Eyebrows number one: Angela Millar

Recent studies on facial recognition and attractiveness confirm eyebrows are the most important facial feature. They are what frame the face. If the 1970s taught us anything, it was that overly plucked eyebrows did nobody any favours. Angela Millar has thirty years of experience within the beauty industry, with the last eight years […]

Mid-Canterbury must-do: Cafe Mayfield

Pick a good day and inland scenic route 72 offers you a near-perfect backdrop for a stunning drive through Canterbury. Stretching from Amberley to Geraldine, this picturesque road trip offers views of the freshly dusted Southern Alps sandwiched between the deep green sweep of the plains. Along this gorgeous stretch and just an […]

Sleeveless wonder

Seen plenty in fashion weeks over recent months, the vest has been a growing trend. In addition to the coveted knit vest, the suit version is a growing favourite in the vest family. Flattering, breathable, and luxurious, the suit vest is a chic outfit add-on that can be dressed up or down, and […]

Scrumptious Rēwena Bread

Rēwena Bread (Parāoa Rēwena) is a type of sourdough, leavened with a fermented potato starter, that originated amongst Māori, and is closely associated with their cuisine. Try this classic creation from the Kaumātua Recipes website. Rēwena starter INGREDIENTS 2 cups flour 1 Tsp sugar 3 slices medium-sized potato METHOD Boil the potato slices […]

Prehistoric fever: Jurassic Adventure

Adventure and excitement won’t be in short supply at Canterbury’s own dinosaur theme park these school holidays. With a vision to continue introducing exciting new attractions for local and visiting families, co-owner Aaron Keown excitedly reveals Dinosaurs after Dark, which will run through the July school holidays. In a thrilling atmosphere, the maze […]

Laughter from the kitchen: Annabelle White

For food journalist and mass media cooking personality Annabelle White, food has always been a way to express her regard for others. “To cook is to love, and to love is to cook”, Annabelle explains to Metropol writer Céline Gibson. Annabelle began experimenting with recipes from an American cook book her mother gave […]