Potatoes au gratin dauphinoise
For quintessential potatoes au gratin, who better than French cuisine maven Julia Child. This is an adaptation of her recipe for the classic French dish, also known as Dauphinoise potatoes. Before Martha Stewart, Jo Seagar and Alison Holst, there was Julia Child. A ground-breaking gourmet chef, author and television personality Julia was the […]
Instant style: The Crossing
What to wear. Where to buy it. As styled by Christchurch fashion muse Mary Outram. The autumn reset I’m so excited to be introducing this new seasonal feature with Metropol… a space where I’ll share the pieces I’m reaching for, the trends I’m actually wearing, and the small styling shifts that make a […]
Garments return to ground
New Zealand label Kowtow secures a world-first in sustainability, transforming garments and returning them to the earth as a regenerative force rather than waste. “For two decades, Kowtow has been uncompromising in its belief that clothing should come from nature and return to it without harm,” says founder Gosia Piatek. In February, the […]
Pelvic restoration: iWellness
The solution for restoring the strength of your pelvic floor. I ntimate health can change over time, yet as we age it’s something many people hesitate to talk about. After childbirth, during menopause, following prostate surgery, or simply with age, the pelvic floor muscles can weaken. This may affect important aspects of sexual […]
Comfort cuisine: Mifan Chinese Restaurant
Classic Chinese favourites for dining-in or comfort food delivered to your door. With dine-in seating for up to 92 people, plus takeaway and delivery, the restaurant caters to everything from casual weeknight meals to bigger celebrations. Mifan Chinese Restaurant in Woodend specialises in authentic, house-made Chinese dishes, with favourites including egg fried noodles […]
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