More summer wine
“Strawberries, cherries and an angel’s kiss in spring. My summer wine is really made from all these things.” So wrote Lee Hazelwood and sang Nancy Sinatra. Those same summer fruit scents are evident in many of today’s lighter wines, making them just right for long hot days, and balmy nights. One of those […]
Read the label
Buying wine may be a frustrating task if you don’t know much about the varieties, what foods they will pair with, and what to expect when you twist the cap off and pour. That’s where wine labels come to the fore. Knowing how to read the front and back labels on a wine […]
Easy ice cream
Home-made ice cream is a real treat and is so easy to make. I’m not sure where this recipe originated, but I’ve made it multiple times during the last 30 years, and it works every time. To vary the flavour, simply add fresh or pureed fruit, your favourite sweet sauce (chocolate, passionfruit, peppermint, […]
Next level wining & dining: The George
Food and wine matching is an art. Not everyone knows what wines complement specific dishes, so it’s a huge help when a menu is composed with options selected by the experts. The staff at The George make it easy for you, seven days a week, for lunches and dinners. They know their wines, […]
Crazy for Crays
New Zealand crayfish is a popular delicacy, usually readily available locally thanks to the close proximity of Kaikōura and its coastal waters. Barbecued with herb butter 1 – Blend the zest of one lemon with a quarter cup each of chopped dill, parsley, and chives, two cloves peeled garlic, and 125g unsalted butter. […]
Marinate it
A typical marinade comprises three essential components: an acid (such as vinegar, wine, or citrus), an oil (such as olive oil or sesame oil), and a flavouring agent (such as herbs and spices). Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl. Coat your chosen meat in the bowl or a large bag, seal or […]
Kitchen trends 2023
A rainbow of colours, texture, porcelain, and a contemporary look and feel are set to take centre stage in kitchen design trends for 2023, says the National Kitchen and Bathroom Association of New Zealand (NKBA). After analysing the results of its annual NKBA Trends Survey, which explores the trends predicted by New Zealand […]
Poolside with a splash of style: Resene
Originating from the Californian city of the same name, the Palm Springs style is instantly recognisable. Pairing popular mid-century design elements with a playful flair for colour, this chic and glamourous desert design style has been trending over on the other side of the Pacific. Easy, breezy and effortless, this posh contemporary […]
Building sustainable homes and workplaces
Building sustainably is about using practices and systems that lessen impact on the environment, lower running costs and make homes healthy, accessible and comfortable. Sustainability includes environmental, social and economic factors. A sustainable building is supposed to meet social and also cultural needs, to ensure resources are equally available, and to cause no […]
