Plan your pamper break
Staying home can have advantages such as providing an ideal opportunity to relax and indulge in pampering yourself, far from the madding crowd. Treat yourself to a home spa day. Run a nice bath, relax with a face mask, a calming cup of tea (or a bottle of bubbly), and a good book. […]
Researching your gift: Canterbury Medical Research Foundation
Ongoing medical research is critical the world over and now, more than ever, as scientists battle to find vaccines and cures for all manner of conditions, diseases and one particular pandemic. Covid-19 and all its variants – Beta, Delta and Omicron – have shown how important medical research is, and how much it […]
An experienced voice: Ray White Rangiora
Is the boom really over? Experienced real estate consultants Amy and Marijke Sheppard of Ray White Rangiora are astute observers of trends in real estate and share their advice for potential sellers and buyers. “Despite the recent media reports that the housing boom has passed, the Waimakariri District is still seeing strong growth […]
Say ‘buon natale’: Pasta Vera
Being a great host is the starting point to successful Christmas celebrations and can come down to one very simple factor – planning. Part of that preparation is making sure you can cater for different taste buds and dietary requirements, so look no further than the fresh pasta, pesto, lasagne and sauces at […]
Blending tradition with time: Pudding Recipe
Many families still celebrate long-established traditions such as Christmas pudding, with brandy sauce, trifle, Kiwi favourite Pavlova with whipped cream and strawberries, and classic fruit mince pies. The origins of some, such as the Christmas pudding, date back to the 14th-century. In those days it was a sort of porridge known as ‘frumenty’, […]
Ready for change? Cook Costello
Too much time spent staring at the same four walls can be a strong motivator for change. Buying is an option, but building or renovating are great ways to avoid a hot real estate market and make those changes too; even if the process can seem a little daunting. Sandra Davies, an architectural […]
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