Make mine mulled
Making mulled wine is super simple, and it’s a warming, aromatic drink to indulge in during colder days. Many bars and restaurants offer their own versions of mulled wine, so get out and sample some. If staying home is your preference, 15 minutes, and the right ingredients, is all it takes to whip […]
Orange is the new green: Insulmax
With the cost-of-living crisis showing no sign of abating any time soon, and winter knocking loudly on the door, now is the time to think about insulating your home. I nsulating your property is one of the best ways of ensuring it is energy efficient, with effective insulation significantly reducing fuel consumption and […]
Make winter sweet
A combination of colour and fragrance in a winter garden helps lift the darker, colder months, and there are many trees and shrubs that fit the bill. Here are some: Chimonanthus praecox (wintersweet) is well known for its winter fragrance, and the clear yellow bells of Luteus, or the red-marked form, Grandiflorus. Look […]
Destination dining: Two Fat Possums
Nothing beats a jaunt to the country to blow away the city blues, take your mind off the pressures of life, and to restore a sense of wellbeing. West Melton lies a mere 22kms from Christchurch, and has everything to satisfy the day-tripper, including a rave eatery. Two Fat Possums bar and restaurant […]
Our best joiners
Our top joinery experts honoured their industry’s best at the recent 2023 Blum Canterbury Master Joiner Awards. The supreme award went to MWF Manufacturing Ltd for a combined breakfast bar and bench top in neolith porcelain, although on the night it was Sydenham Joinery that took home four top awards, and was runner-up […]
Durable and versatile wood: Siberian Larch
Natural wood is one of the hottest design trends of 2023 and is a stunning addition to any home. Not all timbers were created equally – there’s much to consider when choosing one for your home or business. Siberian Larch is a slow-growing, high-density timber with minimum sap, making it a reliable product […]
Local first class painters: Pantheon Painting & Decorating
One of the best ways to enhance and smarten up your house is by adding a lick of paint. It will increase your property value and have it looking impressive. Choosing the right professional painters is the first step in your home-improvement journey to get the best possible outcome. Pantheon Painting & Decorating […]
Abstract additions
Curated by Nina Tucker Embrace the world of abstract art through simple additions to your interior space. Abstraction represents freedom, among other things, and is entirely interpretive in the eye of the beholder. It’s the sweet spot between fantasy and reality. In your home, it can become just what you need to release […]
Organic edible oils: Waihi Bush
With over 30 years in the industry, the creation of the brand “Waihi Bush Organic Farm” came from a desire to find a solution to a family health problem. Oliver, the youngest son of owner and founder David Musgrave, developed eczema. This became so itchy that he would scratch himself day and night, […]
Architectural and affordable: Tao Homes
Arriving in Christchurch to study, charmed by its character and amenity, and making the Garden City a permanent home. It is not a particularly unusual story so far, but the chapter that follows is unique, involving the desire to add beauty to the city with affordable design excellence. Tao Meng is Director of […]
