Cocktails are often associated with white sandy beaches, parasols, neon signs, sunshine and handsome bartenders called ‘Jack’.  Thanks to the Quickten team you don’t have to wait until summer in fact you don’t even need Jack. Try some of these tasty tipples to melt away the chill of winter: The Godfather – 1 measure Amaretto, 2 measure whisky. Serve in [...]

Pesticides and herbicides are used on our foods constantly to improve yields and cut down on time at most industrial farms, but they can be VERY bad for your health no matter how much you wash them as these residues can seep into your foods. We have done a little bit of research and found the fruits and vegetables you [...]

The world of Single Malt Whisky is a confusing one with hundreds to choose from ranging from $30 to thousands of dollars. The Quickten team have put together a list of excellent Scottish malts so you can avoid making a pricey mistake. Single malt whisky differs from other whisky in that it comes from only one distillery and is made [...]

You have an important party coming up at your house and you really need to make sure it goes well.  With this in mind The Quick Ten tam have put together a Top ten List for tips which will save you from having a disaster on your hands.  Just keep us in mind next time you have a party though [...]

The world of Curry is a vast one.  The amazing flavours, smells and textures of curry have been winning taste buds over for thousands of years from the Mesopotamians to the English.  But what are the best Curry recipes out there?  What flavour is the most popular and is used in numerous home cook recipes?  This Top Ten list looks to [...]

Some historians believe the first versions of sushi originated in the South East Asia area as early as the 4th Century. However as the health benefits have spread and sushi chiefs seeking new fortunes in different countries has increased so has the variety of sushi available. Whilst Sushi Rolls (maki) of today are not completely in line with the authentic [...]

New Zealand is fast becoming one of the finest wine producing countries in the world.  Their world renowned range of Sauvignon Blanc’s has really put them on the map.  But now they are starting to conquer the world with other great varieties of grapes that they use to create their varietal wine.  But what are the top grape varieties in New Zealand?

Drinking alcohol is a favourite past time of many people but who takes it more seriously than others? Which country can claim to consume the most alcohol per capita? Not too sure if the country who wins this award should be proud of their achievement but then again they probably wouldn’t remember it anyway.

There are a plethora of cuisines across the world with enough variations to keep you trying new things for the rest of your life.  But what are the most preferred international cuisines that people love regardless of where they live?

Love them or hate them, takeaway or fast-food chains will always be there for you when you are feeling hung over, lazy or just because you feel like you can’t take another tofu salad.  But what are the best Takeaway chains in New Zealand? The ones that don’t serve up crappy little burgers made from cardboard.  New Zealand is inundated with [...]

Cooking shows have come a long way from the simple two dimensional programme’s showing you how to break eggs and make meals that will give you a heart attack. The cooking phenomenon now makes superstars out of its culinary wizards allowing them to demonstrate not only their great skills in the kitchen but also their passion for cooking.  So which [...]

We have all needed Aphrodisacs at some time…well we have anyway so sit back and enjoy our Top Ten list  of the best Aphrodisacs.

Most of us have gone through the pain and suffering of a self induced, hedonistic hangover.  At the time you thought it was the best idea to keep drinking till 4am and get up for work at 7am whilst slurring the famour words of “I’m not even drunk” Well we know the hurt you go through, therefore thequickten now present to [...]