel both body and soul. These yummy delights are packed with the goodness of protein and also boast the rich, comforting flavours of pumpkin and a hint of aromatic spices. Each pancake cooked to golden perfection, tastes wonderful with a touch of butter.
Ingredients:
4 egg whites
1-2 scoops vanilla protein powder
½ cup pumpkin purée
½ tsp pumpkin pie spice *
½ tsp baking powder
1 Tbsp butter
Method:
Heat butter in a frying pan.
Pour batter to make 4 pancakes (you may have to do this in batches)
Flip when gold brown on the one side ..read more
Focus Magazine » Recipes
1M ago
As the air turns crisp with the promise of cooler days ahead, we find ourselves drawn to the comforting traditions and indulgent delights that mark Easter. Join us as we delve into the scents and flavours that capture the essence of Easter – think of the spicy aroma of freshly toasted hot cross buns, biting into delicious chocolate morsels, and even the cosy allure of Easter-themed soaps and bath bombs.
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Whittaker’s Cocoa Pods® are the most delicious treats for anytime of the year but especially for Easter. Made with Whittaker’s 33% cocoa Five Roll Refined Creamy Milk ..read more
Focus Magazine » Recipes
1M ago
If you are tired of plain baked potatoes, you’ll want to give this crispy alternative a try. Crash hot potatoes originated in Australia. This adapted version features aged Asiago cheese*, which hails from the northeastern part of Italy. Its robust, nutty flavour adds an interesting dimension to the crispy, baked potato base. Rich butter and fresh parsley round out the flavours to create a really fabulous dish your family will love!
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 25-30 minutes
Serves 4
Ingredients:
450g small red potatoes
5 Tbsp unsalted butter, cut into small chunks
110g aged Asiago che ..read more
Focus Magazine » Recipes
1M ago
You won’t want to miss the one-of-a-kind, Easter themed foodie-feast hopping around Bay of Plenty this month.
The Woolworths Hot Cross Bun Ice Cream Truck will be popping up at locations and events across Tauranga and The Mount for Easter weekend Friday 29th – 31st March, serving up delicious hot cross buns with a cool twist in exchange for a gold coin donation to KidsCan.
With Woolworths’ timeless classic, yummy Caramilk, or the new Biscoff flavour, there’s a hot cross bun for every taste. Pair with a basketful of toppings – wonderful and weird – from ice cream, maple syrup and sprinkles for ..read more
Focus Magazine » Recipes
1M ago
Multi-award-winning, premium cookie connoisseur Molly Woppy is pleased to unveil its locally sourced, hand-crafted cookie range, which is now available in the biscuit aisle of selected Woolworths stores across New Zealand.
Molly Woppy is a cherished Kiwi-run family business that has been passionately handcrafting cookies since 2002. Molly Woppy takes immense pride in its exceptional cookies, which are filled with premium ingredients, including real New Zealand butter and free-range eggs. Molly Woppy’s commitment to local sourcing shines through in every bite.
Embark on a flav ..read more
Focus Magazine » Recipes
1M ago
Here’s a fresh take on tradition! Delve into Woolworths’ Hot Cross Bun Chocolate Brioche baked fresh daily in-store, perfectly paired with creamy vanilla ice-cream and drizzled with luscious maple syrup. Crowned with fresh berries and a sprinkle of trendy freeze-dried strawberry slices, it’s a flavour fiesta in every bite!
Ingredients:
Woolworths Hot Cross Bun Chocolate Brioche
Woolworths Ice Cream Vanilla
Woolworths Maple Syrup Flavoured
Fresh Strawberries or Blueberries
Fresh As Fruit Snack Freeze Dried Strawberry Slices (for garnishing)
Method:
Preheat the oven to 180°C grill (160°C fan-f ..read more
Focus Magazine » Recipes
2M ago
Get ready for the best summer ever burger lovers, with the inaugural Burger Nation 2024 kicking off this week.
Celebrating the best burgers that New Zealand has to offer, the month-long showcase sees more than 250 eateries around the country serving up their own unique take on this most humble of culinary heroes. And with organisers out to reclaim the essence of what makes a great burger, the celebration sees everyone from classic takeaway joints, to beach-side food trucks and city bistros taking part.
Event producers Cook & Nelson say, “Burger Nation is about finding the best burgers ..read more
Focus Magazine » Recipes
2M ago
This refreshing watermelon mint lemonade is super quick and easy to prepare and a perfect thirst-quencher for those hot days. This is one of those recipes you’ll want to tinker around with to find the right flavor combination for your tastes. For example, the amount of water you need to add will vary depending on how juicy the watermelon is and how strong you want the flavour to be.
Directions for a mint-infused simple syrup are included but, as watermelon is naturally sweet, you may not wish to sweeten it further. It really depends on how sweet you want the final results to be.
If you’re serv ..read more
Focus Magazine » Recipes
2M ago
Kiwis continue to feel the pinch and are looking to save a dollar wherever possible this year.
And with our biggest supermarket introducing a whole new loyalty system this month, we’ve spoken to a Kiwi super saver to share how she saves, whether these programmes actually mean more value for you, plus her top tips on how to hack the system.
Founder of Mum’s Money NZ, Emma Healey overhauled her finances through a series of simple adjustments to her daily habits, giving her and her family financial freedom that she previously never thought possible.
She gives us her top shopping hacks to s ..read more