Gripping gusto: Lotus Emira Turbo First Edition
As Lotus ventures ever closer to being an EV-only luxury car maker, the Emira seems to be the UK-based brand’s last with an internal combustion heart. Metropol writer Ben Selby shares more. I became rather besotted with the Emira V6 manual when I tested it for Metropol last year, so I was dead […]
This calls for comfort food: Potato Top Sausage Bake
Comfort food comes second nature to Kiwis – even more so at this time of year. No, comfort food isn’t usually a healthy, nutritious meal. It’s a treat that collects and contains memories. A bite of baking that transports you back to your grandmother’s kitchen, or a spoonful of crispy potato bake that […]
5 winter nail favourites
Your guide to this season’s ultimate manicure shades. Cocoa & caramel Pigmented or not-so-much, brown neutral shades are staple nail picks for winter. Marrying luxury and cosy vibes, cocoa or caramel hues pack a punch while embodying sweet treats. Tip: Light caramel or rich chocolate are on-trend, meeting the mocha mousse moment. Sultry […]
Nature inside: The houseplant renaissance in urban living
In an era where many of us spend more time indoors and at our screens, the humble houseplant is having a moment – and it’s more than just a design trend. By Tamara Pitelen. Urban homes and apartments across Christchurch are embracing a leafy revival, turning interiors into calming green sanctuaries that nourish […]
Is this a skincare skin cure?
Are you targeting multiple skin conditions – collagen production and elasticity, wrinkles, blemishes, fine lines, sun damage, pigmentation – with a long list of products? LED therapy and the subsequent viral LED masks are a trending alternative. The question is, can this technology tackle it all in one treatment? Light emitting diode (LED) […]
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