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thatgreenolive

Published author of That Green Olive
NZ food photographer, video maker & recipe creator
Passionately eating, capturing & creating
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A moment for the hot dog🌭 These dogs are all n

A moment for the hot dog🌭

These dogs are all new to the menu @jimmycoopslakehouse. The Dirty Dawg has to be my favourite - house smoked kransky, cheddar cheese, beer battered onion rings, pastrami ends, beer mustard relish and aioli in a long bun🔥
Loved working on this shoot!

🐫🇲🇦I so often find myself reminiscing on

🐫🇲🇦I so often find myself reminiscing on Morocco. It’s an incredibly eye-opening country, far far away from New Zealand in every way… which is part of the reason I felt so drawn to visit. So rich in culture, cuisine and connection. My mind was constantly buzzing; learning, listening and finding inspiration everywhere. I have multiple hundreds of photos I would love to share from my travels this year… now that all the book launch stuff is beginning to subside 😮‍💨
Here are just a tiny few photos from May 2024✨

🧀With every menu at @embra.nz, I am always sooo

🧀With every menu at @embra.nz, I am always sooo eager for the spelt risotto. The risotto appears in each of Embra’s menus in various forms, with different flavours, garnishes, and toppings. It is ultimate comfort: rich, cheesy, salty and with the incredibly satisfying bite of spelt. This month, the risotto is served with monkfish, peas and courgette.
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My favourite dish this menu would either be the lamb or pecorino… I could eat so many of those piping hot cheesy parcels🔥
Here’s what’s on Embra’s menu this month (pictures are also in order):

🐓CHICKEN
Chicken terrine, apricot, aubergine, artichoke, Marsala jelly
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🦞CRAYFISH
Crayfish cannelloni, tomato & cucumber salad, basil, crayfish bisque
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🐟MONKFISH
Monkfish, spelt & saffron risotto, peas, courgette
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🐑LAMB
Lamb loin & braised neck, asparagus, sheep milk fromage frais, lemon
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🍓STRAWBERRY
Strawberry, vanilla & pistachio ‘trifle’, strawberry & gin syrup, vanilla ice cream
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🧀PECORINO
Pecorino, honey & hazelnut seada, bee pollen
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#foodie #nzfoodie #nzrestaurant #artofplating #risotto #pasta #finedining #foodphotography #nzfoodblogger #foodandwine #lovetaupo

Two months of That Green Olive 💚 so so grateful

🍻Beer & Gruyère Scones. My faaaavourite scones

🍻Beer & Gruyère Scones. My faaaavourite scones ever - with gooey pockets of melted cheese, a fluffy texture and subtle flavours of dill and hops (I used @lakemanbrewing Pilsner). I make these all the time - most recently yesterday (swipe for the cheese pull). Nothing beats a steaming hot batch fresh from the oven. The crunchy cheese bits that melt and crisp up on the pan are an extra simple pleasure.
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It’s the first recipe in my cookbook ‘That Green Olive’, and for good reason as they totally set the tone.
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You can order (signed!) copies of my cookbook from me here: www.thatgreenolive.com, or click the link in my bio. I am so grateful for all your support🙏
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#scones #weekendbaking #cheesepull #easybaking #nzfoodie #nzsmallbusiness #nzcheeselovers #nzbeer #beer

Cheers to the long weekend!🥂 If you're passing

Cheers to the long weekend!🥂 If you're passing through Turangi (or fancy a meal away from Taupo town), @hareandcoppereatery is a real gem - for dinner, lunch or an afternoon drink in their sunny backyard area. I photographed their new menu recently, and of course got to taste all the dishes afterwards. Although it's pretty hard to pick a favourite, the Ora King Salmon with Hot Honey Ranch Butter, Popcorn Powder, Squid Ink Cracker and Micro Cilantro (last photo) is a very strong contender👀 swipe through to see a glimpse of the menu!
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#foodphotography #lovetaupo #turangi #nzfoodie #steak
#venison #nzrestaurant #nzgame #theartofplating #mzmustdo #foodandwine

Try wrapping your chops around that👀 I loved ca

Try wrapping your chops around that👀 I loved capturing the start-to-finish process behind some of @jimmycoopslakehouse burgers!
This mega burger (called Black + Blue) features steak, @jimmycoopslakehouse Pilsner battered onion rings, beer mustard relish and blue cheese ranch, along with fresh lettuce, tomato and red onion. It's been a strong contender on the menu for years, and for good reason. Best paired with a cold Lakeman of course...🍻
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#burger #nzfoodie #foodphotography #steak #steaksandwich #venison #bluecheese #nzeats #nzrestaurant #lovetaupo

I'm that person that munches on asparagus raw (the

I'm that person that munches on asparagus raw (they are so sweet and crunchy) - so naturally I love taking those same fresh flavours, and shaving the spears to make a salad.
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Asparagus is now in season, and is a great source of Vitamins A and C.
This shaved asparagus salad is real simple and pretty - I love the crispness of the raw asparagus with the tangy dressing and caramelised honey balsamic croutons. Soo good for a light lunch! Add a poached egg on top to make it more substantial.
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💚Shaved Asparagus Salad with Honey Balsamic Croutons💚
Serves 2 as a side

SALAD
1x250g bunch asparagus, ends snapped off
1 1/2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp honey, gently heated to liquefy
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1/2 tsp salt
75g peas, blanched, drained and cooled

HONEY BALSAMIC CROUTONS
2 tsp olive oil
1 tsp honey, gently heated to liquefy
1/2 tsp balsamic vinegar
⅛ tsp salt
1 cup 3cm sourdough cubes

Using a vegetable peeler, cheese slicer or mandoline, shave each asparagus spear into thin vertical strips.
In a large bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, oil, honey, garlic and salt to combine. Add the shaved asparagus and peas, and toss well to combine. Set aside in the fridge to let the flavours develop while you make the croutons.
Preheat oven to 160°C fan/180°C conventional. Line a small oven tray with baking paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the oil, honey, balsamic vinegar and salt to combine. Add the bread cubes and toss well until fully coated.
Spread the bread cubes out on your prepared tray, spacing them well apart. Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until nicely browned and crisp. Allow to cool.
To serve, transfer the chilled salad to a serving bowl and scatter over the croutons.
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#5adaynz #nzfoodie #asparagus #healthymealideas #easyrecipes #saladrecipes #nutrition #mealprepideas #recipereel #nzasparagus

🧁Something sweet for your Sunday morning ☀️

I have a slight obsession with scones... so natura

I have a slight obsession with scones... so naturally I had so much fun working on this stop motion.

At home, I always love fresh scones with butter and honey. But for on the go, @manuka_emporium honey snaps are sooo handy and mess-free. They're slim and can fit in my pocket, handbag or glove box, and since they're a matter or snapping and squeezing, there's no mess involved🙌
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Stop motion created for @manuka_emporium
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#stopmotion #foodstopmotion #nzcreators #scones #honey #manukahoney #baking #brunch #nzfoodie

🌷Put food, flowers and pretty props in front of

🌷Put food, flowers and pretty props in front of me, and I'm in my happy place! I had the most fun styling tables and shooting images for @bistrolago (at @hiltonlaketaupo)'s Spring Brunch Buffet promotion, which kicks off on Saturday 26th October, through to every Sunday in November.
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The menu is honestly huge - from from waffles and pancakes to an NZ seafood buffet, to braised lamb shoulder and a dessert station. We only shot a selection of all the dishes available!
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The menu is on @bistrolago's website, as well as bookings. Sooo looking forward to it!
Huge thanks to @xoxfloral for the stunning flowers, and @quirkypotter.co.nz for her ceramic vases and pinch bowls🙏
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#foodflatlay #brunch #buffet #nzrestaurant #spring #flowers #pancakes #waffles #nzfoodie #nzphotographer

🥂Let's do lunch!! To celebrate the launch of my

🥂Let's do lunch!! To celebrate the launch of my new cookbook 'That Green Olive', I'm so excited to partner up with @advieh.nz and @garethstewart_chef, to present a sharing-style three course long lunch and book launch!
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On Wednesday 23rd October at 12.30pm, join us at Advieh for this super exciting event. Chef Gareth Stewart and the team will be cooking 7 recipes from my cookbook - an absolute dream as I've been a huge fan of Advieh since it opened, and of Gareth Stewart's incredible food. It seems pretty surreal, and I could not be more excited!!
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Head to @advieh.nz's website (linked in their bio) to book. Tickets are $65pp. Book signings and sales will also be available on the day. Hope to see loads of you there!
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#aucklandeats #aucklandfoodie #nzfoodblogger #nzcontentcreator #nzauthor

💃Who's coming to my delicious cooking demo tomo

💃Who's coming to my delicious cooking demo tomorrow evening? I'll be cooking these three recipes from my new cookbook That Green Olive (with tastings and a mocktail on arrival) at @bakedwithlovetaupo from 6.30pm Wednesday 2nd October. It'll be such a fun night - super casual and a chance to ask questions, watch me cook, taste my recipes and of course have a fun evening out!
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Here's what you'll taste:
•Spiced Fennel Curry Butter with @bakedwithlovetaupo's delicious sourdough
•Zucchini & Corn Muffins with Spiced Fennel Curry Butter
•Sweet Spiced Lentil & Carrot Salad with Medjool Dates & Feta
•Walnut-Studded Orange, Brown Butter and Ginger Cookies
•a mocktail on arrival by @bakedwithlovetaupo
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Tickets are available through @treatsoftaupo ❤️
Hope to see lots of you there!!

🌷If a spring daffodil could take form as a dish

🌷If a spring daffodil could take form as a dish, I'm sure it would look something like @embra.nz's Blue Cod dish. Yes, those green "leaves" are intricately shaped and scored gnocchi... beneath prosciutto-wrapped blue cod. This is course three of @embra.nz's current menu.
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My favourite course of the menu, though, would have to be the pork loin! The pig's head stuffed pear pithivier was on another level (not to mention sooo beautiful).
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Swipe to see all the photos of Embra's September menu. Here's what they are :
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🌊PAUA - Paua barbajuan, crisp vegetable salad, lemon, vinaigrette
🐄SPELT -Spelt risotto, crispy veal heart, mushrooms, port sauce
🐟BLUE COD - Blue cod wrapped in prosciutto, alliums, gnocchi, chicken consommé
🐖PORK - Free range pork loin, parsnip, silverbeet, pear & confit pig’s head pithivier
🍨RHUBARB - Rhubarb & vanilla bavarois, rhubarb sorbet, crème anglaise
🧀RACLETTE - Melted raclette, gougère, apple, coppa
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Photos shot for @embra.nz
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#nzfoodie #foodphotographer #nzrestaurant #gnocchi #theartofplating #finediningnz #fish #nzphotographer #nzeats #beautifulcuisines

This was one of those nights that makes me stop an

This was one of those nights that makes me stop and recognise how lucky I am, to have a job that lets me be immersed in what I'm most passionate about: food and visual storytelling.
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Shooting images and video for @bistrolago (at @hiltonlaketaupo) × Esk Valley Winemakers Dinner was a dream! The six courses cooked by @garethstewart_chef and @deepakbhatta.rai were incredible (yes I got to indulge in the courses after shooting each one... I could not possibly pick a favourite). Not to mention the restaurant is gorgeous - with evening light spilling through its huge floor-to-ceiling windows; looking to the snow-capped mountain trio of Ruapehu, Tongariro and Ngauruhoe.
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What a memorable evening this was. I'll post some of the photos sometime soon, as the food and atmosphere really deserves to be stared at!
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#nzfoodie #nzfoodblogger #wine #finediningnz #foodandwine #nzrestaurant #artofplating #cheflife #nzcontentcreator #nztravel #discovernz

🔥Shakshuka with Kasundi Spices & Medjool Dates.

Perfect Saturday night situation♟️🍻 . This

Perfect Saturday night situation♟️🍻
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This was a fun shoot for a new @lakemanbrewing brew. Building on the name "Mastermind", I ran with the theme of games and really wanted to position the beer in a fun atmosphere. I continued the bold colours on the label, used hard light and played with diagonal lines to create a whimsical games night scene. Love the fun vibes in these images!
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#beer #craftbeer #drinksphotography #productphotography #nzphotographer #nzfoodie #gamesnight #hardlightphotography

🍰Fridays are for cake. This lemon meringue cake

🍰Fridays are for cake. This lemon meringue cake is the perfect segway into the weekend! It has such a moist texture, rich lemon flavour and I love the silky meringue topping... although I must say, the matcha burnt Basque cheesecake was my favourite.
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All these photos are from a recent shoot at @le_ciel_bakery in Wellington. I looved all the yummy desserts and pastries here, and they were all presented so beautifully. Made my job so much easier!📸
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#cake #foodphotography #nzfoodblogger #wellingtonnz #wellyonaplate #wellyeats #wellingtonfood #nzfoodie #nzcafe

GIVEAWAY CLOSED - congratulations @kimmierandy!!🎉

📚GIVEAWAY!! I'm giving away a signed copy of my new cookbook That Green Olive, plus a generous prize pack of @picspeanutbutter goodies!!
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Pic's has been a long-term DREAM client of mine, and I really really look forward to creating delicious recipes with their peanut butters every month!! There are a few peanut butter recipes in my new book That Green Olive: including Sate Babi and Choc-Top Peanut Butter Smash Tarts.
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Sooo, to celebrate the launch of my new cookbook (and the long-time support from @picspeanutbutter, I'm giving away:

1x SIGNED copy of my cookbook That Green Olive
1x1kg Pics Crunchy Peanut Butter
1x1kg Pics Smooth Peanut Butter
1x290g Pics Peanut &.Chocolate Butter
1x290g Pics Seed & Nut Mix Peanut Butter
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TO ENTER:
1. Follow myself @thatgreenolive and @picspeanutbutter
2. Tag a foodie friend in the comments who would love this prize pack!
BONUS: what's your favourite way to use peanut butter?
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Entries open to NZ addresses only. Winner will be randomly drawn 7pm Saturday 14th September. Good luck🤞
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P.S - head to the link in my bio to order a signed copy of my cookbook directly :)
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#nzauthor #nzfoodie #nzcontentcreator #easyrecipes #dinnerinspo #nzphotographer #peanutbutter #foodandwine

🍫For your weekend baking: Chocolate, Chilli & G

🍫For your weekend baking: Chocolate, Chilli & Ginger Cookies. I love the spicy warmth from the ginger and chilli - they take an otherwise rich chocolate cookie and turn it uniquely zingy. The @gourmetgarden squeezy tubes make it so easy to just squeeze the fresh chilli and ginger pastes into the mix, without having to chop anything and wash extra dishes!

I like my cookies soft and slightly chewy - leave them in the oven a minute or two longer if you prefer them crispy!
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Recipe and photography created for @gourmetgarden🌱
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🔥CHOCOLATE, CHILLI & GINGER COOKIES🔥
Makes 10-12

200g white sugar
100g butter, softened
1 egg
2 tsp Gourmet Garden Ginger Paste
1/2 tsp Gourmet Garden Chilli Paste
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
150g plain white flour
4 tbsp cocoa powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking soda

Add the sugar and butter to a large bowl. Beat with an electric mixer for 3 minutes, until light and creamy. Add the egg, Gourmet Garden ginger and chilli pastes, and vanilla extract. Beat for 20 seconds to combine.
In a separate bowl, combine the dry ingredients. Add to the wet mixture and stir with a wooden spoon just to combine.
Line two large baking trays with baking paper. Roll the cookie dough into balls about the size of golf balls, and transfer to your prepared tray, spacing them at least 5cm apart.
Transfer the trays to the freezer for 60 minutes; this prevents the cookies from spreading too quickly when baked.
Preheat oven to 180°C fan bake. Transfer the chilled trays to the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, until cooked yet slightly gooey in the middle. Allow to cool slightly.
Garnish with rock salt and chilli if desired, and enjoy warm. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to one week.
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#bakingrecipes #nzfoodie #baking #cookies #cookierecipes #chilli #nzfoodblogger #nzphotographer #foodphotography #productphotography

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