All posts in Cocktails and Parties

Here is a quick, impressive looking slice that is easy to prepare but still has plenty of “wow factor". This versatile slice can be adapted to suit what

Here's an amazing basil pesto recipe from Josh Emmett you can try at your next party or get together with

A tall glass of iced tea is always refreshing! Very elegant on a hot summers day and chock-full of anti-oxidants. Here's how to whip up a cruisy, cool

This is a refreshing summer punch recipe which all the family will love. A traditional punch very kindly handed down to us from the amazing New Zealand fruit

Summer Slush is a refreshing and relaxing slushy drink recipe - the next best thing to summer itself. Serves 10 Refreshing and relaxing, perfect for a balmy summer evening.   You Will

Calamari is one of life's most tasty delicacies. And what's better is that it isn't hard to make. Try this crumbed calamari recipe and your life will change

Having a party and what to liven things up? A cocktail party is always good. Dress up, party on and make your own drinks. Get everyone to bring

This fab cocktail offers the perfect balance of sweet and spicy with a twist. And lemon, honey and ginger are all so good for you. This cocktail is

Using the beautiful and healthy Barkers Orange Barley Passionfruit fruit syrup, this cocktail is like a Caribbean holiday in a glass. Serves 1 You Will Need: 30 mls White Rum 15 mls

This passionfruit and champagne cocktail is the perfect drink to toast newlyweds. Or get the girls over pre-ceremony and have some fun with this gorgeous cocktail. Serves 2 1 shot

This recipe, like most pies, involves making a pie filling, then filling and baking. The pie filling can be kept in the fridge for 2 days or can

The magic of Long Island Ice Tea is its pleasant sweet taste while it holds the potency to floor even the most experienced of drinkers. So remember to

Escape the cold and transport your friends to warm tropical climates with this fabulous Pina Colada cocktail. Serves 2 You Will Need: 120 mL pineapple juice (fresh if you can) 90 mL

Stuck on what finger food to serve when you have friends over? Pastry nibbles are a sure fire way to impress friends and family and keep you popular

Love vegetarian food and think the gorgeous Greeks do it best? You will adore these delicious Dolmades as a perfect party appetiser. Serves 12 To make your own Dolmades, you

Nothing compares to the flavour of fresh lemons made into home-made lemonade. And the kids will love setting up shop selling it. Serves 10+ To make lemonade, all you need

This fabulously delicious caramel macadamia slice recipe is from the Red Cross Celebrity Cookbook. This caramel slice recipe was created by New Zealand sports star Monty Betham. Serves 24 How