A feminine perspective: Anderson Lloyd
Law truly is an awesome profession! So says litigator Charlotte Houghton, a new partner at Anderson Lloyd. A member of the firm’s Christchurch-based litigation team, Charlotte recently became a partner shortly after a 12-month parental leave break with her second son. Her promotion (together with the appointment of three other […]
Tree-ting our environment: Ricoh NZ
Urban tree plantings have been found to improve people’s mental and physical health, improve air quality, conserve water, preserve soil, and support wildlife. Ricoh is a company committed to the environment and actively involved with planting thousands of urban native trees through its annual Big Green Day Out. This year’s […]
Reawaken your collagen: Skin Rejuvenation Clinic
Autumn and winter are great times to address the signs of ageing that are the most annoying, such as loose and sagging skin, and the Skin Rejuvenation Clinic has Ultherapy® to do just that. Dr Brigid Lee says that Ultherapy® is the only FDA-cleared, non-invasive procedure that can lift and […]
Green goodness lemon and parmesan risotto
INGREDIENTS 3 tbsp butter or neutral oil 2 onions, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1½ cups risotto rice ½ cup white wine 6 cups hot gluten-free vegetable stock, plus a little extra if needed 1 tsp salt ground black pepper, to taste 4 handfuls baby spinach leaves 2 cups frozen peas, […]
Lake of luxury
The days are getting shorter, and the temperature is getting cooler … but for The Lake House that is not a problem. The solution? A handful of heating options and a bunch of blankets. Boats are always on the lake, says owner Vanetia Bingham. And the sunsets are particularly beautiful […]
Delicious comfort cuisine: Quality Hotel Elms
Autumn means it’s time to cosy-up at Fig restaurant at Quality Hotel Elms and enjoy its brand-new dinner menu. Food and beverage services manager Ravi Naidu says, “We aim to keep our menu international bistro-style, so you’ll see Asian-inspired dishes, pasta and that timeless crowd-pleaser – classic steaks.” Of course, […]
Making Canterbury sparkle: Melton Estate
It’s time to raise your glass because “Meltonia” méthode traditionnelle sparkling wine is here! The 2017 vintage sparkling wine was created using entirely estate-grown grapes from West Melton. The classic French technique ‘méthode traditionnelle’ (traditional method) is a proven process for producing quality sparkling wine. While the fermentation in the […]
Setting the bar high: RESENE
An intimate corner with an elegant bar cart and a cosy, layered blue setting makes for the perfect sophisticated spot. What is better than entertaining with a tipple from your own home bar? To make your space elegant and sophisticated, layer tonal blues and incorporate metallic accents. FURNISHINGS: Bar cart […]
Award-winning rooftop garden
A Christchurch rooftop garden that is small on size but big on innovation won gold at the Registered Master Landscaper awards recently. Natural Habitats installed the roof using an eco-pillow system. Weight is a natural concern when installing a green roof but the eco pillow system is lightweight, requiring no extra structural […]
Back in business: Mike Pero Real Estate Fendalton
After a brief hiatus, thanks to a certain pandemic, Mike Pero Real Estate Fendalton franchise owners Kelvin and Jacqui are back in business … and it is booming. “It is an extremely exciting time for us. We’re very motivated, stimulated and impelled by the current market,” says Kelvin Howell. The […]
