Berrylicious

Berrylicious

Warmer days are in the air and the fruit markets are ripe with berries. Blackberries, blueberries and strawberries fill the punnets and are ripe for the eating. There is nothing better tasting that a ripe, soft, flavourful berry.     With the holidays fast approaching, why not look at your activities and […]

Savoire Café & Wine Bar

Savour Savoire: Savoire Café & Wine Bar

With a high standard of service and fabulous food, Savoire Café & Wine Bar is an institution in Merivale and is now looking better than ever after a recent refurbishment.     New additions have been added to the menu complementing the ever-popular Eggs Benedict, Corn Fritter Stack and Antipasto Platters. Everything […]

The Rowdy Kitchen

Options galore: The Rowdy Kitchen

Since its opening in May, The Rowdy Kitchen has established itself as a quality dining destination in the northern suburb of Prestons, Christchurch.       Owners Blair and Gabe McIntyre bring a wealth of hospitality experience and have created a relaxed environment, providing a multitude of different dining spaces for customers.  […]

North Canterbury

Silly Season Spectacular: North Canterbury

North Canterbury – summer excitement central! Here’s a taster of some pre-Christmas events.     Shopping night spectacular Rangiora Christmas Celebration Night on November 23 from 5:30 to 9:30pm will see most of High Street’s retailers and eateries open late, with market stalls sprinkled along Rangiora’s central High Street. Live music, street […]

Statins

Not Responding to Statin Meds?

Statins are a class of drugs often prescribed by doctors to help lower blood cholesterol levels. By lowering the levels, they help prevent heart attacks and stroke.     Clinical studies show that, in certain people, statins reduce the risk of a cardiovascular event (heart attack, stroke, death) by about 25 percent […]

Mini Morsels

Mini Morsels

We’re all about embracing our inner foodies and even more so when it comes to the big day. This wedding season it’s all about pint-sized presentation, with mini morsels that are almost too cute to eat.     It’s an opportunity to step out of the culinary box and try some unique […]

Via Sollertia

A part of YOU: Via Sollertia

The team at Via Sollertia understands that the ring becomes a part of you, an extension of your essence and simply being stunningly beautiful just isn’t enough anymore.       The jewellery you wear needs to embody your values of locally sourced and ethical production. Via Sollertia handmakes product on site, using […]

QT

Age-reversing love affair: QT

If, as a follower of poet Frost, you “never take notes in a love affair” I advise you to grab a pen right now. Record the term ‘internal cosmetic’ and learn it well, for a brand-new love is about to change your life.     Local company QT is going global and […]

Bold Bridesmaids

Bold Bridesmaids

In 2019, brides are stepping back from the traditional and opting for a unique look for their bridal parties that will complement any body type and showcase individual personalities.     Long gone are dusty pinks, sumptuous sequins and cold shoulder dress designs. Welcome in wrap dresses, two-piece beauties and mismatched ensembles. […]

OrthodontiX

Wisdom in Teeth: OrthodontiX

Ronald Sluiter, orthodontist of OrthodontiX is proud to be New Zealand’s premier Orthodontic provider of Invisalign teeth straightening systems.     Invisalign was traditionally aimed at smaller dental corrections for adults, but Ronald is thrilled that the system now provides treatments tailored to teens. Called the Kids First treatment, it is available […]