The rise and fall of the nerd neck
In days long gone, ramrod straight backs were synonymous with good deportment. Girls were made to walk with books on their heads to perfect good posture. Even today many mothers tell their children not to slouch, and to stand up straight, with shoulders back and chests out. Posture is still often evoked to represent the […]
A cake for mum
This Mother’s Day, why not whip mum up a delicious cake to enjoy with the whole family? You can’t go wrong with a simple vanilla or chocolate cake recipe, decorated in beautiful, fluffy buttercream. Even better when you get creative with a little colour and piping details. We have a simple vanilla cake recipe, as […]
Beautiful bathrooms
An important room or rooms in any home, bathrooms may be crisp, clean and functional if you want, have a more spa-like feel or any look you choose. Overseas trends this year include bringing the outdoors in, adding a touch of Hollywood glamour, and mixing natural materials to stunning effect. Here are some hints from […]
An eye for detail
With over 20 years of working closely with brides, Lisa Dermott has plenty of experience when it comes to the beautiful gowns that are often the star of wedding day celebrations. Metropol’s Georgia Summerton chats to her about what she has learnt during her career in the bridal industry, and what success comes down to. […]
Drive, eat, explore
Hurunui might just qualify as the ultimate holiday spot in New Zealand’s South Island, with its plethora of wineries, eateries, day spas, thermal pools, adventure, hiking, fishing and scenery. It’s in close travel proximity to Christchurch, making it ideal for a day trip, a weekend away or just a Sunday drive. Check out some of […]
Be my guest
After a few disrupted event seasons, finally, the industry is getting back into full swing. You know what that means… a new wardrobe incoming. While formal attire is often the common dress code for weddings and other special occasions, there are varying levels of formality that the hosts can decide on for their special day. […]
True to you
A wedding should encapsulate the personality of the couple getting married. This is what makes it their special day after all. Deciding on the overall theme of a wedding is one of the first big decisions. From there, the venue can be decided, the colour scheme, catering, dress code and so much more. Here is […]
Blood orange and gin fizz
Ingredients 2 blood oranges (or regular oranges), juiced 2 slices blood orange, to garnish 30ml Cointreau 30ml blood orange gin Prosecco to top up 2 sprigs thyme Ice Method Squeeze the juice from blood oranges into a jug. Add Cointreau and gin and mix. Fill two short glasses with ice and add a slice of […]
Gorgeous almond berry granola: Simple Wholefoods
Ingredients 2 cups brown rice flakes (or gluten-free rolled oats) 2 cups sliced almonds 1 cup whole almonds 1 cup shredded coconut ½ tsp ground cardamom ½ tsp ground allspice ½ tsp sea salt 1 Tbsp pure vanilla extract 2 Tbsp coconut oil ¼ cup almond butter ¼ cup pure maple syrup ¾ cup dried […]
Classy catering
Whether it’s dinner for two, Sunday brunch with the family, or a larger gathering, catering can be stressful, unless properly planned. Limited access to many hospitality venues during the past few years has seen a rise in do-it-yourself functions as people have worked creatively to carry on with lives, celebrating birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, family and […]
