Adding whimsy: Terra Viva Home & Garden

Bring nature in to add instant colour and a whimsical accent to your home with Terra Viva’s gorgeous range of giftware, indoor plants, and cover pots. Explore the abundance of décor available at Terra Viva and elevate your indoor and outdoor home styling.     garden.terraviva.nz  

Avo coffee smoothie

Avocados are plentiful at the moment, and delicious on their own, in salads, as guacamole, a smoothie or even made into a vegan ice-cream. This popular Indonesian recipe works well as a morning smoothie with a built-in caffeine fix, or a rich, creamy dessert with a drizzle of chocolate. Ingredients: 1 cup (240ml) […]

Cooking for change: My Home Chef

Rita Yosef didn’t know her home cooking business would benefit so many lives when she began. When the mother of a special needs daughter approached her, the decision was easy, and Rita began providing cooking classes to facilitate pathways for disabled communities into the hospitality industry. “It’s not just a job for me. […]

Unwind: Clear Ridge Apartments

Daydreaming about relaxing and cosying up on a winter’s day with a beautiful alpine backdrop? Clear Ridge Apartments in Hanmer Springs offer stunning five-star boutique apartment accommodation, which is ideal for the perfect getaway or special event. The beautifully furnished apartments are spacious enough to sleep up to six guests, and feature a […]

Mouth watering platters: Four Square Hanmer Springs

Hanmer Springs is an ideal location to hold a conference or an event of any kind – be it a family celebration, a corporate function or a wedding. If you are looking for a dining experience that is not in a restaurant then the team at Four Square Hanmer may be able to […]

Finding an MC

For a successful event, a good Master of Ceremonies (MC) is a must. Many people opt for an MC who is a well-known comedian, journalist, or celebrity. Some Kiwis who offer their skills are Art Green, Hilary Barry, Jason Gunn (pictured above), Anika Moa, and Kanoa Lloyd. When it comes to finding an […]