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Powerful, playful, pink: APT Collections

On top colour trends for Cup Week this spring, embrace the romantic energy of pink with this curation of party-ready dresses perfect for any occasion. Find all at Apt Collections in Barrington Shopping Centre.

A great fête: Geraldine Summer Fête

Head to Geraldine on 6 November for fun and shopping. Now in its 16th year and attracting visitors from all over New Zealand, the Geraldine Summer Fête on Thursday 6 November is a perfect day to reconnect with friends and do a spot of shopping in the beautiful gardens of Stover Farm, north […]

A bloody good time: Bloody Mary’s at Rydges

One of the city’s premier steakhouses, this central spot is ideal for celebrating, watching the big game, or just enjoying the sunshine. Perfectly positioned in the centre of Christchurch, Bloody Mary’s at Rydges Latimer Hotel has earned a reputation as a chameleon perfect for any event; The restaurant is known as one of […]

WOW

From an American pair winning the Supreme WOW Award to Lincoln’s Cushla O’Connell taking out the Wētā Workshop Award for Outstanding Design and Aotearoa section, the 2025 World of WearableArt show in Wellington was everything weird, wild and wonderful. Competing for a prize pool of over $200,000 across 25 awards, the finalist entries […]

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The humble chickpea is packed full of goodness and when roasted makes a tast snack to munch on while enjoying a beer, or as a healthy lunchbox treat. Ingredients • 2 cans chickpeas • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon salt • 2 to 4 teaspoons spices or finely chopped […]

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Sweet love: Patisserie Yahagi gets their joy from bringing happiness through the giving and receiving of food

When you work within or establish a new business, what makes you the happiest? For Eri Yahagi, the owner of Patisserie Yahagi at Church Corner mall in Upper Riccarton, happiness comes in knowing that her customers enjoy her desserts and cakes, but especially when they pass that joy on to their dearest people. […]