Flavour of the month: edible flowers make their mark
Much like our wardrobes, the contents of our kitchen cupboards too are influenced by trends and, just like we freshen up our sartorial selections when it comes to the changing of the season, our culinary cravings can also benefit from a revamp. So what’s the flavour of the month in our culinary creations? […]
On Point: The latest fitness craze is barre (and we love it)
The fitness industry has forged an almost cult-like following because, although the fads come and go, a healthy diet and exercise is the closest formula we have to a fountain of youth. The latest craze turning heads faster than a pirouette is the barre workout and this is one recreational activity which we […]
A super special Sunday: The uber cool North Canterbury Wine and Food Festival
When it comes to the hit events on the Canterbury social calendar, the North Canterbury Wine and Food Festival is right up there with the best. Set under the picturesque oaks of Glenmark Domain in Waipara Valley, the festival is back next weekend Sunday 11 March to celebrate the local bounty of the […]
Naturally Fun: TimberNook’s back to nature approach to childhood development
TimberNook has just celebrated its first anniversary of facilitating experiences for children in a range of natural settings around Christchurch. The focus of TimberNook is nature-based play, weaving the therapeutic aspects of nature with an understanding of child development, creating play opportunities that challenge the mind, body, and the senses. With programmes for […]
New Menopause Symptom Treatment: We talk to Oxford Women’s Health about new health choices
A new treatment for some of the less discussed symptoms of menopause is expected to change the lives of many South Island women. While menopause symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats and sleep disturbance are much talked about, up to half of post-menopausal women are also affected by Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause […]
Nailing industry upskilling: NailX Beauty Supplies launches new education space
NailX Beauty Supplies believes in giving back to the cosmetic nail industry, through education. After 12 months settling into the new showroom at 201 Opawa Road, Managing Director Karen Clark has just launched her upstairs education room enabling industry professionals to upskill using the latest products. For those contemplating a career in the […]
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