Rocket tomato cheese pizza: Half Baked Harvest
Ingredients 3 cups cherry tomatoes 4 cloves garlic, smashed 2 Tbsp fresh thyme 2 Tbsp fresh oregano chilli flakes salt and black pepper 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 230g pizza dough, homemade or store-bought 1/4 cup basil pesto 2 cups shredded Italian cheese 50g prosciutto 3 cups rocket 1/2 cup grated parmesan […]
Bold bling is in
In an era of Zoom meetings and working from home, big, blingy earrings are the key to looking flawless from your computer screen without putting in much effort. Statement earrings such as chunky hoops or embellished studs have become a grounded trend this year, as seen in Vogue’s 2021 Fall Report. Versace also […]
Paeonies with a purpose
Flower lovers rejoice. It’s paeony season and for the second year running these revered blooms – long known to symbolise compassion – are the floral heroes of a special fundraising campaign, ‘Peonies with a Purpose’. Each bouquet or bunch of paeonies bought from participating retailers until November 14, will see $1 donated to […]
Stay awhile
North Canterbury is full of hidden delights and local treasures. For a leisurely weekend, make a day or two out of exploring the sights, indulging in the cuisine, and discovering the beauty of the wider Canterbury region. Morning Start your journey at one of the local farmers’ markets that often occur on a […]
What about Blockchain?
The New Zealand Government is currently reviewing the potential for a sovereign digital currency, as are many other countries around the world. Among those in the spotlight is Blockchain, a mature technology that, while fresh to New Zealand, is growing fast. Globally job listings for crypto and blockchain have been skyrocketing, growing 118 […]
A hidden antiquities gem
One of Christchurch’s hidden gems, the Teece Museum of Classical Antiquities, has celebrated a milestone with its 50,000th visitor since opening in 2017. That’s roughly the same number of people it took to fill ancient Rome’s Colosseum. Part of the Arts Centre University of Canterbury campus, the museum houses more than three thousand […]
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