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Packing a picnic can be done at a moment's notice, and is great for a family outing, a romantic interlude or a wonderful time with friends.

For one reason or another when Donna and I entertain, other than to lunch or dinner, it is usually after work in the evenings, rarely at a time when a pot of tea and a tiered stand of cupcakes would be suitable... or welcome.

With winter looming this soup is a great dinner or supper option that is quick, easy ...

Cooking in the late 60's and 70's was much less exotic than today.

We all have a tendency to hibernate a little during the winter - we stay home more, we want to sleep more, eat more and often exercise less. We are more likely to suffer from coughs, colds and low energy.

I suppose it is a little previous to say that spring has come home but she has certainly got her foot in the door.

As we all know there are fish and chips and fish and chips. But fish is such a delicious, versatile and healthy food that it deserves so much more respect and care when it is prepared or cooked.

If ever there was a day for comfort food where we live on Wellington's south coast, it was last Thursday.