Stepping up: Yonder
To offer cool, comfortable, and sustainable products to change the shoe industry, one of the most polluting in the world, is the goal of Saola Shoes. From the start, eco-construction has been the central pillar behind the European brand. Keeping in step with the #makeanimpact mantra, the company uses recycled and bio-sourced materials, […]
Rangiora’s new Pilates studio: Studio Pilates
When working out, few methods are recognised as being as safe, effective and suitable for clients of all ages, backgrounds and fitness levels as Pilates. Studio Pilates is amongst the most widely recognised methods. Founded in 2002 by Jade Winter, an ex-Olympic swimmer, and his wife Tanya Winter, a qualified physiotherapist, its programme […]
Benefits of a healthy spine: Muscle People
Ensuring you have a healthy spine makes sense, because it is the key to holding your entire body together. Your spine holds you upright and protects your spinal cord which is responsible for passing messages to and from the brain. Apart from when your parents and teachers told you to stand up straight, […]
Sound asleep
When it comes to health and wellbeing, getting enough sleep is as vital as regular exercise and a healthy diet. Having sleep troubles is common, and not so surprising considering the fast pace and busyness of so many people’s lives. Ensuring you are getting enough sleep each night will help in all areas […]
Hanmer; a hot destination always
Hanmer is well known for its fabulous thermal pool complex where young and old alike can soak for hours on end in any one of many pools that range in temperature from refreshingly cool to devilishly hot. Boasting the longest waterslide in the country and a suite of private pools, visitors can relax, […]
Cheat’s Ciabatta: Keepers
Ingredients 2 tsp instant yeast 4 cups high-grade flour, plus extra for kneading 2 tsp salt 2 tsp sugar 2 cups lukewarm water 2 tsp olive oil Method Mix the yeast, flour and sugar in a stand mixer. Pour in the water and mix with the dough hook for 10–12 minutes. The mixture […]
Breaking bread
Something about bread offers ultimate comfort. Maybe it is the simplicity of it or the smell of a fresh bakery loaf, but there is no denying the delicious experience of enjoying freshly baked bread (even better warm with a touch of butter). Making your own may seem daunting. Kneading, pulling, waiting, rising, baking. […]
Easter treats and more: The Bakehouse Cashmere
Easter is once again fast approaching and so are hot cross buns. Renowned for the yummiest of hot cross buns, The Bakehouse Cashmere will be baking fresh each day from the beginning of March to tempt your taste buds. Made with plenty of fruit, sugar and spice and all things nice. Located within […]
Declutter your pantry & palate
A cluttered pantry can lead to a cluttered mind, and a lack of inspiration when it comes to cooking. Why not have a tidy up and discover your stockpiled groceries too. Knowing what you have on hand and what has been hiding behind that can of baby corn for far too long can […]
Popular kitchen trends for 2022
The National Kitchen and Bathroom Association of New Zealand (NKBA) annual Trends Survey predicts timbers such as oak and walnut, along with porcelain benchtops, will be in big demand this year. Siobhan Nolan of Lily and Forbes Interior Design in Christchurch says that there has been a shift away from greys and whites […]
