Food
NZ chilli-eating champ gets taste of Rarotonga
Saturday 8 April 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Features, Food
The three-time New Zealand chilli-eating champion and former Oceania Belt holder connected with the “chilli heads” of Rarotonga during his first-ever trip to the Cook Islands recently, and sees potential for the sport to grow in the island nation. Joanne Holden reports.
Our food is fresh, not polluted and mostly organic: chef Nordt
Friday 27 January 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Features, Food
Rarotonga chef Phillip Nordt cuts straight to the point as he sharpens his knife in preparation for a third season of his TV show Chef’s Table.
Cook Islands chef heads to culinary celebration
Saturday 1 October 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Features, Food
Cook Islands chef Rangi Mitaera-Johnson will mix it with the best in the region for what looks to be celebration of food and community to help strengthen relationships between the Pacific and Aotearoa New Zealand.
REVIEW: The best burgers in town
Monday 11 July 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Food
Tourists Angus Fotheringham and Daniel Cutmore have spent a good part of their holiday stopping off at Rarotonga burger joints and share what they think are the very best.
Masked and ready to serve
Wednesday 26 January 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Food
Xaeon Henry waits patiently for customers at the Punanga Nui Market yesterday at her stall laden with ripe mangoes, fresh fruit and vegetables
Mini pineapple meringue pies - a perfect treat for Father's Day
Thursday 2 September 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Food
Father’s Day is just around the corner and I know there are a few people trying to organise that special treat for a father figure in their lives. For my family, we will be getting together with another close family to celebrate this day and that’s because, these two fathers like to chill out together, writes Chef Rangi Mitaera-Johnson.
Riding on the tourism wave – new businesses thrive in local market
Saturday 26 June 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Features, Food
The return of tourism has rejuvenated the island’s night markets.
RECIPE: Island's fun flavour for the perfect traditional breakfast
Thursday 25 March 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Food
A traditional Cook Islands breakfast is a most enjoyable and fun-flavoured effort. By Mereana Hutchinson.
RECIPE: The many uses of breadfruit
Thursday 18 March 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Features, Food
There are many ways to use breadfruit in your cooking, and baked kuru chips with curried lentil soup is one of my favourites, writes Alana Fonmanu.
RECIPE: The tastiest burger in town
Thursday 11 March 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Food
Life as a vegetarian is not an easy one especially if you are a foodie like me. There are limited choices when it comes to some dishes, writes Alana Fonmanu.
Recipe: A recipe perfect for all pasta lovers
Thursday 25 February 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Features, Food
Basil pesto and mushroom pasta bursts with flavour, it’s fresh, light, summery and delicious. With a freshly made basil pesto, garlic mushrooms and cherry tomatoes, this recipe is perfect for all pasta lovers! By Alana Nanai-Fonmanu.
RECIPE: Vegan sushi with tomato ‘tuna’
Thursday 18 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Features, Food
Most people may think that a diet without dairy cream or cheese or without meat is boring and tasteless. They haven’t tried the alternatives. By Alana Nanai-Fonmanu.
Tacos with a twist
Thursday 11 February 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Features, Food
A Mexican classic with an Indian (local) twist, Flying Turtle Café’s fresh fish roti tacos is a dish not to be missed. By chef Shivnesh Chandra.
Rukau - A simple delight
Thursday 14 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Food
A staple at many island tables, but it must be thoroughly cooked to eliminate the needle-like crystals of oxalate that can burn your throat.
Matu rori – the best tasting spaghetti from the sea
Thursday 7 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Food
The fatty spaghetti-like tissue inside the sea cucumber is a Cook Islands delicacy, writes Mereana Hutchinson.
A pleasant tasty surprise
Thursday 10 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Food
Traditional fermented mitiore is by far the easiest to enjoy of our traditional fermented food flavours, especially for the uninitiated palate.
Recipe: Taste of paradise
Thursday 3 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Food
Local meals are incomplete without coconut cream sauces, which add unique flavour to Cook Islands dishes. Here are four of the most favoured. By Mereana Hutchinson.
THE PACIFIC WAY: Easy eating with this locally-sourced breakfast
Thursday 19 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Features, Food
This traditional Cook Islands breakfast with locally sourced products is an enjoyable and fun-flavoured start for the day. By Mereana Hutchinson.
Recipe: Giving fish its rightful place in your dietary habits
Thursday 5 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Food
For some smooth and moist rukau and succulent fish, try Mereana Hutchinson's recipe for Moana-Roa Mahimahi.
Chef marks seven years of success
Saturday 31 October 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Food
Since 2013, Waterline executive chef Jaime Wilfredo Ertez has been drawing on his world travels, cooking up eclectic fare from an evolving menu.
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