Eating your way to wellbeing

University of Canterbury Clinical Psychologist Prof Julia Rucklidge has long recognised the critical role of nutrition in mental health. She has spent more than a decade building a case for revolutionising the way we treat mental illness.     Later this month she is joining Sam Johnson and Ben Warren for ‘Building […]

Taking the cake

Traditional wedding cakes will always have their place, but if you’re looking for something which reflects the unique tastes and style of the newlyweds – why not forgo the fruitcake and white fondant for something a little different?   There are many ways to pay homage to the custom of a cake […]

50 shades of silver: V for Hair

When it comes to embracing the grey, there really is something for everyone, explains V for Hair and Beauty Master Stylist Vicki Ogden-O’Fee.                         “Just because you have silver hair coming in and you want to go grey gracefully doesn’t mean […]

A place of passion: Tait Gallery

Visit the beautiful alpine village of Hanmer Springs, park your car and take a stroll up Conical Hill Road to Tait Gallery. Take time to browse and chat to the gallery owner, William Taylor – his passion for the arts is infectious and his gallery is full of colour and vitality. You […]

Just the essentials: Kjole Style

Finding the perfect pair of jeans can leave one feeling a bit like Goldilocks; one’s too short, one’s too long. With their expanding jean range, handpicked to fit lots of different body shapes, Kjole Style can help you find a pair ‘that’s just right’. We caught up with Stephanie Suckling about two […]

Gut Feeling

Our tummies are at the top of mind when it comes to the top trends for the coming year, with digestive health dominating our culinary picks.   While we have long sought to get more fibre and probiotics into our days, as research continues to demonstrate strong links between gut health and […]