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Editor’s perspective: Auspicious occasion

Throughout life, and in business, certain achievements and milestones need to be celebrated. Turning 25 is one of those, and this month Metropol did just that. Succeeding as a small business is tough at any age. Statistics show that more than 50% of New Zealand business startups fail within five years, 75% will […]

A hotel-like guest room

When beloved friends or family make the effort to visit and stay a few days, why not make their stay as luxurious as possible? Cosy comforter, decent bed, and silky-smooth sheets Start by ensuring your guests will have a comfortable sleep, and don’t skimp on getting a luxury comforter, high thread count Egyptian […]

An Encore for Kirstin Carlin, Neil Dawson, and Michel Tuffery

By Warren Feeney A recent group exhibition of 14 of The Central Art Gallery’s artists, appropriately titled Encore, noted that they are worthy of a round of applause. The response to the exhibition in this review has been to encompass something of its personality through three artists, highlighting the diversity of experiences they […]

Under the mistletoe

Christmas crackers, tinsel everywhere, swapping secret Santa gifts, and Michael Bublé singing in the background are all things that set the scene for a fun end-of-year-office party or pre-Christmas dinner with friends. A mod outfit that gives off a touch of the Christmas spirit is worth the hunt to blend in with all […]

Pickled grapes

Plump, juicy green and red imported grapes are available now in plentiful supply, ideal for entertainment platters, and great for pickling. They’re easy to do, and will be done in time for Christmas if you start now. Crisp and spicy, they’re a wonderful accompaniment with cheeses, pâtés, and on charcuterie boards, reminiscent of […]