Cold brew, hot summer: How to make the perfect iced coffee at home

Combine 1 cup of coarsely ground coffee with 4 cups of filtered water in a large jar or French press. Stir, cover, and let it steep at room temperature for 12–24 hours. Strain through a fine mesh sieve or coffee filter and store the concentrate in the fridge. To serve, dilute with water or milk […]
Shark attacks: Expert’s advice on how to coexist in NZ waters this summer

“It’s just tragic. It’s the worst thing that can happen to a family, a person, or a community,” said shark expert Dr Riley Elliott. “While shark attacks are statistically improbable, they are always tragic and should not be undermined.” Kahukore-Dixon’s death was different from the other recent fatal attacks, as it happened in the remote […]
How to make the perfect pavlova

Whip to perfection The technique of whipping the egg whites is essential to achieving a perfect pavlova. Use a clean, dry bowl and whisk to prevent any grease from affecting the egg whites. Begin whipping at a low speed, gradually increasing to medium-high until soft peaks form. At this point, start adding the sugar gradually, […]
How To Make Doughnuts At Home – Eat Well Recipe

This recipe showcases delightful sugar-dusted doughnuts (made from scratch). These homemade doughnuts are simply the best. Fresh from the fryer and dusted in sugar, they are divine. You could inject jam or custard into them before dusting, but they certainly don’t need it. If your doughnuts are a little sticky, place the paper in the […]
How to break up with a friend – and why is it so hard to make new ones?

Unfollow. Cancel. Delete. If you want to know who (literally) doesn’t like you, just check your social media accounts. Consider on again, off again BFFs Demi Lovato and Selena Gomez. They met as child actors, starred together in Disney teen movies but then, adulthood. A Buzzfeed story on messy celebrity breakups breaks it down: “The […]
How to protect your career after kids with ‘couple maths’ – Cooking the Books

Each week BusinessDesk and the NZ Herald’s Cooking the Books podcast tackles a different money problem. Today, it’s the longterm planning that can make a big difference to your finances. Hosted by Frances Cook. Having kids is a joy and delight, but often also a big hit to the finances, and even the career. It’s […]