Gin giants of Geraldine: Humdinger Gin
Aotearoa has a growing number of gin distillers yet few have made such a mighty impact in such a short time as Geraldine couple Saskia and Andrew Lewis, creators of Humdinger Gin. September 1 last year saw the first bottles of their gin produced, and a few short months later it […]
Suit-ability
Gone are the days when suits were only appropriate to wear in a corporate office. Blazers and tailored pants make easy, tidy outfits to get you through the working week, dinner and drinks, formal events or weekend run-arounds. Worn together or separately, a blazer and pants create elevated outfitting without too […]
From the editor: 5 August 2021
Welcome back to another exciting issue. This issue is a bumper one, full of reading and ideas if you’re planning a conference, a special event or even a wedding. Canterbury is full of gorgeous venues, offering unique spaces for all manner of get-togethers from small corporate gatherings to large-scale celebrations and conferences. […]
A warm welcome: RESENE
Stepping into a stunning hallway sets the tone for what’s in store throughout the rest of a house. Make a beautiful first impression with a warm and welcoming wall colour. This hallway has been given a creative touch with Resene FX Paint Effects medium coloured with Resene Half Alabaster. Resene FX […]
Art, antiques & collectables
Those who have missed the antique shops and art galleries that used to populate Merivale many years ago have been delighted to discover The Vintro Room. Down the arcade at 186 Papanui Road, opposite Merivale Mall, The Vintro Room has a large and eclectic range of desirable art, antiques […]
Create a mini orchard: Terra Viva
Nothing beats the flavour of delicious home-grown fruit; knowing exactly what’s gone into, and onto, that fruit is an extra bonus. Even with minimal space, it’s easy to create a mini home orchard. Plan your varieties carefully, and you can step out of your back door and pick your own fresh fruit […]








