Let’s make music
Music is said to sooth the savage beast, and that it may, but it is also widely recognised that music provides a balance in life for many of us. Most people enjoy listening to music in one form or another, many also immerse themselves in writing, playing and teaching. Music fuels creativity by stimulating the […]
Sounds so Fyne
Metropol’s gadget guru Ian Knott checks out some diminutive, but powerful bookshelf speakers from Fyne Audio. So you’ve blown the budget on a new turntable and pre-amp to play those old vinyls on, but still need some quality speakers to plug them into. Fear not, because The Real Music Company and Fyne Audio have a […]
Chasing the chain
Come this October, Christchurch will vote in a new mayor. Metropol editor Lynda Papesch catches up with sitting councillor Phil Mauger, about his tilt at the mayoralty. A keen desire to improve how ratepayers perceive the Christchurch City Council, and also to bring about innovative change are two of the motives driving local businessman Phil […]
Hitting local fairways
With around 400 courses, New Zealand is one of the most affordable and accessible places in the world to play golf. Every year, about 500,000 people choose to play golf for a variety of reasons. It’s a game for everyone, inclusive for all ages, genders and skill levels. Being outside in nature and playing golf […]
Glorious winter getaway
If the slopes are not your style, there are many other wintery adventures you can go for instead. A getaway means something different to everyone. For some, it’s laxing out, reading, eating, and relaxing. For others, it’s full of activity, exploring, and trying new things. Here are a few ideas, and something for all tastes. […]
A perfect, pretty and pink winter
Winter is usually the time for dark colour palettes and moody inspired hues, but 2022 trends are showing something quite different. Bright colours have been wildly popular in autumn and winter fashion shows this year, seeing Valentino famously go bold with an almost entirely pink collection. Colour has the ability to shift your mood, and […]
Bring on winter favourites
Tucking up inside with a hot bowl of tasty soup, gorgeous gooey pasta or mouth-watering pizza is one of the good things in life during cold, wet days. Even better is that many of these winter favourites don’t take long to make, especially with a bit of forethought, and creative pantry shelf stocking. Here are […]
Chunky shortbread toffee bars
Courtesy of Simple Wholefoods. Makes 16 large bars 24 small bars or 48 bites Ingredients BISCUIT BASE 2 cups raw cashews 1 cup coconut flour 1/2 cup pure maple syrup 6 tablespoons melted coconut oil 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract TOFFEE LAYER 2 cups pitted medjool dates 1/3 cup almond butter 1/4 cup pure maple […]
A cosy winter refresh
For many of us, the bedroom is an oasis. When the seasons change, it is a nice time to refresh and transform your space to suit the change in temperature and mood. For winter, adding extra layers of cosiness in the bedroom makes those chilly nights that much easier. Here are a few tips: Change […]
Add a little light
One of the best ways to transform your interior spaces is with lighting. Light and shade can make a room feel comfortable but also dramatic and atmospheric. When used correctly, it can help highlight artwork on a wall, make a room look and feel bigger, or simply add a warm, gentle glow instead of harsh […]
