Long service builds loyalty: Made in the Shade
A wet Tuesday in October did not deter Jan from Nelson and her Christchurch friend Lorrie from making their seasonal pilgrimage to their favourite shopping destination. “I’ve known Ali from when she was in the old Shades Arcade more than 20 years ago. Every year since then I make two shopping trips here […]
Pack your bags
Travel is back on the agenda for many, even though it’s mostly exploring our own country. Mix and match is the key to packing for any occasion, so be sure to pick garments that work three ways. Also pick your colours to either complement or contrast the rest of your travel wardrobe. […]
A fashionista’s dream: Estilo Boutique
If you love fashion, a visit to Estilo Boutique is always an enjoyable and positive experience and needs to be on your radar. The word estilo is Spanish for style, and the name definitely captures what the carefully curated boutique is all about. “We believe that fashion is what you want it to […]
Tropical curd skillet tart with meringue kisses: Le Creuset
Ingredients Curd 6 egg yolks 100g caster sugar 400ml tropical fruit juice 45g butter 1 lime, zest & juice 35g corn flour Pastry 200g plain flour 45g desiccated coconut 100g butter 1 Tbsp icing sugar 2-3 Tbsp water Meringue 2 egg whites 100g caster sugar To serve Zest of 1 lime 20g coconut […]
Get lemons, make lemonade
Lemon trees are prolific fruit bearers in winter and through into spring and summer. If you can’t give them away, try a few of these ideas… Bake Lemons add sweetness and tartness to baking so think lemon cake, muffins, slices, biscuits, a sprinkle of zest in or on baked goodies, and also a […]
Next stop: caffeination station
Coffee runs through the veins of many Kiwis, and that java fix is a key part of the day (or night) for all ages. We have a few favourites when it comes to getting our caffeine fix at home. On the Go Coffee has its own accessories, and Keep Cups are a stylish […]
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