Care for your teeth: Strowan Oral Surgery

Dental decay can lead to tooth cavities, gum disease and poor oral hygiene and has also been linked to diabetes, heart disease and cancer. Leading oral surgeon at Strowan Oral Surgery, Dr Keira Malone, says regular dental check-ups can identify any tooth or gum issues early and help prevent dental disease with routine […]

Ode to oysters

New Zealand’s fresh Bluff oyster season is well and truly over, however diehards can still find the occasional fix of this succulent and slightly salty delicacy in fish shops, some restaurants, and also at their local chippie. Of course, while they may be Bluff oysters, they’ll be frozen not fresh, until next year’s […]

Five ways to eat oysters

People either love them or hate them, but oysters remain a prized delicacy. A versatile shellfish, they can be eaten raw or cooked, the later including fried, baked, steamed, or stewed. Some people like to swallow the oyster whole, while others prefer to chew them to savour the full flavour. Most Kiwis prefer […]

Planning for Christmas: Quality Hotel Elms

Our work tribe holds an integral place in our lives. An Ernst and Young survey found that one third of people get their greatest sense of belonging at work, second only to their own home. Joining together for celebrations plays an important role in promoting harmony, and the ‘Christmas do’ is the big […]

Creative cooking: Riverside Kitchen

If you are looking to entertain work colleagues or clients in the lead up to Christmas, why not step away from the usual options and treat them to a fun, interactive and memorable cooking event at Riverside Kitchen. The Riverside team offers great options for large groups that will have everyone cooking and […]

High tea: Penny Black Victorian Tearooms

If there is one way to celebrate in style that suits everyone from age two to 102, it’s a High Tea. Tiers of gorgeous sandwiches, baked treats both savoury and sweet, all beautifully presented and served. To drink is the finest tea, coffee, or a glass of party time prosecco, juice, or soft […]