Iced Caramel Latté

Ingredients For the caramel sauce 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup half and half (half milk & half cream) Pinch salt 2 Tbs butter For the latté 2 cups brewed coffee 1/2 cup half and half Ice   Instructions – Serves 2 To make the caramel sauce, combine brown sugar, half and half, […]

Superb food, caring staff: Fisherman’s Wharf

Every successful business owner knows that their staff are their greatest asset. This is certainly the case for PJ Gemmell, owner of Fisherman’s Wharf restaurant in Lyttleton. “We have a great team here, says PJ,” “from all the staff in the kitchen to the front-of-house staff serving the customers.” Central to this business […]

Homes of the future

In this digital age, it’s easier than ever to transform your home into a smart, efficient living space. By embracing the latest in home automation, you can make your daily life more convenient and enjoyable. Start with a Smart Hub A central hub, like a smart speaker or controller, is the heart of […]

Hot nights ahead

It’s time to stow away the electric blanket and fold up those cosy flannel sheets, we’re heading towards warmer nights. J ust as your wardrobe undergoes a transition towards cheerful, sunny colours during this season, your bedding should follow suit. Enter the coverlet, the secret weapon in the realm of lightweight summer bedding. […]

A convivial café: Brighton Beach House

Something is very convivial about having a ‘local’ café – a place where you can drop in for a morning coffee, or a drink after work, and be greeted by name and with a bit of cheek by a smiling staff member. It is that vibe which you will find at Brighton Beach […]

Your literary sanctuary

For all the book lovers in Canterbury who want their dream library to turn into a reality, here are some top tips: Assess your collection Before creating your home library take inventory of your book collection. This helps gauge the space required and organisation. Locate the ideal spot Begin by identifying the perfect […]