Show stoppers: The Sugar Room
From bold designs to unexpected flavour pairings, one talented baker helps couples create bespoke wedding cakes that make a statement on their big day. When it comes to creating something out of the ordinary, Sam Stakenburg at The Sugar Room is your baker because she loves a challenge. “A recent request was a […]
From polo to produce
Words: Pattie Pegler | Images: supplied The fruit and vegetable shop in Woodend has changed a little. With flowers, fresh bread and pantry staples added to the existing range of produce, owners Becks and Dryden Power are transforming it into a cornerstone for the local community. This is more than just a business […]
Island nuptials in Niue
Imagine exchanging vows on a secluded clifftop as the sun sinks into the Pacific, or saying “I do” surrounded by rainforest and ocean breezes. Niue offers couples something increasingly rare, space, privacy, and a sense that the moment truly belongs to you. A short flight from New Zealand, this unspoiled island feels worlds […]
Whimsical bouquet: Victoria Florists
Bridal floristry follows trends just as closely as gowns and stationery. So, what’s hot this season? Leanne Lovell of Victoria Florists has worked with flowers for more than 40 years and keeps an eye on what’s emerging. “Right now, I’d describe the look as whimsical,” Leanne says, “Instead of raising arrangements on pedestals, […]
Welcome to the club: Cashmere Club
Special, adaptable, affordable and beautiful – one Christchurch wedding venue ticks all the boxes. The excitement of the engagement is over, and next comes the task of organising the wedding. But where to hold such an important occasion? It needs to be special. It needs to be adaptable to different needs, and it […]
Make it major: Mackenzie A&P Show
The Mackenzie Country’s A&P Highland Show is the largest one-day show in New Zealand, with 12,000 to 15,000 visitors through the gates. Organisers say this year is set to be the biggest and best yet. Held on Easter Monday (6 April) at the Mackenzie A&P Showgrounds in Fairlie, what began in 1899 has […]
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