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Brown lentil, coconut, and tomato soup

June 5, 2018 at 10:43 AM

The Commonsense Kitchen makes the soup for our Wellington region stores and you may have seen (or smelled or tasted!) this delicious soup while shopping.

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Uncommon fruits and the best ways to eat them

May 2, 2018 at 10:59 AM

As Autumn sets in, we are reaching a time of abundance in some classic fruits – apples, pears, limes and kiwis.

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Sunomono - Our Favourite Seaweek Recipe!

March 6, 2018 at 2:23 PM

Sunomono is a traditional Japanese salad, mostly served as a refreshing side dish. It contains mostly cucumber & wakame, but you can add a variety of other ingredients.

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Trade Aid's Spiced Chocolate Truffles Recipe

March 5, 2018 at 1:17 PM

This recipe has been developed for Trade Aid by #TheVeganMonster.

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Our Green Smoothie Formula

March 5, 2018 at 10:57 AM

We know that smoothie recipes can change dramatically based on your personal tastes and preferences so we’ve developed a simple formula for those of you who are new to the…

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Recipe: Olivia’s Turmeric Latte Paleo Protein Balls

January 17, 2018 at 4:45 PM

Looking for a low-carb snack that gives you the nutrition you need? Olivia Richardson has just the thing: these Turmeric Latte Paleo Protein Balls are high in fat & protein…

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Lucy's Ten Minute Gluten-free Vegetarian Gnocchi Recipe

January 17, 2018 at 4:44 PM

Looking for a super-quick supper that ticks many dietary needs? This tasty gnocchi dish is vegetarian, gluten-free and takes only ten minutes to prepare and cook! Our Corporate Services Manager…

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The Commonsense Kitchen: Oat & Sesame Cookies

January 17, 2018 at 4:44 PM

Chewy, nutty and absolutely delicious! These Oat & Sesame Cookies are a Kiwi classic, with a twist.

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Cool Down for Summer: 3 Easy Peasy Ice Pops

January 17, 2018 at 4:44 PM

Summer is here, and we think ice-pops are the perfect hot weather treat for kids and grown-ups! Our stores recently started selling no-stick BPA-free ice pop molds from local business Munch,…

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Summer Cocktail Recipe: Strawberry Rose Gin Fizz

January 17, 2018 at 4:44 PM

After a refreshing summer tipple but don’t know where to start? We have just the thing for you.

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Teva’s 10 Minute Honey Chicken

January 17, 2018 at 4:44 PM

Our Merchandise Manager Teva Stewart is well known for being a bit of a whizz in the kitchen.

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Baked Apple with Orange Zest Crumble

January 17, 2018 at 4:44 PM

This an amazing and very simple recipe is perfect for winter.

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