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Behind the microscope: Mohs and Skin Cancer Specialists

Skin cancer is a daunting reality for many Kiwis. A newly opened practice in Papanui is offering a wide range of treatments for all skin cancer types, expert advice and care, and a welcoming, safe environment. Mohs Micrographic Surgery (MMS) is the gold standard for treating two of the most common types […]

Peanut Chocolate Avocado Bars: Two Raw Sisters

Ingredients 1/4 cup cacao powder 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted 1/4 cup peanut butter 1/2 avocado 1 tbsp maple syrup Pinch of sea salt Method Add everything to the blender and blend until smooth. Line a loaf tin with baking paper and pour the chocolate into the lined tin. Place in the […]

Naughty & nice

Incorporating vegetables into baking and desserts can bring delicious flavours and textures into sweet treats. We all know and love a good carrot cake, yet there is a range of other veggies that work well in baking and desserts. Carrots, beetroot, courgette, and pumpkin all add nice textures, flavours and work to […]

Fighting back against fast furniture: D.J. Morrison Ltd

Modern living is “fast” – fast food, fast fashion, fast furniture. In a bid to keep up with the most recent home trends many people tend to opt for buying cheaper, lower quality products that inevitably end up in landfills a few years later. This approach is a complete anathema for third […]

Indulge at Kin Bistro

On the ground floor of Ballantynes Department Store awaits a hidden gem, the perfect spot to get together to share a meal, enjoy a coffee, or indulge in a mid-shop treat. Since opening in October 2019, Kin Bistro and Wine Bar has become a favourite of CBD dwellers and Ballantynes’ customers alike. […]