Creamy carrot & bacon soup recipe
Perfect for those wintry days, this heart-warming soup from the new book by Sue Heazlewood, Tangleby Everyday Recipes Book Two, is a delicious lunch when served with buttered and grilled ciabatta. Head along to the book’s launch on 21 May at North Canterbury Books. Ingredients | Serves 4 150g bacon, diced 1 tbsp […]
You wear it well: The Wool Company
Four seasons in one day is how Cantabrians describe their weather, and dressing for those rapid shifts can be a daily challenge. For Margot Riach, owner of The Wool Company, the answer is simple: merino possum. “Once people wear it, they never look back,” she says. “By blending the fibres, we create soft, […]
Banana miso caramel cake recipe
Caramelised bananas sit on top of a tender spiced cake in this elevated upside-down variation, with a sweet and salty twist. Developed by Jessica Donaldson of Semla Studio, this treat is best served warm while the caramel is soft and glossy. Ingredients, serves 8-10 For the cake • 120g caster sugar • 3 […]
West Coast on wheels
Amidst a glowing 27 percent increase in January visitor numbers, The West Coast Te Tai Poutini stepped into 2026 with economic optimism. If you want a taste of those high vibes, we suggest you head west on wheels. By two or by four, the region’s untamed natural wilderness, natural treasures and rich landscapes […]
Wool girl
CURATED BY NINA TUCKER If you want to be a cool girl, you must first become a wool girl. New Zealand’s favourite fibre – sustainable, breathable, biodegradable, beautiful – don’t try to convince me wool (whether that’s merino, cashmere, tweed, or mohair) isn’t the best thing you could have in your wardrobe.
Look lively: Matthews Eyecare in The Tannery
Eye care is about more than just updating your prescription; it is an important part of looking after your overall health. Regular eye exams don’t just help you see clearly, they can also pick up early signs of conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration and even diabetes, says Claire Randall of Matthews Eyecare in […]
Setting up for sofa season: Four Peaks
As winter weather sets in, snuggle up on the sofa with all-natural, locally crafted soft furnishings. If there’s one thing that winter brings, it’s the desire to retreat to the sofa on a cold, dark evening surrounded with cushions, throws and blankets. For soft, warm and long-lasting furnishings, you can’t go past New […]
Staying fit as a mum
“Motherhood is the ultimate full-body workout,” says yoga and Pilates instructor Natalie Pantos. She reflects on her fitness journey through motherhood and shares advice for mums getting back into movement. Motherhood demands a level of mental and physical fitness like no other. My children’s needs don’t pause for studio class times – they’re […]
Weight-loss drug dilemma
Exercise New Zealand is part of a world-first global call for urgent action on obesity medications. With nearly three billion adults worldwide currently overweight or living with obesity, a number that is projected to rise significantly in the coming decade, the potential of GLP-1 therapies is a significant clinical advancement, says a joint […]
The great West Coast road trip
Between Haast in the south and Karamea in the north, the West Coast is one adventure after another. From ancient forests to gigantic glaciers, watch the oceanic performance at Punakaiki’s blow holes, shop for greenstone in Greymouth and Hokitika, explore old gold workings and hike over one of the massive glaciers. Duration: 7 […]
