Woohoo wedding cakes: The Sugar Room

Professional baker Sam Stakenburg believes a wedding cake should be a lot more than just a cake plonked in the corner of a room. The greatest asset, Sam says she brings to her business, The Sugar Room, is her eye for detail – that and her passion for baking, which started in her early childhood. […]

Still out there: The Lung Mechanic

While most New Zealanders feel the worst of Covid-19 is behind us, unfortunately, the opposite is true, and it’s called Long Covid. Current statistics show that 1 in 10 people who get Covid-19 will still have symptoms 12 weeks after infection. Catherine George of The Lung Mechanic says that with up to 200 symptoms suggesting […]

A glamour wedding: My Glam Booth

What is any event without those magical moments caught on camera? A daughter’s 21st, a best friend’s engagement party, a family wedding – all are celebratory milestones that need capturing for future generations. My Glam Booth is a Christchurch-based photo booth hire company, and owner/operator, Annabelle Hill, says the open-air booth is the only one […]

A touch of the Hamptons: OneWorld

OneWorld’s Hamptons-inspired West Beach range has arrived. With its classic and timeless style, the West Beach range is the ideal choice for those seeking a sophisticated coastal or Hamptons aesthetic. Add a stylish storage solution to your home in the form of the West Beach chest of drawers. Whether you’re revamping your bedroom, living room […]

Eco-conscious pet toys: FunDiggityDog

Tired of having tacky plastic scattered around your home after your dog’s playtime? Luxurious, sustainable, and biodegradable describe locally crafted pet toy brand, FunDiggityDog. Made from possum pelts, wool, flax, and hemp; FunDiggityDog’s plush toys are of the highest quality. Founder Louise Mackenzie says, “Cross-bred (strong) wool is an amazing natural fibre that is currently […]

Beautiful lake-side nuptials: Lake Hood

Located on the edge of beautiful and serene Lake Hood is a stunning and romantic lake-side wedding venue. With stunning sunsets, a backdrop of soft light and tranquil waters, this is the ideal starting point for your lakeside wedding ceremony or reception. Guests enter The Lake House through a stylish foyer. This opens out into […]