Knit one, purl one: The art of yarn bombing unravelled
What drives someone to cover a tree with an intricately knitted creation? Metropol writer Cheryl Colley spoke with Lynne Lawson, a Christchurch devotee of yarn bombing. When street benches turn into couches with soft knitted coverings, trees and public statues sprout colourful woollen coverings, it’s all to do with yarn bombing. Using knitted […]
Upgrading your kitchen: Kitchen Concepts
Planning a new kitchen? Knowing a few basic things before getting started will make the selection and installation process quicker and smoother. Sometimes all you need is a bit of guidance. “A lot of people, when they start their kitchen journey, don’t really know where to begin,” says Glen Kelman of Kitchen Concepts. […]
Sticky date pudding with caramel sauce
Indulge in the comfort of warm pudding enriched with sweet, luscious dates, a superb treat to savour when a chill fills the air. Bake away and enjoy this delicious dessert. 20min prep • 50min cook • 6 servings Ingredients Melted butter, to grease pan 200g dried pitted dates, coarsely chopped 250ml (1 cup) […]
All the good bits: Born & Raised
Looking to invigorate your gut health and boost your immune function? Kombucha and other fermented foods are full of antioxidants and probiotics, or live bacteria, that boost the health of intestinal cells, improve immune function and aid in food digestion. When it comes to top-quality Kombucha, Born & Raised stands tall as a […]
Canterbury wāhine unite: Inspired Events
Canterbury’s Inspired Events, founded and curated by duo Margie Foster and Christine Korako, continues to flourish as they gear up for their eagerly anticipated third event later this month. With insights gained from previous events feedback, Margie and Christine have thoughtfully crafted the theme of this event, knowing it will resonate with their […]
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