Happiness habits
Here are some daily habits that may help you achieve more happiness in your life. Breathe deeply You’re tense, your shoulders are tight, and you feel as though you just might “lose it.” We all know that feeling. Instinct may tell you to take a long, deep breath to calm yourself down. Turns […]
Treats not sweets
Heading into Easter, thoughts turn to chocolate, Easter eggs, foil-wrapped bunnies and the like. Most of those have a high processed sugar content, however there are ways and means of having treats without them being too sucrose laden. Try making your own bliss balls, using the recipe below, and swapping in/out your favourite […]
Strawberry tart recipe
Impress your loved ones with a gorgeous strawberry tart, perfect as a centrepiece dessert for home dining. This delectable treat is crafted from a buttery pastry base and topped with luscious crème pâtissière. Ingredients 125g softened unsalted butter 85g icing sugar 1 egg 200g plain flour 100g strawberry jam 500g strawberries 2 Tbsp […]
Enjoy craft cider: 12 Taps Cider House
On a beautiful autumn day, what could be more refreshing than a delicious pint of cider or beer? The popularity of craft beer and the fermented alcoholic beverage made using the unfiltered juice of fruits, cider, is on the rise – and understandably so, they’re light, refreshing and taste great. With a […]
State-of-the-art club: Hornby Club
Members only clubs are enjoying a renaissance in Christchurch. With a contemporary new facility, including an events centre, family-style restaurant, café and sports bar, one club that has attracted hundreds of new members in recent months is the Hornby Club. Officially opened in December, the architecturally designed facility has obviously hit the right […]
Luxurious haven
Your bedroom is a sanctuary for your peace of mind (and sleep). Having a luxurious space to wind down in every night is one way to achieve this. Here are a few ways to turn up the luxury. Linen Beautiful bed linen not only looks great but feels great too. The relaxed, undone […]
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