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Ten rules for hosting a successful Burns supper in Aotearoa

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Haggis, neeps and tatties and whisky may not be a traditional spread for a summer gathering in NZ, but trust Auckland city councillor and Kiwi-Scot Cathy Casey on this one. Gie it laldy!  Rule one: Hold it on (or near) January 25 Robert Burns was born on January 25, 1759. Since the early 19th century, … Read more

Nourishing community, nurturing culture: Why boil-up is so much more than a feed

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Each week, two Tāmaki Makaurau community groups share a K Road cafe’s kitchen to support the local homeless community, and bring urban Māori together, through a simple, nourishing bowl of boil-up.  Tangata whenua have always innovated within a changing environment. So, when Pākehā arrived in Aotearoa with new foods like pork, potatoes, pumpkin and flour, … Read more