Leisha Jones is a food writer and casual cook who’ll find any excuse to throw a party.
Enough of those inoffensive, latte-sippin' jams selected purely to appease the baby boomers: the most memorable places to dine use music as just one more way to express themselves.
Whatever you do, don't leave people to their own devices. (But do ask them to bring ice.)
Forget the barbie – with these slow-cooker ideas, all the work's done ahead of time, leaving you to swan around and mingle.
Instead of spending all night in the kitchen, keep it simple and use the time you gain to dazzle your guests with that sparkling wit of yours.
We know the story: the evening air was balmy and you'd had a beer or two. A rush of blood to the head made you invite far too many people round for a barbie next weekend. Fear not – Leisha Jones is here to help.
As they prepared to move to a bigger space, Auckland artisan bakers Fort Greene paused to reflect on the glorious potential held within two pieces of bread.
