Classy catering: Halswell Bakery
Whether you are hosting a special get-together with friends or organising the annual work event, having fresh, delicious catering is key. Food is often the star of an event, and it is what brings everyone together. The talented team at Halswell Bakery knows exactly what it takes to create the perfect catering for […]
A venue that has it all: Rangiora RSA
Are looking for the perfect venue you can trust with your next special event or meeting? Look no further than the Rangiora RSA’s Kippenberger function centre. With rooms available for groups of 10 to 200, there is a space to suit every occasion. From birthdays to corporate events, weddings to anniversaries, the Kippenberger […]
Enjoy a purr-fect outing: The Purrfect Ride
Taking a ride gains a whole new meaning when Heather-Leigh Cumming and Allen Cross are behind the wheel. Heather and Allen are cat lovers so it’s no surprise that their company is called The Purr-fect Ride, or that their fleet of luxury limousines are all Jaguars. From hen parties to weddings, stag nights […]
Cheese please
While it’s still cold out, and the need to socialise is picking up, why not add the ultimate comfort food to your entertaining with a classic – baked cheese. Whether you favour sweet or savoury, a baked brie or camembert, both pair well with either as they are baked to gooey perfection. Try […]
Baked lemon slice
Ingredients 150g butter 1/4 cup caster sugar 2 tsp finely grated lemon zest 1 1/2 cups plain flour 1 tsp baking powder LEMON TOPPING 4 eggs 3/4 cup caster sugar 4 tsp finely grated lemon zest 1/4 cup plain flour 1 tsp baking powder 100ml lemon juice TO SERVE 1 Tbsp icing sugar, […]
Toast the Sunday roast: Union Fare Eatery
Set in the heart of Prebbleton Village, it’s hard to miss the handsome grey and white villa that has rapidly grown its reputation as a destination place where fabulous food is a given. Union Fare Eatery is a café and restaurant that provides a contemporary brunch and lunch menu that tempts every palate […]
Sage and mushroom baked brie
Serves 4 Prep time 20 minutes Cook time 25 minutes Ingredients 1 ripe camembert (or wheel of brie) 120g button mushrooms 15g butter 3 sage leaves 50ml dry white wine 1 pinch ground cumin Freshly ground salt and pepper Method Preheat the oven to 180°C. Insert a knife into the skin of the […]
Hummus three ways
Ingredients Classic 400g can chickpeas (or 350g cooked chickpeas) 1/4 – 1/2 small clove garlic, chopped 2–3 tsp hulled tahini (optional) Juice of 1/2 – 1 lemon 2–3 Tbps extra-virgin olive oil About 1/4 cup ice cold water Method Drain chickpeas, rinse well and tip into a food processor. Add garlic and tahini […]
Fresh produce hacks
Keeping a fridge of fresh fruit and vegetables helps ensure your household eats a nutritious, balanced diet. But do you ever find yourself throwing away uneaten fresh produce because it has gone bad before you were able to cook with it? This is a common issue, that not only is wasteful but expensive. […]
Release your inner artist
Original art and hand-crafted items can make all the difference in adding a wow factor and comfort to your home. The “artisan home” is a concept that whole-heartedly embraces this ethos, with soft linens, textured walls and unusual accessories. From wall art to one-of-a-kind furniture, it’s about originality, quality and artistic expression. Investing […]
