Easter is fast approaching, and Sweet Soul has a classic multi-layered mousse cake, or ‘entrement’ ready to come home with you. This hot cross bun entremet is made with a light spiced chocolate mousse; layered between a homemade bun, with a touch of rum.
Green Bear Coffee have taken the time to choose the right suppliers like Hope River Pies, The Brownie Company NZ, French delights by Elodie, and Good Honest Products, and it has built a reputation as a supporter of local business and a quality brand.
Read MoreRuby is red hot! All things red and rosy are taking over Avenues HQ, and we’ve selected the best reds for you to sip away throughout autumn and beyond.
Read More"A wise MW (Master of Wine) once told me that his desert island drink would be sherry. He wasn’t meaning your Nana’s Bristol Cream, but the vast array of incredibly complex, mostly bone-dry fortified wines produced in Andalucia, southern Spain."
This month’s Pamper has all of the natural, Mother Earth inspired goodies to make your transition into our autumn months easy and breezy.
Read MoreTwenty-five years ago, eye surgeon Dr David Kent and Jane Patterson, an optometrist, established Fendalton Eye Clinic. Since 1996 Dr Kent has helped improve the quality of life of thousands of patients. Dr Kent is a leader in the field of corrective laser eye surgery, offering all of the state-of-the-art refractive laser procedures namely LASIK, SMILE laser, and PRK.
Read MoreAfter the year that was 2020, there’s never been a better time to look after yourself – and Christchurch superfood brand AiOra has been designed to do just that.Whether you’re after a collagen boost, a healthier gut, happier joints or help for tired eyes, these 100 per cent natural products may support you on your journey to wellness.
Read MoreVeins have valves that act as security gates, ensuring the blood flows only in one direction. These veins carry your blood from the body, back to the heart. In time, vein walls can degrade, and valves can weaken. If this happens, the blood can leak back into the vein and pool there; in turn, the vein becomes larger and can become twisted or crooked, varicose, and often painful.
Imagine a getaway where food, wine, scenery, and a touch of adventure all meld into one brilliant experience – where you can find the quintessential Kiwi family holiday as easily as a blissful retreat for two. Welcome to Marlborough, where all the best ingredients for a brilliant holiday are in one amazing, easy to get to place.
Read More“We were recently engaged to design a residential landscape to complement a beautiful family home on the outskirts of Christchurch. The brief was to create a serene, green outlook that included various outdoor ‘rooms’ for the family to enjoy. “ Kamomarsh’s Emily Hastie speaks on one of the team’s latest projects, here.
Read MoreWith public support, Te Ahu Pātiki, 500ha of iconic land including the summits of Mt Herbert/Te Ahu Pātiki and Mt Bradley, will become a protected landscape transforming to native forest, visible from Ōtautahi/ Christchurch and Whakaraupō/Lyttelton and with full public access, thanks to Rod Donald Trust.
Read MoreOne of the newest retailers to join The Colombo family is none other than iconic Kiwi brand Smiths City – and the latest jewel in the Smiths City crown offers a sharp new retail offering, with a fresh approach to customer service.
Read MoreFounded initially as a coffee group, Alice Andersen and Jennifer Shields have spent the last three years tirelessly extending Qtopia’s valuable reach, to expand the organisation’s scope of service.
Read MoreThe start of Papanui Road is home to Alfred, a small sliver of Carlton Courts. It’s a neighbourhood wine bar, positioned right on the edge of the city. With a focus on natural and organic wines, the premise has quickly gathered the attention of fellow wine enthusiasts and locals looking for an easy-going hangout spot to share with family and friends.
Read MoreSynthony endeavours to take the audience on a trip through history via some of the most iconic electronic music of the last 30 years. From Eurythmics to Basement Jaxx, and Fat Boy Slim, to Avicii, Pink Floyd, and Eric Prydz.
Read MoreThis Clyde Road home stands the test of time, through thick and thin, and remains a refined, modern dwelling with oodles of light and liveable space.
Read More“It’s actually really important that these stories – not necessarily mine – but all of these leadership stories get told because a lot of this community leadership goes really unnoticed. There definitely needs to be conversations at a societal level about supporting leaders; people that are willing to be the champions, that are willing to lead a life of service and sacrifice working for the change that needs to happen.”
Read MorePainted for OiYOU!'s first Spectrum festival, based at the YMCA in 2015, Adnate's mural is representative of the artist's combination of realism with abstract flourishes, while diverging from his interest in portraiture (often members of marginalised and indigenous communities).
Read MoreFrom sampling the best of the Waitaki wine region to horse trekking through Peel Forest. How about fishing for wild salmon in Waimate, or setting your sights on Mackenzie’s golden grasslands? There’s a weekend away for every single Kiwi. So, buckle up, and enjoy the ride. The destination is our very own South Island.
Read MoreHanmer-based Yoga instructor and owner of Pulse Yoga, Olivia Reid created Honour Festival to honour mind, body, and our planet, and to empower people and provide a connection with a broader community. The inaugural festival begins on the 27th of February at Amuri Estate, amongst a stunning uninterrupted view of the Southern Alps.
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