From vine to table with Clare Giffard
A love of wine and food took Clare Giffard all around New Zealand, and internationally for years, until she made Canterbury her permanent home. Metropol writer Neville Idour looks back at her journey. W ine, followed closely by food, has frequently been top of the list for Canterbury café owner Clare Giffard. Known […]
New year, new home office
If you’re one of those still working full or part-time from home, you may find yourself thinking about a revamp of your dedicated work space. Setting up your home office correctly from the beginning will help with your productivity. Every home office needs a good computer, potentially an extra monitor, reliable internet connection, […]
The power of H2O
The bountiful benefits of water are no secret. Here are some of our top tips to maximise water for your health this summer season. DRINK Carry a suitable sized drink bottle wherever you go to stave off dehydration. With a wide range of water bottles on the market, you are bound to find […]
Peachy keen
Interior decorators, fashion, footwear and accessory designers, and jewellers are embracing Pantone’s “Colour of the Year 2024”, known as Peach Fuzz. Described by the Pantone Colour Institute as a comforting hue ‘softly nestled between pink and orange’, the colour was chosen to express a yearning for community and cosiness during uncertain times. As […]
Inspired to revamp: Alena Designs
Recent holiday festivities may have you reconsidering the interior design of your home. Whether you are jealous of your sister-in-law’s lounge suite, or are simply not inspired by the look of your home, Alena Designs is ready to help. Judy Pyne, Creative Director, and owner of Alena Designs, finds great joy in reimagining […]
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