New salon on the block: PB Hair Spa
In mid-January, a luxurious new salon in St Albans officially opened its doors to the public Although P.B. Hair Spa has a new name and location an abundance of existing clients came to celebrate the change with the team. “It’s nice to know that the neighbourhood is so supportive of small businesses, and […]
Personalised medicine: Cashel Pharmacy
Do you often feel like health advice is a one-size-fits-all? Or one size fits most? You can now access personalised health advice based on your genetics, it is just a simple cheek swab and a consult away. DNA holds the blueprint for how your body responds to the world around it. At Unichem […]
Donate blood this year: NZ Blood
With 2023 well underway, some New Year’s resolutions may have already fallen by the wayside (whoops). It’s not too late, however, to initiate a new lifesaving resolution and start donating blood or plasma right now. Aotearoa needs more than 4000 blood donations each week, but fewer than four percent of the population are […]
Love bites
Valentine’s Day doesn’t need to be a huge affair, and neither should treating someone be confined to just one day of the year. Red is the colour of love, and can be used in a variety of ways, every day, to show someone you love them. Here are some quick and easy suggestions: […]
Pancake perfection
Having pancakes for breakfast is a weekend classic from times gone by, but still popular if you have the time. Swapping bacon for berries is a healthier option, and using buttermilk instead of regular milk, ensures light, fluffy pancakes. This is a recipe which originated with Annabel Langbein, but has been adapted slightly. […]
Feeling good: No. 4 Bar and Restaurant
Kiwis are all about conviviality, throw in long summer days and we are there – flocking to eateries to catch up with friends and whanau and making the most of the good life. Naturally, the most popular venues are those that tick all the boxes, an indoor/outdoor flow, spaciousness, ambience and plenty of […]
Fresh bakery treats: Gorgeous Food
When a recipe is so perfect, why would anyone change it? Especially delicious baking passed down by grandma, with a loyal customer following. A busy family, now operating Gorgeous Food Specialist Bakery in Springs Road since July, continues the local legacy. “We were so lucky to find such a good business, owned by […]
Relax in your bach
A home away from home can be just as cosy and inviting as your usual dwelling, or even more so. Holiday homes or baches are a place to relax away from it all, and often their interior décor reflects that. After all, no one wants to go on holiday and spend all their […]
Tips for styling rugs: Carpet Binders
Decorating with floor rugs is an easy and cost-effective way to add style and function to any room in your home. Whether you’re looking to define an area, protect your hardwood floors, or introduce a pop of texture, a rug is a fool proof solution. Talk to the experts at Carpet Binders. Their […]
