Itchy, dry skin this winter?
As colder temperatures continue and heaters remain on high, many people experience itchy, dry skin. Suffering from dry, itchy skin in winter is a common condition that can affect anyone. Often called ‘winter itch’ or pruritus hiemalis, older adults with naturally drier skin are more susceptible. Why ‘winter’ itch? Because when temperatures drop, […]
The hardest goodbye:
Peppers Clearwater Resort
Can a conference venue be so dreamy that delegates hope their flight home is cancelled? Peppers Clearwater Resort is just minutes from Christchurch Airport. Don’t be fooled, heading home is the hardest part for guests. “Conference delegates quite regularly wish for flight disruptions so they can stay on,” laughs conference sales manager Meg […]
Soul food: Urban Revival Silverstream
At this local culinary gem, fuel your body and feed your soul. Gather and celebrate with friends, family, or colleagues and taste the difference. Serving food made from scratch using locally sourced ingredients is a recipe for success at Kaiapoi’s Urban Revival. “The focus is revival of the mind, body and soul with […]
A place for every occasion:
The Old Vicarage
From casual coffees to the most significant of life’s milestones – no moment is too big or small for a venue that caters to every need of its community. The historic charm and warmth of The Old Vicarage’s beautifully restored exterior and award-winning gardens extends to the ambience within. “There’s always a familiar […]
Having it large: Hornby Club
For big celebrations, corporate events, sporting tournaments, conferences and all other big get-togethers, it’s all on offer in Hornby. One of Christchurch’s best function and events venues is located just a short drive from the airport and has access to over 300 car parks. That’s right, the Hornby Club is a premier events […]
Giving grandeur: Novotel Christchurch Airport
Everyone wants to host an event that leaves a lasting impression – yet it’s not as easy as it seems. Setting the benchmark for excellence with modern spaces that offer the best in guest entertainment and innovative culinary options, Novotel Christchurch Airport is a simple ‘sorted’. Wow your corporate guests, provide impact to […]
Jake Bailey’s top tips for public speaking
Ten years ago, an 18-year-old Jake Bailey sat in a wheelchair in front of his classmates at Christchurch Boys’ High School and delivered a prizegiving speech that would go viral and be seen by millions. Days earlier, he’d been diagnosed with Burkitt lymphoma, an aggressive cancer, and given just weeks to live without […]
Hot tip: Agnew Bros
Blasting your heater on your commute to work is one of winter’s woes – what if there were other ways to warm up? Retrofitting in-car seat heaters is a sought-after choice to stay snug during wintry mornings or long road trips. Thanks to Christchurch’s Agnew Brothers, this comforting luxury isn’t far away. Whether […]
Making hair goals happen: Haar Design
Master stylist Caro Haar introduces two new team members to keep up with demand at her popular Merivale hair salon. No stranger to being sought-after, Caro Haar, director of Haar Design, has added both established and emerging talent to her team this year. Master stylists Janelle Fynmore and Savanna Penderis were welcomed in […]
Party canapés
Need a quick and easy canapé that delivers a lot of ‘wow’ for very little effort? Say hello to our friend the vol-au-vent. A vol-au-vent – French for ‘blown by the wind’ – is a light, flaky puff pastry shell filled with sweet or savoury goodness. While homemade pastry is an option, store-bought […]
