THis month’s Pamper selection has everything you need to keep your island dreams alive -from fragrance, to delicious lip scrubs and sunscreen bars. You know, summer never ends if you keep on dreaming…
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Paul Lups from End of the World Honey Co. is taking a unique approach to make a difference with the golden stuff, with ethics and quality at the forefront.
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Jack’s Restaurant is on Lake Tewa’s edge, below the craggy peaks of The Remarkables mountain range at Jack’s Point, Queenstown. Chef Mathieu Lagarde and the team at the newly reopened restaurant specialise in working with seasonal, local produce. Cooking over charcoal forms the core of a menu, packed with exciting dishes that can be shared or enjoyed alone.
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A brand spanking year means you deserve some sweetness, especially since we have all survived 2020. Not to mention, Valentine’s Day is just around the corner - what better excuse to grab a little something to share, perhaps with someone special. Let the sugar rush commence!
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Magical things are happening in North Canterbury. Cellar Door’s current tasting ‘flight’ of local wines looks at some different varietals that are beginning to flourish here, far from their indigenous homes on the other side of the world.
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Let’s see summer off in style, by making the most of the higher digits on the thermometer while they last.Eternal nights with friends, and never-ending backyard soirees are still on the menu, as far as we’re concerned. The summer vibes continue on for all. Let's drink to that!
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“So, how did you two meet?” A question historically answered with longwinded, romantic tales of sinking ships and letter exchanges during the war. One has to sympathise for us poor millennials and our stories of “Well, we just kind of swiped right on each other on Tinder then got drunk and hooked up”.
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“Once a fortnight, my wife Pip and I will take one of them for a run on a Sunday, weather permitting. We do a bit of lunch and head off on a cruise. There’s a group of about eight to ten of us who meet up. We’re not in a club, but we just get together and go for a run for the day.”
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“In a few weeks, we will all be putting on the glad rags to celebrate love and happiness. We devote one day to looking special and making our partner feel that way, too. To look good is to feel good, so why not put this much effort into our self-love on the daily? Like love, personal style is a journey best curated through commitment.”
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“How can the design of remotely located buildings make our experience more meaningful? Successful architecture in the natural environment allows us to appreciate the place in an authentic way that responds to the specific location.”
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“I learned early on that taking care of health was essential for good physical and mental balance. In my teens, I looked for alternatives to improve my health and consequently, my performance at surfing, which led me to yoga. Whilst teaching this in Brazil, I also studied massage therapy where I tried the authentic Pilates method; a careful, intelligent and precise way to look at the body in search of greater harmony and physical balance.”
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In 1929, artist Len Hollobon picked up the phone and dialled the Wellington Police Station to report he was being blackmailed. By doing so, he unleashed a series of events that resulted in him spending five years in New Plymouth gaol and caused yet-to-be-famous New Zealand writer Norris Davey to change his name to Frank Sargeson.
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“Connection with others is so simple on the surface. Still, in a world where waning attention spans, fears about the future, the dominance of social media, and daily life demands all collide, it’s become harder. Therefore, encouraging a deeper connection with ourselves, family, friends, and clients is a quality worth developing.”
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Event Goals is in the business of producing extraordinary celebrations, making days, and creating unforgettable memories. Flair, enchantment, elegance, and love – these things are sprinkled on every occasion it oversees.
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The dappled summer sunlight throughout the Glenmark Domain is calling – once again, it’s time to celebrate at The North Canterbury Wine and Food Festival. After a long summer growing and a massive push to harvest, the region has produced some of the country’s best wine. So, are you ready to take a sip?
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Amuri Estate’s Richard and Debra Orr, alongside their daughter Vanessa, have recently created a unique wedding and events venue to run alongside their luxury lodge accommodation in the beautiful alpine destination of Hanmer Springs.
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Ensconced on the sun-drenched side of Lyttelton Harbour, Orton Bradley Park provides a perfect setting for a celebration of what makes us special. There’s a vibrant showcase of music, food, beverage, and culture from around the region and beyond!
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For the second year running, we are incredibly proud to present the absolute best of the best here in Christchurch. See who has returned victorious for a second year. You’ll find several newcomers also taking out coveted spots. 2020’s results show us that we are ready to celebrate. We’re all here to support local!
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My father and brothers worked with a tailor my whole life, and despite my penchant for fashion, this was strictly a boys’ club in my house growing up – except for very special occasions. How times have changed in the world and at Working Style, which after 30 years of catering to men, a milestone moment has been reached, and a stylishly working women’s club has been established by way of W.
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Learn to Surf instructor Aaron Lock, aka ‘Lockie’ is a lifelong surfer and a bodyboarding champion who has been teaching others how to catch waves for 25 years now. This beach truly is in his blood: he grew up in Sumner, and this is where he first got on a board as a kid.
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