New Kids on the Culinary Block
A clutch of exceptional new eateries have stamped their mark on the city in the last year and we’ve rounded up some of the best, just for you. 1. EARL A fine but casual dining atmosphere with a laid-back, buzzing vibe awaits at EARL, the city’s coolest little food-centric wine bar nestled in […]
Sporty Shorts
It’s the fashion trend we never saw coming. Sportswear seems to be creating its own empire and this season’s latest addition is cycling shorts, but not how you remember them. A high fashion upgrade has made this the trend that fits into every walk of life. Kim Kardashian loves this trend like it’s […]
Scootin’ Around: EV Scooters
With fuel prices skyrocketing and traffic congestion growing, now is the best time to re-evaluate your weekly transport, and what better way than with an electric powered scooter from EV Scooters Canterbury. Founded by electric transport fans George and Julie Hayward, EV Scooters Canterbury (https://electricscooters.kiwi/) gives customers the chance to choose from a wide range […]
Artisan textures: why you should consider furnishing your home with a shop local and keep it natural approach
Home decor enjoys taking a walk on the wild side a lot of the time, but this year, au natural is the king of the castle. When we think natural, we think artisan furniture – handmade with a raw edge. This aesthetic is by no means a perfectionist when it comes to looks and personality […]
Easy living: minimalism and the art of achieving simplicity in your home
Simple living is easier said than done. Not dissimilar to the skill involved with writing a concise, compelling letter, the art of creating a minimalist space that makes an impact takes creative courage and a sense of conviction that less truly is more. It’s a challenge not for the faint hearted. If you’re a minimalist […]
Shake it off: get moving with these five music or dance based workouts that are so much fun it will make you forget you’re exercising
Whether you’ve got fantastic rhythm, or two left feet, we’re going to help you find your groove. Balboat, ballet, ballroom and other traditional forms of toe-tapping fitness have received a major facelift with a new generation of dance taking the world by storm. We’ve got the rundown on the moves you need to make your […]
I take thee: what to consider when choosing your wedding vows
Wedding vows: they’ve commanded a lot of attention over the years. They’ve made us laugh, they’ve made us cry and sometimes, for those of us who have had to scribe these wedding days words, they’ve really intimidated us. There’s debate over who actually said it, but we’ll take a gamble on the fact it was […]
Honeymoon must haves: five things to sort before your romantic getaway
While we’ve never needed an excuse to keep the style party going long after the curtain has fallen on our big day, the honeymoon presents such a significant opportunity to introduce some chic newbies to our wardrobes that we couldn’t let the opportunity go by without making a fashionable fuss. If your wedding falls in […]
Sweet like chocolate: don’t neglect the colour brown in your wardrobe
It’s the underdog. Never a narcissist about what it has to offer. It gets on well with its counterparts. And it’s the colour of chocolate, a great form of escapism. Quite frankly, there’s little to frown about when it comes to brown. It may have born the brunt of some misguided criticism at times; heckled […]
For every season : weather and weddings when to tie the knot
Whether you want a winter wonderland or a spring soiree, every season can play to its strengths; it just comes down to which of the weather gods you want to work their magic on your big day. While we don’t like to deal in cliches, we are keen advocates of what each season is synonymous […]