Market fish, pickled mussels, smoked potato sweet corn, and basil – a dish that makes the most of the end of summer produce. Pickled mussels are such a Kiwi thing and can make a delicious starter or canape.

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.

Ruby 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.

This month’s Pamper has all of the natural, Mother Earth inspired goodies to make your transition into our autumn months easy and breezy.

Twenty-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.

After 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.

Veins 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.

The 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.

“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.”