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North & South





A past Montana Book Award Winner, Michael was Food Editor for North & South Magazine and has been a regular contributor to its food pages since 1995. His articles, which have built up a loyal following of readers over the years, are a deft blend of humour and anecdote, down to earth cooking advice, delicious, easy to prepare recipes and plenty of helpful hints for entertaining. And all in a style that is uniquely Michael…

Other Writings

  • In 1996 - won a Montana Book Award for his first cookbook, “Cook!”
  • In 1998 - one of nine chefs from around the world chosen to contribute to a fusion cookbook entitled East/West Cuisine
  • Guest writer for The Press (Christchurch) and writes on a free-lance basis for a various other publications