True wedding professionals: Wedding Professionals

Every bridal couple dreams of a unique, special wedding, a tribute to the love they share. All this starts with having the right people to deliver a heartfelt, memorable day. In Christchurch, there is none better than Wedding Professionals, whether your choice is small and intimate, on a snowy mountain top, or in a vineyard. […]

Soft, supple, skin sorted: Moss Spa

When you have a calendar filled with special occasions and events, and want to glow for them all, you can with the correct preparation. Getting ready for any occasion can be a breeze when you head along to Moss Spa, where you’ll be prepped, pampered and ready for whatever the busy season has in store. […]

For nuptials to treasure: Celebrant Jenni Gibson

While most people understand that you can’t have a wedding without a wedding celebrant, that celebrant’s role is far wider than simply being the facilitator of the legal requirements for getting married. Jenni Gibson, a celebrant for some 14 years knows that celebrants need to be people-oriented, compassionate and tolerant, as well as accepting and […]

Everything in moderation

Scoffing down too much meat and seafood can lead to an increased risk of gout, says healthcare provider ProCare. Gout is a form of arthritis where uric acid crystallises and deposits in the joints. This causes severe attacks of pain, swelling, redness and/or tenderness. Although gout often affects the joint of the big toe, it […]

Full of wonderful things: Exquisite Gifts by AJ

With Easter coming up soon, it’s the opportune time to find a gift for those family or friends that you may be visiting or hosting. A hub for all the small luxuries in life, you are sure to find an ideal present at Exquisite Gifts by AJ. The candle, a present that is always a […]

A blissful escape: Elements of Castor Bay

A luxury hideaway on Auckland’s North Shore, this three-bedroom guest residence is nestled under a majestic pohutukawa looking out over Castor Bay beach. With the host family on site to help with all your travel needs, you can rent it as a one, two or three-bedroom self-contained residence. All that is left to do as […]

Tranquility at its finest: Lotus Day Spa

Set in Cashmere’s award-winning Swan Lake Gardens, amongst the tranquil and peaceful surroundings of large trees, a freshwater lake, Lotus Day Spa offers a multi-award winning, rejuvenating spa experience. The spa provides luxurious pampering services including couples pampering, luscious facials, massage therapies, pregnancy massage, body treatments, group and corporate pampering, bridal packages, and spa retreats. […]

Picture perfect: Amuri Estate

When looking for an event venue there are a few key things to look for – stunning scenery, a welcoming atmosphere, and a luxurious destination. You also want to keep in mind spacious areas for wining, dining, dancing, and gathering. Other factors to consider include equipment hire, table settings, an event plan, and so on. The […]

Micro-needling benefits: V for Hair & Beauty

Read about the benefits of this popular skincare treatment. Micro-needling, available locally at V for Hair & Beauty, uses a wand or pen with tiny needles to create tiny wounds on the skin. Owner Vicki Ogden-O’Fee says this triggers your body’s healing response, resulting in stronger, more radiant, and healthier skin. “Just one treatment can […]

Bake that brie

Gooey, runny, delicious – bake brie (or camembert) cheese is all of those. A treat for any occasion, it can be customised to personal tastes, and baked several ways. Bake it in puff pastry like a pie, in a cast iron pan Mediterranean-style, or in a ceramic dish. A wheel or whole cheese is best […]