Pancake perfection

Having pancakes for breakfast is a weekend classic from times gone by, but still popular if you have the time. Swapping bacon for berries is a healthier option, and using buttermilk instead of regular milk, ensures light, fluffy pancakes. This is a recipe which originated with Annabel Langbein, but has been adapted slightly. Ingredients — […]

Feeling good: No. 4 Bar and Restaurant

Kiwis are all about conviviality, throw in long summer days and we are there – flocking to eateries to catch up with friends and whanau and making the most of the good life. Naturally, the most popular venues are those that tick all the boxes, an indoor/outdoor flow, spaciousness, ambience and plenty of scope for […]

Fresh bakery treats: Gorgeous Food

When a recipe is so perfect, why would anyone change it? Especially delicious baking passed down by grandma, with a loyal customer following. A busy family, now operating Gorgeous Food Specialist Bakery in Springs Road since July, continues the local legacy. “We were so lucky to find such a good business, owned by really good […]

Relax in your bach

A home away from home can be just as cosy and inviting as your usual dwelling, or even more so. Holiday homes or baches are a place to relax away from it all, and often their interior décor reflects that. After all, no one wants to go on holiday and spend all their time doing […]

Tips for styling rugs: Carpet Binders

Decorating with floor rugs is an easy and cost-effective way to add style and function to any room in your home. Whether you’re looking to define an area, protect your hardwood floors, or introduce a pop of texture, a rug is a fool proof solution. Talk to the experts at Carpet Binders. Their service is […]

Nestling with nature: M M Linen

The bedroom is acknowledged as the home’s revered space – a personal, private haven for contemplation, relaxation and slumber. After a hard day’s slog at work, what bliss to know a beautiful room suffused with all that soothes our souls awaits our return home. M.M Linen is a renowned global label, grown right here in […]