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Tips for Planning the Perfect Dinner at a Restaurant

20 May 2026

Tips for Planning the Perfect Dinner at a Restaurant

Discover expert tips for planning the perfect dinner at Earl Restaurant. Explore restaurant dinner ideas and create a memorable evening for a special occasion.

Top Things to Look for When Choosing an Italian Restaurant in Christchurch

22 April 2026

Top Things to Look for When Choosing an Italian Restaurant in Christchurch

Discover simple tips for choosing a restaurant that uses fresh ingredients, maintains high cleanliness standards, and delivers a wonderful dining experience.

Classic Italian Pasta Dishes in Christchurch Everyone Should Try Once

17 March 2026

Classic Italian Pasta Dishes in Christchurch Everyone Should Try Once

Discover classic Italian pasta dishes in Christchurch at Earl. Enjoy authentic flavours, fresh ingredients, and delicious recipes crafted to perfection.

A Fresh Line-Up of Winter Warmers

Recipe

18 July 2025

A Fresh Line-Up of Winter Warmers

i won’t lie, this week, all I’ve been thinking about is soup. So much so, I nearly wrote up a minestrone recipe for this newsletter. I mean… it’s got pasta in it, right? But let’s be real, this is...

Soft lighting. Warm plates. Deep flavour.

Recipe

26 June 2025

Soft lighting. Warm plates. Deep flavour.

Red Sauce Revival at Earl, Christchurch. This week's recipe features garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, and slow-simmered flavours. Perfect for winter dining.

This one’s for cold nights and warm bellies

Recipe

26 June 2025

This one’s for cold nights and warm bellies

This comforting pasta recipe from Earl is perfect for cold nights and hungry bellies. Simple ingredients come together for a warm and satisfying meal.

The Last Week of Autumn Calls FOR a Big Bowl of Bolognese

Recipe

26 June 2025

The Last Week of Autumn Calls FOR a Big Bowl of Bolognese

Enjoy a warm and comforting bolognese pasta recipe from Earl, perfect for the last week of autumn. A rich, hearty dish that’s great for a cozy meal at home.

A RAGU JUST FOR YOU

Recipe

26 June 2025

A RAGU JUST FOR YOU

A Ragu Just for You by Earl brings a rich and flavorful pasta dish made with slow-cooked sauce and fresh ingredients, perfect for a comforting homemade meal.

This week’s pasta obsession is silky smooth…

Recipe

8 May 2025

This week’s pasta obsession is silky smooth…

Discover a creamy and smooth pasta recipe on Earl made with rigatoni, buttery leeks, lemon, and crispy breadcrumbs for a comforting dish.

Lasagna Season is Fast Approaching

Recipe

8 May 2025

Lasagna Season is Fast Approaching

Autumn comfort food at its finest - Earl's Pork and Pumpkin Lasagna with miso and crispy sage. Rich, hearty, and even better the next day.

Slow vibes, fast ragu - thick, saucy and ready in 40!

Recipe

8 May 2025

Slow vibes, fast ragu - thick, saucy and ready in 40!

This is the dish you’ll crave when you want something hearty and rich like a classic ragu but don’t eat meat, or just don’t have the patience to wait three hours for it. Our white bean bolognese hits...

CBF Cooking? This Pasta's Got You

Recipe

16 April 2025

CBF Cooking? This Pasta's Got You

Too tired to cook? This easy, comforting pasta recipe from Earl is quick to make, full of flavor, and perfect for a simple, satisfying meal.

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