At the gym
Regular workouts are a major part of many people’s lives. Here are some suggestions from Quest Nutrition on how to maximise time and effort at the gym. Fuel your success: Nutrition plays a pivotal role in achieving peak performance. Discover the art of balanced eating, ensuring you get the right mix of macronutrients […]
Luxurious linens
Crisp and luxurious, hotel sheets have a reputation for being particularly top quality, yet anyone can have the same opulent feel at home with a bit of care about sheet selection. Cotton, linen, polyester, silk, bamboo, and in winter, flannel, microfibre and even more options are available. What is important to know when […]
Fire away
As small and tiny homes increase in popularity, so too does the demand for more compact fireplaces. From heating to cooking ranges, fire place designs have become taller, slimmer, and in some cases squatter in shape, while retaining the same basic functions. Slim fireplaces and cooking stoves find homes in garages, caravans, man […]
Editor’s Note: Staying strong
Often just when you think things are progressing tickety-boo, something happens to upset the proverbial apple cart. Christchurch has had its share of such happenings, from downright disasterous earthquakes, to life-threatening blazes in the hills. Summer was progressing nicely until last week when fire broke out in the Port Hills yet again, endangering […]
Real real estate results: Ray White Marshland
The coming residential and commercial markets are set to be just as relentless as last year. No doubt, selling or buying is an incredibly emotional journey. Even so, properties are again bolstering the market and interest rates are settling down. Handing over the reins of your biggest asset when selling or buying takes […]
Abundant apricot pie
As the apricot season nears its end, stock up on these delightful orange fruits and indulge in that tart stone-fruit flavour, in pie form. Ingredients 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 Tsp salt 1 cup butter 6 Tbsp water, or as needed Filling 1 cup white sugar 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 Tsp […]
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