Banana miso caramel cake recipe
Caramelised bananas sit on top of a tender spiced cake in this elevated upside-down variation, with a sweet and salty twist. Developed by Jessica Donaldson of Semla Studio, this treat is best served warm while the caramel is soft and glossy. Ingredients, serves 8-10 For the cake • 120g caster sugar • 3 […]
West Coast on wheels
Amidst a glowing 27 percent increase in January visitor numbers, The West Coast Te Tai Poutini stepped into 2026 with economic optimism. If you want a taste of those high vibes, we suggest you head west on wheels. By two or by four, the region’s untamed natural wilderness, natural treasures and rich landscapes […]
Wool girl
CURATED BY NINA TUCKER If you want to be a cool girl, you must first become a wool girl. New Zealand’s favourite fibre – sustainable, breathable, biodegradable, beautiful – don’t try to convince me wool (whether that’s merino, cashmere, tweed, or mohair) isn’t the best thing you could have in your wardrobe.
The great West Coast road trip
Between Haast in the south and Karamea in the north, the West Coast is one adventure after another. From ancient forests to gigantic glaciers, watch the oceanic performance at Punakaiki’s blow holes, shop for greenstone in Greymouth and Hokitika, explore old gold workings and hike over one of the massive glaciers. Duration: 7 […]
Shear joy
Words: Nina Tucker | Images: Dorothy McLennan Beverley Riverina Forrester’s award-winning wool fashion business was born from her rural North Canterbury farm and innovative, optimistic mind – a venture that took garments to New Zealand Fashion Week and international runways, and knitting kits to the world. I had to wade through sausage-making courses […]
Hayden Paddon: A driving force
From small-town sponsorships to world-stage victories and electric innovation, New Zealand’s most successful rally driver Hayden Paddon is driven less by what he’s achieved than by what still lies ahead. Next on his to-do list? A New Zealand world rally team, Kiwi-built and Kiwi-run. At 38, Hayden Paddon has nothing left to prove, […]
Faces of Te Kaha
More than 2.4 million work hours have gone into building the stunning One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha, this is a snapshot of just a few of the people from behind the scenes. Providing the city with an exciting and dramatic new focal point, the new multi-use stadium at Te Kaha is […]
Discover Ōtautahi through architecture
Open Christchurch, the annual festival of architectural excellence returns from 1 to 3 May with 52 buildings to explore. Immerse yourself in the world of architecture through countless open buildings, 40-plus activities, special events and guided walks. This year’s programme shines the spotlight on unusual and unexpected gems, over 100 years of design […]
Welcome home
The new stadium is the last of the 16 anchor projects considered necessary to regenerate the city centre. It will add to the city’s vitality, catalyse further development, and help re-establish Christchurch as a sporting and cultural capital. With the rain hosing down outside and gale-force winds buffeting the city, the decision to […]
Sip, swim, stroll, cycle in Kaikōura
From breathtaking scenery best discovered by bike to local brews and marine life encounters, Kaikōura is born to excite the senses. SIP Between boutique distilleries and brewhouses, the taste and tipple of Kaikōura is inspired by its surroundings. Take yourself on a drink crawl, or test a different tipple each night. SWIM Meet […]
