Celebrate everything there is to love about winter cooking

The latest from the team at NZ House & Garden [NZ House & Garden] [NZ House & Garden - Style and Entertaining]( Hi, Some of the best highlights of winter cooking take time but the reward of a richly aromatic dish makes the wait well worthwhile. Whether done on the hob, in the oven or crock-pot, long slow cooking will tenderise the toughest cuts of meats, turn vegetables meltingly soft and silky, and deliver the kind of full-bodied flavours that will make people think you’ve been busy in the kitchen all day. Whether it’s a curry, casserole, braise, pot roast, stew or soup, foods cooked slowly and for a long time are hearty, full of deep flavour and fall-apart tenderness. These types of dishes are relished equally at a special occasion, dinner party gathering or as weeknight family fare. They also freeze well, providing a nourishing meal at the ready – simply reheat and eat. In our latest issue, Maite Paternain serves up dishes that celebrate everything there is to love about winter cooking. This is the kind of food that’s like a big warm hug; food you will want to share with loved ones gathered around the table. [Julie Le Clerc] Julie Le Clerc Food Editor [Julie Le Clerc] Julie Le Clerc Food Editor   From the files   Ginger & date self-saucing pudding A gooey and decadent self-saucing pudding that pairs well with ice cream. [Get the recipe]( Lemon delicious pudding A light and creamy pudding perfect for cooler nights – try it cold for breakfast. [Get the recipe](     Sponsored content Handmade cast iron cookware that lasts Returning to traditional cooking techniques is a brilliant way to slow down and savour every step. The Ironclad Pan Co is a cast iron cookware brand with handmade products that last. Every Legacy comes with a Three Generation Guarantee – a return policy of 100 years. You'll hand these down for generations, along with the joy of slowing down to prepare and share meals. [Shop now]( I'm loving...   Organic sourdough workshops Bread & Butter cafe and bakery in Grey Lynn, Auckland, is marking a decade on the local sourdough scene by running a series of masterclasses. Founder and owner, Isabel Pasch, who is deeply passionate and knowledgeable about the importance of good bread, leads the classes, along with a senior baker. A simple but versatile recipe is taught and this can be used for loaves, rolls, baguettes, pizzas, and even cake. The workshops include hands-on bread-making using organic ingredients. Participants receive a recipe book, plenty of fresh-baked goods and newfound knowledge, plus some live starter culture to take home and use for their own sourdough journey. Classes are held at Bread & Butter every Wednesday evening from August 9 to September 27. $150 per person. Visit [breadandbutter.nz](. Andaza By Sumayya Usmani, Murdoch Books, $50 It’s hard not to feel touched by Sumayya Usmani’s beautifully sensory storytelling. From memories of her childhood at sea living on a merchant ship (her father was the ship’s captain) to moving between England and Pakistan, the warmth of the kitchen is where she always found a sense of comfort and belonging. She transports us with descriptions of the captivating smells, tastes and textures of the kitchen and how she learned to cook intuitively by watching her mother and grandmothers, who all had a natural ability to layer complex flavours in dishes using only their senses – an ability known as andaza. Sumayya's family recipes, redolent with spices and infused with the exotic culinary heritage of Pakistan, open up a world of tantalising tastes.   Sponsored content Hamptons' charm The Carlow collection by Chapman and Myers has subtle elegance and retro chic, with the 6L linear chandelier, pictured left, perfect for the dining room or kitchen bench. The Carlow is available in a Midnight Black or Matte White finish with Burnished Brass accents. Better yet, the Carlow is on display at Bardsleys Lighting in Takapuna, where there is a large selection of designer pendants and chandeliers in stock. [Read more](   Sponsored content A Curated Christmas To coincide with its pre-order launch, Curated Botanics is opening up the home of owner and interior designer [Abbey Lang]( for two days only for you to immerse yourself in the Curate Your Christmas Home 2023 collection. If you love all things Christmas, then this exclusive event is not to be missed. Secure your free tickets to the Auckland event on September 8-9 at the link below. [Book now](   [Visit our website]( [Buy now]( You are receiving this email because you are opted in to receive the NZ House & Garden newsletter. [Unsubscribe]( | [Terms and Conditions]( | [Privacy Policy]( © Copyright 2023 NZ House & Garden, a division of Stuff Limited (Magazines). Stuff, 4 Williamson Ave, Ponsonby, Auckland 1021, New Zealand [Instagram](