Pink ladies of racing

Cup Week is as much about the fashion as it is the sport, so Metropol has pulled together a beauty look book to help inform your race face. This year, we’re all about fresh dewy skin with fun and vibrant pops of pinks. Afterall, the horses won’t be the only ones with […]

Chelsea Winter’s Snausage Rolls

Sausage rolls are a popular Kiwi favourite. So they were a prime target for a Chelsea Winter plant-based makeover, recipe extracted from Supergood.     PREP 30 minutes, plus minutes to chill |  COOK 45 minutes |  SERVES 4 as a meal, 8 as a snack Filling ⅓ cup each brown lentils […]

Birthday bash: Total Food Equipment

Total Food Equipment is turning 11! Owner Sandra McLay is celebrating this milestone with a birthday sale and in-store demonstrations of hero products. Pop into the Moorhouse Avenue store to see the below products in action.   Instant Pot 5.7 and 8 Litre Duo Electric Pressure Cooker: Cooking is made easy with this […]

Growing good health: Terra Viva

There’s plenty to love about growing your own fruit and vegetables. Terra Viva’s Peter Worsp tells Metropol about the holistic health benefits of this rewarding pastime.   MIND MATTERS The mental health benefits of gardening in general have been well documented in studies; ranging from early-onset dementia to hyperactive children. The studies […]

Art show extravaganza: Windsor Gallery

It is a stellar representation from the art world’s finest taking part in the Open Weekend and Art Show on November 7 and 8 at Windsor Gallery, 386 St Asaph Street.   With over 130 pieces in the show and over 30 artists represented, from Aotearoa to Dubai, this promises to be […]

Start with wall art

Unless you are someone who walks around the house with their eyes closed, you are going to notice what is on the four walls of your humble abode. Whether you are a DIY diva or a pay and walk away type, Metropol has put together some tips for wowing your walls.   […]