Fuelling finances: Mylend
Race Week is traditionally a big week in Canterbury. Cup Day, Ladies day, Riccarton Races… it’s a week of sunshine (hopefully) socialising and being surrounded by people hoping to make a quick buck. Now I have been known to attend Cup Day on the Tuesday with the same lovely group of friends who […]
Paving by professionals: Dragon Stone Paving
Warm weather means entertaining shifts outdoors. The pathway you walk, patio you lounge on, and food sizzling in the barbecue area should be robust and exquisite underfoot. Professional paving is key in creating dynamic, welcoming outdoor spaces. Strength, durability, curb appeal, and aesthetic – paving is the winning material, and Dragon Stone Paving […]
Go gut-healthy
Cup Week, and events season in general, can be a trying one for our bodies, especially the gut.’ In fact, the time we’re inching closer to, dubbed ‘the silly season’, is a danger zone for maintaining good gut health. Days spent indulging in fruity cocktails and classic favourites, delicious spreads and plates of […]
A real humdinger: Humdinger Gin
Sloe gin is made by infusing gin with blackthorn fruits (sloes), after it being distilled with juniper. The result is a sweeter, fruitier flavour, that’s traditional in the United Kingdom (UK). The refreshing drop is best enjoyed neat or over ice – you could add a splash of soda water. Just a small […]
Good for the gut, Buddha bowls
Eat the rainbow they say, and a Buddha bowl is a delicious way to do it. They also say you eat with your eyes. The beauty of a Buddha bowl is it’s ability to be completely customised – meaning you can build your bowl with foods that you love to look at, and […]
Top holiday reading: Piccadilly Books
The holiday season is fast approaching, making it high time to stock up on quality reads for gifts, relaxation, and inspiration. Check out some of the great choices at Piccadilly Books. The Heist by Scott Bainbridge, reviewed by Neville. Our price: $37.99 Three minutes was all it took to subdue the guards on […]








