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From sneakers to fine art, coins, Star Wars figures, or your cousin’s obsession with antique teaspoons… collections are addictive. How do you best display your beloved belongings? Whether it’s a series of adored ornamental oddities – from blue glass vases to anything cat-related – or the result of an addiction to buying hats, […]

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The China Cabinet

Elevate your next gathering with affordable vintage elegance. What turns a simple afternoon tea or bridal shower into a truly memorable occasion? For many Canterbury hosts, the answer lies in the charm and timeless elegance of quality vintage tableware, which is exactly what The China Cabinet delivers. “I feel really lucky, I get […]

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Rich in heritage and richer in a bounty of things to enjoy, Dunedin is an easy escape just hours away. Discover the city’s storied history with a four-day itinerary to take you back in time. DAY 1: Stay at one of Dunedin’s beautifully restored heritage accommodations – Bell Hill (with views of First […]

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Celebrating a wedding involves many traditions. One of the oldest relates to the drinking of mead, or honey wine, in celebration of the joyful occasion. The term ‘honeymoon’ is said to originate from the 5th-century custom of giving a newly married couple enough mead to last them one moon cycle, about a month. […]

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