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I first came across J.P.Nawani or as he told me ”call me Nawani”, in Lower Hutt within his restaurant Mr India Tandoori Restaurant & Takeaway. I was struck by his charismatic nature and his ability to keenly explain how his meals were prepared and cooked to perfection. Read more at our foodies blog here

A brand new website has been established in New Zealand allowing fellow bloggers and those with an interest in writing and providing feedback on topics ranging from cuisine and its origins, ingredients, recipes and where in the world you can experience such delights. We will also provide focus on New Zealand’s restaurant and takeaway scene, … Continue reading →

Order in advance and pick up on your way home or have it delivered to your door/hotel after an evening out. Joining Dine In is as simple as adding a password to your email address and will allow you to save your favourite outlets, view previous orders and to also quickly re-order. Secure, easy and costs the same … Continue reading →

Here at Dine In we love to feast on down home comfort foods at our local neighborhood eatery as much as anyone else. Sometimes the occasion or mood calls for something different, something unique, and something your grandparents never would have imagined. We find ourselves reaching for the stars making variety and convenience the primary … Continue reading →

Tandoori cooking involves marinated meat of any kind, hinged on a skewer, and placed over intense heat in a vertical tandoor oven. The tandoor oven originated in the settlements of the Indus Valley civilization, and is the basis for traditional tandoori open fire cooking. Although the tandoor oven is commonly used in the cuisines of … Continue reading →

Many think the noodle originated in Italy and the Mediterranean region, but actually the noodle is of Asian ancestry. In 2005, a 4,000 year old bowl containing fossilized noodles was found in Shandong, China making it the earliest known instance of noodles in history. Noodles have been a staple food in all of Asia, Italy, … Continue reading →

The history of Pizza is complex, and dates back to ancient Greece where the Greeks covered bread with oils, oregano, and sheep milk cheese. Pizza spread all over the world and influenced various flatbread applications throughout the old world before finding a home in Italy. It is rumored that King Ferdinand of Sicily would disguise … Continue reading →

The falafel is a deep fried chickpea fritter, commonly served in a pita with pickled veggies, tahini (sesame paste), and assorted fresh veggies. Although often served as a sandwich, the falafel can be served without the pita as part of mezze which is a selection of small dishes often served in the Middle East. The … Continue reading →

Kiwi cuisine is the heart and soul of New Zealand’s rich food culture. Here at Dine In, we are always excited about introducing Kiwi cuisine to our international business partners when they come for a visit. Although many people outside of New Zealand are aware of menu items that appear on Italian and Chinese menus, … Continue reading →