Metropol - 5 May 2016

5 MAY 2016

COMPLIMENTARY

CUISINE Waste not, want not

fashion THE CAPSULE WARDROBE

Beauty

THE BEAUTY FILES

HOME

THE CHARACTERFUL HOME

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CONTENTS

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COVER STORIES 28 FASHION The capsule wardrobe 48 CUISINE Waste not, want not 57 HOME The characterful home 5 MAY 2016

COMPLIMENTRY

FEATURES 21 ECLECTIC EVENTS

CUISINE

30 PRETTY IN PINK 53 TRENDING NOW

Waste not, want not

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FASHION

fashion THE CAPSULE WARDROBE

Beauty

34 THE BEAUTY FILES

THE BEAUTY FILES

37 A BEAUTIFUL ARTFORM 44 DAY-AFTER DRESS-UPS

HOME

THE CHARACTERFUL HOME

CUISINE

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49 PALATE PLEASING PERFECTION

FRONT COVER

50 MAGNIFICENT MACARONS 52 A TASTY TEMPTATION

HOME 58 LOVE YOUR HOME 64 LIGHT UP YOUR LIFE 67 RUG-GED CHARM

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Metropol is enjoying a love affair with magical macarons right now. Experiment with a myriad of flavours and flirt with all the possibilities by visiting page 50 for some culinary inspiration.

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Publisher Metros Publishing Group Ltd Kate Pierson

EDITOR’S PERSPECTIVE

“I read recipes the same way I read science fiction. I get to the end and say to myself ‘well, that's not going to happen’” – unknown

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hen the stork dropped me off to my parents on Monday 7 April 1986 – all 7 pounds, 1 ounces of me – I’m pretty sure I came with a disclaimer – ‘do not leave alone in the kitchen to fend for herself – ever’.

Yes, it’s true, despite all of my ambition, I can’t cook or bake to save myself – to that end, let’s spare a thought for my future husband and children. I’m not quite sure whether my lack of domestication owes to the culinary prowess of both my mother and father who came willingly to the task of preparing beautifully cooked meals for me and my siblings growing up. One thing’s for sure though – the signs of ineptitude were there from the very outset.

There was that time I faced the wrath of my peers after ruining a recipe in our cooking class. I’d added copious amounts of salt instead of sugar into the mix and it wasn’t until we went to tuck into our treats that I was brought to account for my culinary crime.

Needless to say, my report cards for home economics that term, and every term thereafter until I had discretion over which subjects I took at school, were hardly full of praise. I can recall comments from my teacher like, “Kate would see improvement in her baking skills if she actually paid attention to what she was doing”, and, “Kate may find herself better suited to other areas of the school curriculum.” Talk about stating the obvious!

My ‘go to’ meal has long been pasta, cheese and sweet chilli sauce, which has provided a great deal of comic relief to my friends and family over the years. The extent of my love affair with the latter is exemplified by my closest friends keeping bottles of the stuff in their cupboards just for me. I even had my best friend post me some for my birthday while I was living in England - the distilled essence of loyalty.

While I won’t be donning a Domestic Goddess crown any time soon, I’m proud to say, that I love food – from guilty pleasures through to organic recipes and everything in between. Post-earthquake, we’ve witnessed a delicious metamorphosis of our cuisine in Christchurch with all the flavours of the world ours for the taking.

In this issue, our entire team’s appreciation of fine fare is woven through the pages.

Ultimately, great food is right at the heart of bringing people together. On that note, perhaps a beautiful meal for Mum is on the cards this Mother’s Day? If she’s anything like me, food is definitely the key to her heart!

Kate Pierson

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Bringing the past into the present

OUT & ABOUT

On Anzac Day, a huge crowd - estimated to be between 5000 and 7000 people - attended the rededication ceremony of Christchurch’s Bridge of Remembrance and Triumphal Arch, which had been damaged by the February 2011 earthquakes.

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rected to honour those who fought in World War 1, the bridge was first opened on Anzac Day in 1923.

The structure has now been so strongly reinforced and reconstructed that it has been guaranteed to continue as a war memorial for many generations to come.

“It was amazing that the structure was still standing up after the earthquake. The builders found it to be completely hollow inside,” says Paul O’Connor, a representative

of the Christchurch Returned and Services’ Association (RSA) and the organiser of the bridge rededication.

Originally, piles under the memorial were only four metres deep. As part of the reinforcement work, more expensive piles were driven down 27 metres. Even the badly damaged tails of the limestone lions on the sides of the 15-tonne arch were repaired by local stonemasons.

“The workers put in a huge effort

over the weekend, working overtime, to complete everything and did a magnificent job,” Paul says of the lead up to the event.

Speakers at the rededication were Christchurch RSA president, Peter Dawson; the Mayor of Christchurch, Lianne Dalziel, and Associate Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Minister, Nicky Wagner. The rededication was conducted

by Christchurch Cathedral Dean, Lawrence Kimberley.

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OUT & ABOUT

A WORLD AWAY On Thursday 17 May, WORLD – the ever-iconic clothing brand – transported guests to a world of fashion and fancy. Celebrating the exclusive launch of its new autumn and winter 2016 fashion and fragrance collection, guests were treated to a visual and culinary extravaganza. A beautiful high tea service preceded a salon styled fashion presentation and divine fragrance masterclass.

Portfolio models with Frances Hooper Marj Foggo, Marion Freeman

Francis Hooper (World), Janet Vincent (Ballantynes)

Maia & Connor Matthews, Kate Pierson

Dawn Alman, Tracey Prince

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Ruve Drummond, Madeleine Hawkesby

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SOCIAL

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A REAL CONNECTION On Tuesday 12 April, a charity event for Endometriosis NZ supported by a grant from The Rata Foundation, celebrated partnerships between communities, corporates and the Government all in the name of achieving great things for those who suffer from endometriosis – a total of 120,000 women and girls in New Zealand. Much-loved Gary McCormick assumed the role of MC with ambassador Miriama Kamo delivering a speech. Beautiful tunes were offered by Yulia and Mandy Pickering as guests enjoyed mocktails and nibbles while enjoying the chance to reconnect, network and celebrate the new partnership between Fulton Hogan and ENZ.

Robert Jones, CEO of Fulton Hogan and Deborah Bush, CEO of Endometriosis NZ together with their staff celebrate their new partnership.

Vicki Wilkinson-Baker, Robert Jones, Miriama Kamo

Yulia

Deborah Bush, Karen Hamilton

Rachel Turner, Abby Harding, Glenda Harding

Miriam Watson, Rose Harding

Miriama Kamo

Gina McKenzie, Melanie Orr

Kate Radcliffe, Anna Collins

Gary McCormack, Katherine Cottier

Dr Michael East

Photos by Jane Wyles Photography - for copies email: janewyles@paradise.net.nz

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OUT & ABOUT

The continuing tale of a very sick pup

Richard Lucy, a Veterinarian and Ultrasonographer at Ourvets in St Albans, continues the tale of the recovery of Honey, a very sick little pup from Arrowtown…

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y Saturday night Honey was well enough that I could take him home at night to care for. It’s not something that we do very often, but Honey had wriggled his way into everyone’s heart.

We had been in daily contact with his very concerned Mum in Arrowtown, and she was thrilled that he was making such good progress. She was even more pleased that he may still be able to retrieve a duck for duck shooting Opening Day when he was older! But there were still the results from the lab to come.

The results finally arrived - scanning through them, we let out a sigh of relief.

The pathologist was happy there was no sign of cancer (unfortunately not unheard of even in young puppies) and that the cause of his problem was all due to infection. The original infection may have set up in the lung after he aspirated

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something, or possibly from a blood borne infection. Either way, we could treat him successfully.

By Wednesday he was a bouncy wee pup - full of the joys of life; eating the clinic out of puppy food, and enjoying a whole

medications and a couple of fluffy toys to keep him company.

Later in the afternoon, we had a phone call from his Mum - Honey was home! He had jumped on the old Labrador; pulled his ears and then dragged one of Mum’s

“By Wednesday he was a bouncy wee pup full of the joys of life”

collection of toys to play with. His chest drain was producing no more pus and a repeat scan revealed the abnormal area had virtually resolved. It was time to pull out his chest drain and fly him home. The nurses all had a final hug before putting him in his travelling crate and sending him off to the airport with a small pharmacy of

boots all around the house. Honey was back - with boots on! Mum was thrilled (as were we) and we hope we’ll get a photo of him with his first mouthful of feathers on Opening Day. Contact Ourvets on www.ourvets.co.nz to find your nearest clinic.

OUT & ABOUT

A FABULOUS LADIES’ NIGHT OUT Enjoy a fabulous Ladies’ Night at Addington on Friday 27 May with special guest speaker, Chrystal Chenery one of New Zealand’s first bachelorettes and Dancing with the Stars runner-up.

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ff screen, Chrystal has become something of an icon – openly challenging her critics and attracting staunch defenders who applauded her stand for women, and the graceful way she handled controversy while being true to herself. Learning from her experience, she is now a spokesperson for young women about self-esteem; bullying and positive image.

Ladies’ Night will bring together a full evening of entertainment with a glass of bubbles from Lindauer on arrival; exhilarating harness racing action; live music, and a gourmet buffet dinner. There are numerous chances to win prizes including the major prize of a wonderful weekend escape to Melbourne with $1000 spending money.

A silent auction will be held on the night along with a live auction featuring four exquisite pieces of jewellery kindly

A full evening of entertainment with a glass of bubbles on arrival.

donated by Pascoes The Jewellers – a Baby-G Ladies watch; a silver and rose gold flower pendant; a 9 carat, white gold, rose pendant, and finally, a stunning 9 carat, white gold, diamond cluster dress ring. All proceeds from the auctions will go to St John, the charity of the night.

Ladies - phone, text or Facebook your friends; dust off the heels, and book a table of ten for $550 or $59 per person. Visit www.addington.co.nz or call 338 9094 for more information.

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A CHARITABLE EVENING

Bevan Killick (Chairman of St John of God, Hauora Trust), Poto Williams (MP Chch East), Mark Lodder (Fundraiser for Cure Kids)

On Friday 11 March, St John of God & Cure Kids held its second, annual charity auction. The event helps to support vital medical research and life enhancing care for vulnerable children, families and people living with a disability throughout New Zealand. Guests were treated to a beautiful three course, formal dining experience and a silent auction.

Pip & Howard Anderson

Hannah Ward, George Anderson, Irma Shennon

Daniel & Vivienne Wallace, Kristina Wischnowsky, Paul Mathews

Ann-Marie Cathro, Paul Mathews

Lindsay & Marilyn Welch

Trudi Morris, Sarah Hillier, Poto Williams

Photos by Jane Wyles Photography - for copies email: janewyles@paradise.net.nz

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OUT & ABOUT

A CREATIVE

expression OF LOVE

Forget flowers this Mothers’ Day and create your own one-of-a-kind artwork with a portrait of your mum, Picasso-style.

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aint ‘n’ Sip Studio is holding two events this Sunday – you can choose to create a Picasso-style masterpiece of your Mum, or paint her a canvas of hydrangeas. Alternatively, give her a gift voucher for a painting session, so she can create her own.

There is no age restriction for the sessions, so anyone can book in to create their Mum a gorgeous, personalised present that will no doubt be treasured. “This is a really unique way to change things up this Mother’s Day,” Paint ‘n’ Sip Studio Owner, Amanda Anthony, says. “And if there is something else you would rather paint for her, just let us know.”

The two-hour, step-by-step sessions are led by an artist, and painting materials are included. The studio, located in Ilam, has also introduced Sunday afternoon ‘open paint’ sessions from 2-4pm, for those who can’t make the night sessions.

Amanda started the business in 2014 as a fun, social activity to enjoy with friends in a relaxed environment, for all ages and artistic abilities. The concept was such a success that a Paint ‘n’ Sip Studio is due to open in Queenstown in mid-May. “As the cooler weather arrives, this is something different to

The two-hour, step-by-step sessions are led by an artist, and painting materials are included. enjoy with your friends; partner; social club, or for a special event.

The main focus is on fun, but at the same time, creating something you are proud of.”

Paint ‘n’ Sip Studio is located at 136 Ilam Road. Phone 351 0879, or visit www.paintnsip.co.nz

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OUT & ABOUT

memories

THE BEAUTY OF IMMORTAL

Family portraiture may be an age-old tradition, but the potency of its beauty and sentiment remains timeless.

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o be able to not only capture, but immortalise moments in time is a breathtaking, bespoke art. The simple but ever-significant coming together of a family to revel in one another’s company, or a more formal occasion like a wedding anniversary; birthday; new baby or graduation deserves to be remembered.

For more than 40 years, Beverley Studios has been right at the heart of creating the most beautiful, tangible memories for families of all shapes and sizes and from all walks of life. The gentle and generous dynamic duo behind the brand - Peter and Marg - are like the portraiture they capture for their clients special and extraordinary.

Spending even a short time in their presence, it’s not hard to see why it

has been Beverley Studios that so many families have chosen to partner with for their own portraiture.

They place an inspiring emphasis on working carefully and considerately with each and every client, recognising the individuality of a family and their wants, needs and preferences. In short, Peter and Marg have an

The gentle and generous dynamic duo behind the brand Peter and Marg - are like the portraiture they capture for their clients - special and extraordinary. award-winning talent encompassing sound experience and technological expertise.

“We truly recognise that each and every family has its own unique dynamic and narrative,” Marg says.

“We love the opportunity to work with families to help them tell their own compelling visual story and from the initial consultation through to the final portraits we reveal, we ensure that all family members feel heard, engaged and inspired on the journey we take them on.”

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From single portrait sessions through to multi-session combinations, Beverley Studios’ offering is extensive and flexible.

Peter and Marg enjoy working with clients in the beautiful, private location they offer, as well as in their clients’ personal space.

“We have worked in so many different environmental locations - from the top of the Cashmere Hills through to the beach; rivers; parks and reserves.”

Speak to the lovely team today - phone 03 313 2465.

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OUT & ABOUT

PEACE-OF-MIND IN YOUR RETIREMENT When the time is right for making that all-important decision for care for yourself, or a family member, you will find that very special place in the heart of Ilam at Ilam Retirement and Care.

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alk through the doors at 28 Ilam Road and the first senses you experience are those of welcome and belonging. From the warm “hello” as you are greeted in reception, to the cheery smile offered by all staff you meet, each person is treated as a member of the family. Everyone takes pride in the friendly atmosphere, and calm, relaxing surroundings for which Ilam Retirement and Care is so well known.

It’s often hard to know where to start, and what questions to ask when you are thinking about the care you might need, and the help and support you are seeking. You may already be looking after a parent or aging friend. At Ilam Retirement and Care they welcome your visit – there is always someone available to sit down with you and have a chat; to answer your questions, and to show you around.

There are many options and levels of care available, and it is important to make sure that whatever stage of life you are at, your needs are met and you are personally taken care of in a nurturing environment that truly feels like home.

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It is important to make sure that whatever stage of life you are at, your needs are met and you are personally taken care of in a nurturing environment.

Ilam Retirement and Care offers both studio and one-bedroom, semi-independent apartment living, as well as full rest home, hospital and dementia care all on-site and set amid extensive, tranquil, park-like gardens. This continuum of care sets them apart by way of offering care and support at so many levels.

Their highly-skilled and passionate care staff are on hand at all times. Home-cooked meals are all prepared with love and care in their on-site kitchen, and their well-positioned location close to malls and bus routes allows convenient access to shopping and other local services within the Ilam area.

If you have questions, or are looking at making decisions about retirement and care, do give the team at Ilam Retirement and Care a call and have a talk to them today. They would love to hear from you. Call Shirley McKenzie, Village Manager, on 341 1913 or Jude Hunt, Sales Manager, on 021 227 1776 today.

Eclectic

OUT & ABOUT

EVENTS EMERGING IN CHRISTCHURCH Confucius once said, “Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall”.

By Melinda Collins

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he philosopher’s truth resonates with powerful conviction in Christchurch following the earthquakes, as well as in other parts of the world where natural disaster has wreaked havoc.

Take New Orleans for example – while it disappeared under the surging waters of Hurricane Katrina in 2005, it has returned with a vengeance as the creative core of the United States. An influx of upbeat newcomers; a burst of entrepreneurial vitality, and a renewed sense of civic engagement have primed the city for an era of greatness.

As many as 40,000 residents have arrived since the disaster, but it’s the burgeoning arts scene which has really set the scene. Revenue to arts and culture non-profits surged from $213 per capita before the storm to $428 per capita in 2014 – well ahead of the U.S. average of $103 per capita.

Shortly after Katrina, Press Street – formed in 2005 to promote art and literature – started producing events in small businesses which had yet to reopen, including the Saturn Bar and Preservation Hall. Draw-A-Thon was one such event – a

24-hour drawing extravaganza where multiple forms of drawing are explored by artists and non-artists alike. New Orleans is also the birth place of ‘Paint ‘n’ Sip’ parties, which have since found their way to Christchurch through New Orleans expat, Amanda Anthony.

Likewise, eclectic events are emerging in the Garden City, breaking new ground and passionately redefining entrepreneurialism in the most positive way. Metropol has uncovered some of our absolute favourites - enjoy!

The Sound Garden Diversity Food Market Held at The Commons, 70 Kilmore Street, The Diversity Food market runs Saturdays (4-9pm) and Sundays (10am-3pm). Managed and run by a team of experienced business owners and professionals, the focus of the market is to provide quality food from around the world as well as a vibrant, multi-cultural family atmosphere with live music, arts and other activities.

Featuring plants, seating and musical instruments made from recycled materials, the Sound Garden is located opposite Peterborough Street Library.

It inspires jam sessions and is available for use every day.

Photo credit: Peterborough St Sound Garden, Christchurch City Libraries Flickr

Coffee & Jam The city’s longest running networking event, Coffee & Jam is a great place to see ordinary people doing extraordinary things every Tuesday. The added bonus? There’s free coffee, tea, bread, and jam!

Coffee & Jam features two speakers - one pitches their idea; project; event, or business and the other is an educational speaker who shares information for the community to share via their own networks; projects; events, and ideas. Go to www. ministryofawesome.com for further information.

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OUT & ABOUT

A NEW, COMMERCIAL HEARTBEAT As Christchurch’s vibrant core comes back to life, commercial premises in the central city are at a premium. And yet, as Science Alive’s new, $50 million, commercial development – Victoria Quarter – comes to fruition in the Durham Street Court House site, the central city is opening up to an even broader mix of tenants.

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he Science Alive component of the new development - 5500 square metres - is double that of the notfor-profit’s former Moorhouse Avenue base, leaving some 7100 square metres available for lease. The Science Alive Trust is calling for expressions of interest from a range of potential tenants.

“There is an obvious synergy between Science Alive and science and research companies, but at the same time, this development offers high-quality premises in a stand-out location for just about any industry,” Leasing Agent, James Stringer, from NAI Harcourts explains.

“We’re not ruling any industries out.

There are some interesting spaces there

which will be just the ticket for someone looking for something unique that new builds don’t offer.”

With a high level of services in the available spaces, reducing capital expenditure for tenants, Victoria Quarter offers a cost-effective solution for businesses wanting to return to the city.

“It’s B-grade premises in an A-grade location, with rental rates a lot lower than what others in the area are charging.

“We’ve got spaces from single offices, right up to full floors of about 600 square metres, as well as hospitality spaces, available from mid-2017.”

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Victoria Quarter is being designed to integrate into the vibrant Avon Precinct and Performing Arts Precincts. of Victoria Street and the Professional Services District, Victoria Quarter is being designed to integrate into the vibrant Avon Precinct and Performing Arts Precincts, with development commencing mid-next year when existing occupant, the Ministry of Justice, moves to the new justice precinct.

For more information on the development, visit www.vqleasing.co.nz

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Book through Hanmer Springs Adventure Centre, 20 Conical Hill Road. Experience a genuine ‘Quad Bike Adventure’ on a unique, 15,000 acre property, which is located just 10 minutes from the alpine village in Hanmer basin.

Operating all year round and in most weather conditions including snow, the quad bike tour weaves its way across a 26 kilometre, purposemade track.

Amuri Jet in Hanmer Springs was established in 1985. For 31 years, thousands of visitors have been thrilled by the unique experience of Amuri Jet. Designed to get the pulse racing, the jets explore the entire length of the spectacular Waiau Gorge. Following the contours of the steep canyon walls, where possible, the jet passes within centimetres of rugged rocks and cliff faces. Narrow gorges; braided shallows; white water rapids, the trip has it all while always ensuring passenger safety and satisfaction.

Absolutely committed to a unique point of difference – going the extra mile to create a bespoke experience for its clients, Amuri Jet is contactable on 0800 26 87 41.

Mt Lyford Alpine Resort This family-operated ski area offers a natural high. Offering day passes; rentals and lessons, the mountain provides a gorgeous backdrop for winter adventures and antics.

Buying or Selling?

Contact Harley Today!

Your Hanmer Springs Property Specialist

Mountain Biking Also available through Hanmer Springs Adventure Centre, mountain biking tours of Hanmer offer the opportunity to travel over two passes; enjoy magnificent views of the Hanmer Basin; wind down into tussock lands of the Clarence River and explore the historic Jollies Pass.

Harley Manion

B.Com Economics & Licensed Agent REAA 2008

Ph/txt: 021 149 8050 Email: harley.manion@harcourts.co.nz

Only 90 minutes from Christchurch. The Hot Springs Weddings Venue in Hanmer Springs offers the perfect venue for your wedding. Surrounded by the gorgeous Mountains & village, the Hot Springs Weddings Venue offers the perfect romatic setting for your big day - from Ceremony, to photographs, to reception.

In Winter there is the added bonus of a view of the picturesque snow covered Mountains. We offer special prices, more options for dates in the winter.

For an information pack on your dream Wedding please email or Phone Emma on 0800 315 000 or office@hotelhanmer.co.nz

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WHAT’S ON BARS & CAFES WHAT’S NEW ART RETAIL DOWNTOWN

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A LITTLE BIT OF HISTORY

The neo-gothic icon that is the Christchurch Art Centre has long been the jewel in Canterbury’s creative crown.

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eedless to say, the progressive rebuild and restoration projects that have been completed and are still underway to restore the centre to its pre-earthquake glory remain a positive preoccupation for the people of Christchurch.

In a case of history repeating, the original benches from the lecture hall in Rutherford’s Den have found their way back home. With an impressive heritage, the benches – dating back to 1877, were craned back into the den, which is due to re-open mid-year.

As a facilitator of the arts, culture and education, the centre is a place of unparalleled cultural riches.

The $290 million effort to reimagine the Arts Centre and what it should look like and how it should function in the future has been carefully considered, as have the restoration projects. As a facilitator of the arts, culture and education, the centre is a place of unparalleled cultural riches.

The Den is in esteemed company with the beloved Clock Tower, Great Hall and Library also due to make their mark in 2016. A beautiful backdrop for fun times; entertainment; shopping, and enjoying hospitality, the Christchurch Art Centre has already celebrated the completion of its old Montreal Street Registry office and old gymnasium.

Keep an eye out for further updates in Metropol Magazine as we document the exciting evolution of the Art Centre’s restoration journey.

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HIRING IS KING If you’ve got the knowhow, but not the tools, you can get a professional job done at a fraction of the cost. For one-off projects, hiring the quality equipment is worth its weight in gold – and it’s easy.

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ire King’s flagship city branch on Fitzgerald Ave has a full range of general equipment for hire, from concrete tools and diggers; log splitters and generators to a full range of trailers – for everyone from DIY homeowners to professionals in the building construction sector.

The brand new, high-quality equipment is backed up with a personalised service from the experienced team, who offer instructions and tips on how to use the equipment correctly.

The Christchurch owned and operated company was established two years ago, originally focused on portaloo toilets. The business recently expanded into general hire equipment, taking on a market heavily dominated by large Australian-owned competitors, Hirepool and Kennards Hire.

“We officially opened this new branch in January, targeting the building and construction market, and it’s really taken off – we have been busier than ever,” Managing Director, Tim Aldridge, says.

“Throughout autumn, we’ve been hiring a lot of lawn and garden equipment, including stump grinders; chippers and rotary hoes.

Concrete saws and compacting equipment have also been very popular, and as we head towards winter, the demand for heaters and pumps is increasing.”

All equipment for hire is from leading

The brand new, high-quality equipment is backed up with a personalised service from the experienced team. brands, which include Stihl, Hilti and Honda.

Whether you are repairing your home; building a deck, or clearing your section, hiring is a convenient alternative to buying equipment you may use just once or twice.

This saves you storage space, or from borrowing your neighbour’s pride and joy.

View the full range of hire equipment at www.hireking.co.nz

Now Open Saturdays 7.30am-2.00pm.

NOW OPEN 30 FITZGERALD AVE! General Hire Toilet Hire DIY Hire 0800 30 30 20

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Gorgeous new Winter '16 coats and jackets, now in store….

Untouched World™ Flagship Store and Café: 155 Roydvale Avenue, Ph: 357 9399 Untouched World™ Re:START Store: N13/96 Oxford Tce, Ph: 365 9533 www.untouchedworld.com

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FASHION & STYLE HEALTH & BEAUTY MAKEOVER KIDZONE FASHION NZ

A BEAUTIFUL PARTNERSHIP H&B Hair Art & Beauty together with La Biosthetique were delighted to partner with Denyse Saunders, founder of Canterbury Fashion Week, to present the Canterbury Winter Collections & Awards 2016.

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he partnership between H&B - one of Christchurch’s leading hair and beauty salons - and La Biosthetique is long established and spans nearly two decades. La Biosthetique creates utilitarian hair and beauty products, made from natural ingredients, drawing on Parisian style and German technology. H&B uses this and translates it to bring the latest hair and beauty trends to Australasia.

H&B drew upon its distinctive style and avant-garde flair to style the hair and coiffure the models for the Canterbury Winter Collections 2016. Carla Thompson, Director of H&B, says that it is a huge accolade to continue to be asked to collaborate with such a prestigious award show for the 4th year in a row. Every year brings new challenges and new inspirations and 2016 is no different. Drawing on the latest trends to emerge from Europe,

H&B mix androgyny with feminine power, glamour with functionality, and seduction with mystique.

The H&B team works hard behind the scenes to create such artistic flair and work starts early in the morning on the day of the show and continues until the models step out onto the catwalk. The trends for winter 2016 are multifaceted and include both short hair styled on androgynous and powerful women, and more relaxed; long; shiny; playful curls. Whether hair is long or short, the message is one of feminine power and strength.

H&B can help you to create and develop a style to keep you en vogue, be it functional,

The trends for winter 2016 are multifaceted or avant-garde, or both. You don’t have to wait for the Winter Collections. Call today or visit the team online at www.hairart.co.nz to book a consultation or appointment.

Phone 381 8939 (Cranford Street), or 376 5527 (Ferrymead). Any other enquiries are welcome at: info@hairart.co.nz

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THE

Capsule Wardrobe

By Majka Kaiser

Commoners Unisex Scarf

Well acquainted with the irrepressible desire to shop my way to happiness when I’m feeling blue, over the years I’ve picked apart how to quell this insatiable need. In turn I’ve come up with a plan that has led to longer lasting contentment and a more considered wardrobe.

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he term ‘capsule wardrobe’ is certainly not a new idea. Coined in the 1970s by London boutique owner, Susie Faux, it may be just the answer to curb spontaneous shopping sprees and put more emphasis on quality not quantity.

A capsule wardrobe is a collection of a few essential items that never go out of fashion. It creates a framework you can build on by adding and subtracting basic building blocks each season, keeping on trend with accessories to guard against looking like a fashion victim.

Creating the ultimate capsule wardrobe will cull the clutter; save money and create more outfit options than you ever thought possible, so you’ve got nothing to lose.

As a general rule of thumb, a capsule wardrobe can include around 30-40 items including clothes; shoes and outerwear, but

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excludes accessories; nightwear; fitness gear and special occasion outfits.

When I looked at the contents of my wardrobe, I quickly realised that I only wear a very small percentage of what I own and inevitably gravitate towards wearing pieces that are well made; fit me like a glove; suit my personality; are comfortable and made from beautiful fabrics - in other words, timeless pieces I never tire of.

As the goal is to minimise, begin by taking stock of what you already have.

Separate items into three piles - to keep, to donate (or sell and make a little money to invest in your new, edited wardrobe) or store. Set yourself the challenge of creating more outfits with less and it will be a fun exercise as opposed to feeling like you’re starving yourself of pleasure.

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as opposed to feeling like you’re starving yourself of pleasure.

As we’re just entering a new season, it’s the ideal time to make a start as capsule wardrobes are designed to last three months until a refresh is in order.

For autumn, you will need to add a fitted jacket - such as one of the motorcycle inspired cropped styles; a tailored pair of pants; a flattering pair of jeans; a tunic dress under which you can easily wear an extra layer for warmth; ankle boots, and the eternally classic, crisp, white shirt.

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sule wardrobe Creating the ultimate cap e money and will cull the clutter; sav ns than you create more outfit optio ever thought possible

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An invaluable tip - one that will ensure your chosen pieces will work interchangeably - is going with a base colour palette that is black and grey; cream and brown, or navy and white.

Using this rule as a guide, you can then introduce colour with a statement handbag; colourful jewellery, or a scarf.

Other top tips to be mindful of when creating your capsule collection include choosing classics shapes and patterns that will stand the test of time; opting for high-quality fabrics that will stand being worn to death, and dressing for your body shape so you feel and look your very best.

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Moochi Skinny Minnie Jean

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Pretty In Pink

Karen Walker Poolside Flower Patch Sunglasses

By Kate Pierson

Pink is one of those colours that many have a love/hate relationship with. With that said, we’re tickled pink (pun intended) about the more innocuous hues stealing our hearts this season.

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rom a cute cotton candy shade that pops with sophisticated perfection through to the ever-elegant shell pink – there is an abundance of aesthetic possibilities. The key with wearing pink is to break it up with other colours to avoid looking like Barbie’s come to life. Mastering colour mixing can seem more daunting than it actually is, especially when you consult with the oracle of fashion knowledge – the tried, tested and everytrusty colour-wheel.

It’s a colourful and credible fact that every hue has a partner in crime – the colours that work best together sit

opposite each other on the colour wheel.

The colours that are a true match made in heaven are the same distance from the heart of the wheel, although you can always be bold and match a colour from the centre with a soul sister from the edge of the colour wheel – just always ensure the colours are still complimentary. All you need to do is Google ‘colour wheel’ and you’ll have the answers at your fingertips!

In the meantime, we’ve taken the liberty of sourcing some pink-inspo for you with a range of wardrobe-ready additions – from accessories to autumn wears, pink is yours for the taking!

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St Louis Scarf in Barley

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Karen Walker Heartbreaker Hairclips

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On Tuesday 22 March, the esteemed Champs-Elysées Day Spa held a special event for VIP clients and business partners in conjunction with the ever-elegant Partridge Jewellers. An opportunity to indulge with bubbles and chocolate goodies, guests were also treated to a showcase of the jeweller’s current collection in all its glory.

Julie Redgrave, Lisa Dermott

Jo Woodage, Kirstin Biggs, Sharon Williams

Ana Vivas, Debbie Bryenton

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MOTHER’S DAY EUPHORIA

By Rachel Smith

As I sank into a heated massage bed, my therapist wedged her palms beneath my back and knew immediately what areas of my body needed work.

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ust close your eyes and breathe,” she instructed. It was exactly what I needed to hear as I relaxed into my healing journey.

Aromatherapy Massage is traditionally a massage using concentrated plant oils for calming; uplifting; energising and detoxifying, but to the Thai people, it means much more than a rub down.

Before beginning my Aromatherapy massage, my therapist said a quiet blessing asking for healing to take place during the massage. I was open to that - with a constant niggling pain in my neck and shoulders, I was hopeful of some relief.

The fragrant and holistic vibe of the surroundings is evident the moment you step inside Beauty Progress Thai Massage Spa. And soon, firm pressure from strong hands was relieving the tension.

I moved on to the facial, which starts with a Ravensara Aromatica inhalation, designed to have a detoxifying effect

better with my skin firm; glowing and youthful looking.

Just in time for Mother’s Day, Beauty Progress Thai Massage Spa has its EUPHORIA package on special for $198.00 including a one hour aromatherapy massage and a one hour age defy facial.

Offer expires on 31 May 2016.

Phone 379 4315, or visit www.beautyprogress.co.nz for more information.

on the entire body. Skin polishing with a grainy, brightening scrub; collagen inducing serums, and firming and lifting creams were Fiona

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PERFECT GIFT IDEAS

for Mother’s Day Book any facial for mum & join her yourself for 1/2 normal price Book in store

Manicure & Spa Pedicure $60

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The Cats Pyjamas Giftware Chilli Sox priced from $16.50

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Mothers Day Bouquets priced from $30

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Opium 30ml $69 Oscar de la Renta 100ml $79

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The Beauty Files

By Majka Kaiser

As a new season rolls around, it’s time to evaluate our beauty routine; invest in some great skincare products; splash out on a new lippy, and reassess our foundation hue as our tan begins to fade.

Luxurious, yet weightless, Clinique’s new Pop Lip Colour + Primer in one glides on effortlessly; keeps its colour, and moisturises for eight hours. We think the best thing about this new lippy is its helpful, colour-coded cases that make fishing around in your bag for the right colour a thing of the past.

New Dimension Tighten + Tone Neck/Chest Treatment from Estée Lauder is the new cosmetic marvel that visibly transforms your delicate décolletage. Simply lather on this gloriously rich plumping and hydrating cream and massage into your neck and chest to energise and firm skin.

Bobbi Brown Skin Nourishing Glow Foundation gives you a gloriously luminous visage and raises moisture levels courtesy of a unique marine extract. Lightweight, this new formula makes your skin look fabulous while giving it what’s good for it.

M.A.C Cosmetics new and limited edition collection is inspired by US rap sensation, Brooke Candy, and brazen shades for eyes; lips; face and nails. It’s on the shelves now, so there’s never been a better time to update your look this season.

Packed with antioxidant-rich and skin regenerating, organic pomegranate seed oil and combined with jojoba oil; almond oil, and calendula flower extract, the Weleda Cuticle Softener Pen nourishes cuticles and leaves them feeling loved and looking beautiful.

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ph. (03)337 2270 e: mail@salone.co.nz w: www.salone.co.nz 81 Cashmere Road, Cashmere

Keratin treatments Say goodbye to frizzy locks!

We offer the revolutionary keratin treatment to bring life back into your hair, making it smoother and more manageable.

Win these gorgeous products and you and your home will be sweet smelling and fragrant...

To enter the draw to win simply head to www.metropol.co.nz/win (or scan our QR code with your smart phone), put in your details and tick the competitions you want to be in to win. Entries close on 16 May and the winners will be notified on 17 May.

Those who have had keratin hair treatments call them a “miracle� and applaud them for making blow drying and straightening hair much easier for 3-5 months at a time.

Call Salon E for more information on our very popular service.

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stablished in 1990, The Aromatherapy Company has gone on to become a leading supplier of Home Fragrance and Body Care products. Kiwi ingenuity, combined with the consumer desire for stronger; natural; pure products and environmental accountability from the corporate sector, has seen The Aromatherapy Company become a major force in the natural products market here in New Zealand.

Metropol is excited to give away one gorgeous Wild Iris & Peony Diffusion Set, valued at $29.99 and one Wild Iris & Peony Handcream, valued at $18.99.

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Polished to Perfection Complete your outfit and present a polished package to the world with immaculate nails.

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ight in the heart of Merivale (opposite the mall) is E Nails, a bustling nail salon brimming with youthful energy and a finger on the pulse of fashion trends.

E Nails Manager and Nail Technician, Catee Wang, is excited to offer clients two relaxing foot spa scents, rose and milk, for their next pedicure and a new brand of gel nails that is kinder on nails and makes them stronger. Using plant extracts instead of toxic chemicals, there are no nasty odours or harmful side affects.

With a range of a hundred colours to choose from, these new gel nails last up to two weeks, or longer, with an

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additional layer of strengthening gel.

Industry leader in nail colour, OPI, has just introduced a range of new colours to its already abundant collection so you can try something different every time.

While plain nail colours are still the most popular choice amongst its loyal clientele, Catee says she and the other nail technicians love getting creative with colour and pattern. “Sometimes our clients will show us pictures of nail art they find on Pinterest, which we recreate for them. There’s a lot of fun to be had, and we love experimenting with new designs,” Catee says.

Be nice to your nails Brighten up your Mother’s Nails

Day! Gorgeous colours!

Manicure & Pedicure Shellac Acrylic Gel

Keep your nails in tiptop condition with regular maintenance on all gels and acrylic nails, as well as treating yourself to simple French polishes; manicures and pedicures at E Nails.

The absolutely fabulous Vintage look that brings back the movie star glamour era.

Showroom – 24B Sarabande Ave, Redwood, Christchurch; Open Saturdays 10-4pm other times by appointment.

Sizes 8-24 New plus size dresses instore

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ART FORM

Make-up is a true art form that requires skill; creativity and exceptional technique – all of which you can learn at the Kristen Stewart School of Make-up.

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he industry-focused and innovative school provides a Diploma in Makeup Artistry and is designed to ensure graduates are work-ready to the highest international standards. Located in the central city, the school provides a beautiful space to train, and classes are kept small to maximise learning potential.

Established in 2008, the school also offers a part-time diploma, which is held two evenings a week, from 5-8pm. The course runs for 36 weeks over a 45-week period and provides the same training as the full-time diploma. “The part-time diploma, taught by our professional makeup artists, Claire and Michelle, is ideal for people who work during the day and have other commitments they need to fit their study around,” Kristen Stewart says.

“This course was previously only available to people 18 years and over, but we’ve recently opened it up to year 13 students

Michelle & Claire

so they can get a head start in their career.”

The school has also recently joined forces with Bliss Hairdressing for hair tutoring.

Other options include the Pro Basics weekend course designed as an introduction to make-up, or for make-up artists who may want to brush up on their

Located in the central city, the school provides a beautiful space to train. skills. Personal one-on-one tutoring and group sessions for special occasions are also available.

“With a strong focus on the fashion and photographic industry, we use MAC makeup and keep up-to-date with all the current trends,” Kristen says. “I’m lucky as this career has taken me all over the world – it’s a very exciting field to work in.”

“Someone has to make the best teeth...”

Merivale Denture Clinic

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The Denture Experts Combining 40 years experience with leading edge technology to handcraft the nest quality, natural looking dentures

Gilbert Matravers Clinical Dental Prosthetist

*Complimentary check ups

Crazy Days 12 Ply Our guarantee is in your smile Ph. 355 4704 206B Papanui Rd, Merivale

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You can help medical research by participating in a clinical trial We are interested in hearing from people who have been diagnosed with either of the medical conditions below

Osteoarthritis High Cholesterol By participating in a clinical trial you could help researchers bring new medicines or therapies to the people of New Zealand

For further information visit: http://www.sctrials.co.nz/volunteer-1 and register at our Beckenham site

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LEAVING A LEGACY

FOR THE FUTURE The Canterbury Medical Research Foundation (CMRF) has been Canterbury’s largest private funder of medical research since 1960.

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he organisation has gained a loyal group of donors and supporters around it, to continue the important work started by its founder, Professor Don Beaven, all those years ago.

CMRF has a broad fundraising programme, but one of their most valuable tools is their Bequest Programme. Many people would like to leave a gift to a charity in their will, or even to start up a charitable trust to manage their family’s giving to charity, but they do not know where to start.

IN THE PAST YEAR, THE FOUNDATION HAS FUNDED $1.6 MILLION FOR A WIDE RANGE OF PROJECTS

CMRF FUNDRAISING MANAGER CAROLINE VISITS DONORS TO TALK ABOUT LEGACY GIVING

“It’s surprising still, how many people pass away not having made a will, or not having kept it up to date,” CMRF CEO, Kate Russell, says. “We greatly appreciate people leaving a legacy gift to the Foundation because it’s such a great way for them to ensure that their support for our work lives on beyond their lifetime.”

Some people may be concerned that they wish to adequately provide for their family first in their will. Providing the Foundation with a residue from their estate, however, can be a great way to still look after their family while making sure their chosen charity also receives something after all other distributions are made.

“Legacies come in all shapes and sizes,” Kate says. “From small gifts in the hundreds of dollars to much larger, they are all valuable and help us to continue giving significant grants to Cantabrian medical researchers.

“We know that many people have had particular experience with a specific health condition and may wish to tag their money to research in that area. We are always happy to tag money and provide it to specific types of research.”

Creating and maintaining an up-to-date will is a way for people to relieve their

family of one of the major worries when a person passes away, and most legal firms and trustee companies have simple processes and forms for getting a will in place.

In the past year, the Foundation has funded $1.6 million for a wide range of projects, spanning in-lab scientific research to translational and clinical studies, which will have an immediate impact on health practice and health infometrics. In turn this provides vital information for forward planning for Canterbury’s health services.

If you are interested in hearing more about the Foundation’s work and leaving a gift to medical research in your will, please contact Caroline at CMRF on 353 1245. You can also visit the Foundation’s website at www.cmrf. org.nz to see the projects they have funded and keep up to date on their events and fundraising.

THE CANTERBURY MEDICAL RESEARCH FOUNDATION HAS INVESTED 55 YEARS AND MORE THAN $20 MILLION INTO LIFE-SAVING RESEARCH.

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spirit innovation There is a wonderfully kept gourmet coffee secret nestled in Woodend.

I Food & Coffee ...and a very welcoming atmosphere

A community space & gathering place.

Providing delicious coffee & food with fantastic customer service!

Prots will be invested back into the Kaiapoi & surrounding communities by the Person to Person Help Trust

77 Williams St Kaipoi Ph.03 327 0304 www.rivertowncafe.co.nz

mbued with compelling Peruvian spirit, the Three Llamas Coffee House and Roastery is built around a very unique concept – fair trade, specialty coffee from a hidden valley in Northern Peru.

Three Llamas and its loyal customers are beneficiaries of an ethical and incredibly interesting trade chain that sees owner, Richard Jackman, overseeing a coffee growing, harvesting, and exporting process that begins in Peru.

“All of our coffee is beyond fair trade – this means it is not only ethically sourced, but that we also pay our growers above the minimum amount of money usually paid under fair trade agreements. It is so important to us that our growers are getting a fair deal.

“Also due to the special climate in this hidden valley, our growers are able to produce exceptional and unique tasting coffee beans, rated as Speciality Grade or ‘Gourmet Coffee’, which is the finest grade of coffee. These coffees have unique aromas, flavours and smoothness not found in standard grades of coffee that are commonly available.’’

When visiting the coffee shop, customers may see the coffee roaster in action and have the opportunity to enjoy an expertly made espresso;

When visiting the coffee shop, customers may see the coffee roaster in action and have the opportunity to enjoy an expertly made espresso. a bite to eat, or to purchase some freshly roasted beans to take home.

“We are different from the big players in that we know our growers intimately - we bring in their specialty grade coffee directly to our roastery and give it the care and attention it deserves. The result, we hope, is an exceptional coffee our customers will love!”

To experience the magic and passion of Three Llamas, go to 65a Main North Road, Woodend.

Phone 03 310 0632.

Now in Kaiapoi

Opposite McDonalds 99 Williams St.

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Mothers Day Sunday May 8th

RANGIORA FLORIST

29 Huntingdon Drive Arlington, Rangiora Ph 03 313 4292 rangioraflorist@xtra.co.nz www.rangioraflorist.co.nz

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Phone for delivery or pick up 0800 113 113 or 03 3773113 See www.spagalimis.co.nz CLICK on LOCATIONS link for maps of delivery areas Open Mon-Wed 4pm to 9pm Thurs, Fri & Sat 4pm to 9.30pm Sun 4pm to 9pm

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cosy fabrics for your creation

Pauline Forrest, owner of Quilters Quarters, always has a wealth of information about anything to do with craft.

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er shop in Rangiora is conveniently located next to The Warehouse and is a hive of excitement, with well-trained staff ready to answer every query.

The shop is filled to the brim with a huge range of fabrics - Free Spirit; Cotton and Steel; William Morris and Moda; knitting wools; crochet and quilting materials as well as zips; buttons, and ribbons. It is the perfect place to be inspired and find ‘out of the ordinary’ options.

Pauline loves to encourage sewers, both young and old, who enjoy craft, and she runs a number of tutor-led classes over the winter - colourful wall hangings; crochet classes, and knitting classes for beginners and intermediate.

This month it’s all about wool with a good variety of baby wool in the mix. The Debbie Bliss UK range is a wool cashmere mix ($14 for 50g) and the 100% baby merino from Italy retails for $13 for a 50g ball. Both are incredibly soft and their muted pastels are perfect for booties; baby garments; shawls and jackets – the perfect gift for a new baby.

This month it’s all about wool with a good variety of baby wool in the mix.

The Ashford range of New Zealand wools is also great value for winter woolens - the colour choices are inspired by the hues of the Tekapo high country and the wool comes in a convenient 100g size, retailing for only $9.90.

There are plenty of great ideas in store to fill up those long, cool evenings! Phone 03 313 6765 and go to www.quiltersquarters.co.nz

Professional Customised Designs Available

UPSTAIRS at 5 Good St Rangiora

PH. 03 310 6669

Private message us through our facebook page!

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AN IN AMBERLEY An intriguing name combining a theme and a location - Copper Road restaurant near Amberley is all about the warmth of copper and the bustling state highway running by outside.

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hat you feel immediately when you step into Copper Road is a thoroughly inviting ambience. The dining room is full of rich, dark furniture and delightful, copper works of art, while a wood burning stove just inside the door is irresistible.

There has been a restaurant on this site for many years. Local, Claire Hurst, felt drawn to the place when the former Brew Moon Cafe & Restaurant came up for sale last year. “It has now become my home away from home,” Claire says. “I simply love being here.”

Claire has refurbished the venue, and with her team, has designed fresh and tantalising dishes for the menu. The autumn and winter menu has just been introduced with a mix of new dishes and popular favourites. “Our clients have given us great feedback on our food,” Claire says.

“We adapt our menu to suit the seasons. Every dish has real flavour, and our aim is beautifully cooked and presented, yet affordable meals. With a baker now on staff, we also have a wonderful selection of cabinet food. ”

The autumn and winter menu has just been introduced with a mix of new dishes and popular favourites.

Craft beer was always a must-have at this venue’s previous incarnation. Keeping up with that tradition, Copper Road has joined forces with Cassel & Sons Brewery - of The Tannery fame to provide award-winning brews for the region.

You will find Copper Road at 150 Ashworths Road, Amberley, on State Highway 1. Open 10am – 9pm seven days. Phone 03 314 8030.

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NORTH CANTERBURY

A CULINARY CULT CLASSIC IN KAIAPOI Spagalimis is undoubtedly a culinary institution in Canterbury. Established in May 1978, on the corner of Colombo and Kilmore Streets, the first restaurant had humble beginnings with eight tables, seating approximately 44 people, with only seven employees.

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ast forward to 2016, and the brand has established itself as a bonafide culinary icon and better yet, it now has a compelling presence in Kaiapoi. Consistent and quality product and impressive, friendly service have earned the business an already loyal following. Joining its counterparts based in Riccarton; New Brighton; Redwood and Sydenham, the Kaiapoi location justly prides itself on serving up delicious pizzas.

From BBQ Chicken and Broccoli and Blue Cheese options teasing the senses through to sumptuous flavours such as Canterbury Roast Lamb; Chicken and Cranberry and Mediterranean Lamb, Spagalimis has something for everyone.

The Kaiapoi restaurant delivers to local and surrounding

The brand has established itself as a bonaďŹ de culinary icon. areas including The Pines Beach; Kairaki Beach; Ohoka; Clarkville; Flaxton; Tuahiwi; Woodend; Woodend Beach and Pegasus.

Whether you want to pick up, or have a pizza delivered, Kaiapoi Spagalimis has covered all bases to ensure you can enjoy the myriad of pizza options with sides - chips, garlic bread and sodas – in the way you want to.

Visit Kaiapoi Spagalimis at 99 Williams Street (next door to Snap Fitness/at the rear of the building) or phone 0800 113 113.

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DAY-AFTER DRESS-UPS

By Kate Pierson

Whether you opt for embellishments from top to toe, or you take a vow to channel a pared-back aesthetic for your special day; bridal attire is arguably among the most important you will ever wear.

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uch is the nature of modernday weddings, we’re increasingly aware of the proclivity to have post-wedding festivities that provide further opportunity for you to prolong your love-affair with wedding looks.

We’re quite devoted to the idea of day-after dress-ups.

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We’re quite devoted to the idea of day-after dress-ups and if you’ve entertained the prospect of donning something special for your brunch, lunch or dinner the day after you say, ‘I do’, we definitely share in your desires.

From a gorgeous white jumpsuit featuring lace paired with gorgeous statement shoes (we are in LOVE with ‘Laxmi’ from Grace Loves Lace) through to a gown in the latest bridal colour craze - baby blue, with a floral headdress for a romantic and feminine touch – your chosen look has infinite potential.

Your endeavours to find the most enchanting option don’t need to break the bank either – second-hand stores are a treasure trove of vintage opulence.

Fashionable food for thought: If you fancy a more traditional look for your bridal gown, but you’d like to debut a more eclectic look as part of your wedding celebrations – why not opt for polar opposite looks for the day of and the day after? It’s a win-win.

We’re quite devoted to the idea of day-after Laxmi from Grace Lov es Lace dress-ups

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Design Your Dream Engagement Ring

By Melinda Collins

When it comes to your big day, nothing screams personality more than the table centrepiece.

Who would have thought that Christchurch was home to one of the world’s best diamond jewellers? Nestled among boutiques on New Regent Street, Polished Diamonds provides an exclusive service at exceptional value: any diamond ring you can dream up can be created in a matter of days.

C If you want to be really outrageous, make every centrepiece different!

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hile flowers have long been regarded the go-to centrepiece, 2016 is all about personality and plenty of it.

Go vintage with lanterns; a stack of classic love stories on each table with a framed quote on top; candelabras; antique birdcages, or a vintage tea set. Varying heights of candles add visual interest - mix up candle styles including floating candles, or use mason jars as candleholders for a more rustic vibe.

Potted trees; succulents; ferns, or even bare branches work well.

Add fairy lights; sparkly jewels

and small blossoms to introduce elegance. Dress up branches with a few flowers and faux birds, or paint branches silver for a winter effect.

If you want to be really outrageous, make every centrepiece different!

hoosing from a glistening selection of GIA certified diamonds, clients have complete creative reign and can custom-design around their budget.

Advanced technology promises precision that man-made simply cannot achieve. Laser engraving, 3D printing and virtual CAD modelling produce flawless symmetry and ensures the stone and setting fit seamlessly together, as well as fit perfectly around other rings.

This is custom jewellery manufacturing at its finest and clients from more than 13 countries utilise these services for their engagement ring and then their wedding rings.

Each ‘haute couture’ item comes with a lifetime guarantee and the factory direct value is simply exceptional – why go anywhere else?

Design your dream ring at 30 New Regent Street and visit www.polisheddiamonds.co.nz

Why have milk when you can have

cream?

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LINCOLN

MATCHMAKING – THE PERFECT GIFTS FOR PEOPLE Hunting for a gift is the most pleasurable experience when you make a trip to The Gift Box in lovely Lincoln – it couldn’t be more relaxing and stress-free.

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hile the exciting assortment can leave you weak at the knees, there’s no such thing as ‘too much choice’ with welcoming staff helping you decide. The team will offer ideas based on the recipient’s interests, ensuring a thoughtful gift.

There’s a Mother’s Day section with gorgeous, vintage-inspired china – in fact there’s a specialised corner for every occasion imaginable.

Owners, Helen and Charlie, continually search for unique, new items for The Gift Box of Lincoln and sister store, Be Inspired of Halswell. These include funky, fingerless gloves handmade in Wellington.

Accessories are abundant at The Gift Box, from jewellery to hats. The mandatory, stylish item - the scarf - is showcased in every colour and style, from snuggly snoods to floaty chiffons. A practical gift for Mum is a pair of glamorous, designer compression socks.

Apparently every lady in Lincoln is not without a ‘Little Black Dress’ accessory holder hanging in her wardrobe. The lookalike dress has handy compartments for necklaces and jewellery - say ‘goodbye’ to tangled chains!

Owners, Helen and Charlie, continually search for unique, new items.

For the new house, striking, textured canvases enhance contemporary decor.

They can be taken home on approval to ensure the perfect choice. Also, everyone loves candles, and WoodWick soy candles

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in delicious aromas have an actual wooden wick that burns with a fire-like crackle.

A layby service is offered and purchases are wrapped with whimsical flair - another personal Gift Box touch.

Visit 19 Gerald Street, Lincoln or phone 325 7570. Open seven days a week.

2016

CANTERBURY WINE AWARDS

Since the Canterbury Wine Awards began five years ago, 253 wines have been awarded medals. This year’s results saw 9 golds, 18 silver and 35 bronze medals awarded to Canterbury wines.

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ach year these awards highlight not only that there are some fantastic wines made here in Canterbury, but also how food friendly the wines are.

Canterbury has some superb talent both in the winemaking and viticulture areas and it’s the combined skill of these individuals that produces such fantastic wines. An average of 70percent of wines compete for the show medal each year, and with the number of entrants climbing each year, the results keep getting better and better.

What the show’s organisers would like to see is this success translating into more of a presence in Christchurch restaurant wine lists. With some outstanding local wines that match superbly with local produce and meats, the hope is that in time Canterbury will become as loyal to their wines and wine producing areas as they are about supporting their sports teams!

The eight trophy winning wines from the 2016 Canterbury Wine Awards are: Waipara Hills Equinox Sauvignon Blanc 2015; Terrace

Edge 2014 Liquid Geography Riesling; Waipara Hills Equinox Riesling 2015; Waipara River Estate Late Harvest Noble Riesling 2013; The Winemakers Wife Pinot Gris 2015; Omihi Road Gewurztraminer 2014; Muddy Water Syrah 2013 and Meniscus Pinot Noir 2014. All of these wines will be featured at the Awards Ceremony at The David Jackson Dinner on 18 May 2016. One of them will be named the Champion Wine of the Show.

Each year these awards highlight not only that there are some fantastic wines made here in Canterbury, but also how food friendly the wines are.

Full results from the judging will be on www.winesofcanterbury.co.nz in early May. A very limited number of dinner tickets are available for public sale. Contact gill.walsh@winesofcanterbury.co.nz

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RECIPES FOOD WINE BARS & CAFÉS RESTAURANTS

NOT, NOT

By Melinda Collins

Getting adventurous in the kitchen has taken on a whole new meaning with the latest trend to hit the global cuisine scene – waste-based cooking.

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very year, consumers in rich countries waste almost as much food (222 million tonnes) as the entire net food production of sub-Saharan Africa (230 million tonnes). To combat the overwhelming stats, kitchen leftovers from vegetable peels to used coffee grinds, are being whipped into gourmet treats. The increasing popularity of this concept is inspiring a global uptake.

Waste-based cooking took off last year when American Chef, Dan Barber, hosted a pop-up event with the clever moniker ‘wastED’ at his celebrated Blue Hill restaurant in New York. After gathering discarded food stuffs from throughout the city, Barber invited a number of highprofile chefs to turn bones, trims and offcuts into $15 plates.

ing concept Whether the waste-based cook yet to be is land Zea New will spread to nt some seen, but why not try to inve creative ideas yourself?

Skate-wing cartilage was transformed into crisps; discarded juice pulp was shaped into burger patties, while vegetable peels, stalks and rogue leaves became the ‘dumpster dive salad’ paired with a white froth made from leftover chickpea liquid. For New York Times Food Critic, Pete Wells, it was “one of the best

times I’ve enjoyed in a restaurant in the last year”.

From New York, the food craze spread to Copenhagen where the menu of popular restaurant, Bror, features everything from lamb brains and fish heads to bull testicles.

Popular hot spot, Amass, has transformed used coffee grounds into biscuits, which are then sandwiched together with a chocolate and fennel seed mousse.

In the UK, Silo in Brighton has taken another coffee making by-product – steamed milk – mixed it with lemon juice, and created its own unique cheese. If you’re feeling a little more adventurous, the menu also features items made from seaweed; blood; skin and sea buckthorn.

Whether the waste-based cooking concept will spread to New Zealand is yet to be seen, but why not try to invent some creative ideas yourself? After all, anyone can whip up a risotto, but it takes a special kind of clever to turn scraps into scrummy.

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CUISINE

Palate-pleasing perfection It’s not easy to perfect what was already fabulous to begin with, but Freemans in Lyttleton has defied the odds.

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evelling in its role as a leading Christchurch restaurant – its niche firmly focused on high-quality pizza and pasta – Freemans has the distilled essence of ‘consistency’ down to a fine art.

“Consistency is very much our vision statement,” Owner, Sarah Freeman, confirms. “We were very proud to turn 10 in April. We have an unwavering commitment to serving food of the highest quality.”

With a skilled group of staff helping to wine and dine loyal patrons, the restaurant has upped the culinary ante by introducing two fresh ideas into the mix. “One of our newest additions to our service is bean roasting – we now roast our own coffee onsite and we do it in the bar so it is on show for customers.”

For the discerning wine drinkers in Christchurch who value sustainability, Freemans has also implemented a new concept – wine on tap. Before

anyone’s palate scoffs in indignation at such a prospect, Freeman confirms that the system is all about improving the freshness of the wine.

“The new system is about less wastage in terms of the bottles and their contents. There is definitely merit in having larger volumes too because we don’t have to throw out bottled wine when it is only three days old.”

Looking out over panoramic views, Freemans spoils the senses with beautiful sights, sounds and spaces including the intimate dining area and deck, both available for hire for special functions.

Serving up coffee and sweet treats during the ever-popular Lyttleton Markets on weekends, Freeman and her talented team love accommodating food-lovers with different tastes and preferences. “We make all of our pizza and pasta from scratch and we also accommodate diners with gluten free or vegan diets.”

Visit Freemans at 47 London Street.

Happy Birthday Freemans 10 years old!

Live Music every Sunday afternoon on THE DECK Handmade pasta & pizza Coffee roasted in house

Beautiful wines on tap

Wed & Thurs $18 pizza and $20 pasta

Like us on facebook

Opening Hours: Wed & Thurs 3-late, Friday 11.30-late, Phone 328 7517

Saturday 9-late, Sunday 12-late

47 London Street, Lyttelton

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macarons

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ork your magic on this recipe to create 15+ small macarons. These delicious treats need only a small investment of your time with 20 minutes preparation and around 12 minutes’ cooking time, depending on how many trays your oven fits. Don’t forget to rest your mixture for an hour in between to get that beautiful foot!

Ingredients 120g (4 ¼ oz) of icing sugar 60g (2 oz) of caster sugar 80g (2 ¾ oz) of ground almonds (also known as almond meal or almond flour) 2 egg whites (80g/2 ¾ oz) 1 pinch of powdered food colouring or a small drop of gel food colouring (get creative with your colours, which you can find in your favourite local baking/cake decorating stores) 1-2 tsp Fresh As Freeze Dried Powder of your choice (or a scant 1-2 drops of any liquid food flavouring)

Making the macarons

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ift the icing sugar and ground almonds into a medium sized bowl, push any stubborn bits through the sieve with the back of a spoon. n a small metal bowl whisk egg whites, food colouring and flavouring into firm peaks then gently add the caster sugar a little at a time. Ensure you then continue whisking until the meringue shines bright like a diamond. sing a spatula, gently fold the almond mixture into the bowl with the egg whites – do this by adding ⅓ of the almond mixture at a time into the bowl, lifting the paste upwards. The mix will become even brighter and more liquid-like. Avoid over-mixing and don’t use an electric mixer for this! coop mixture into a disposable pastry bag and make small rounds

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on a baking tray covered in baking paper. This next bit is a bit loud - bang each baking tray on the bench until the tops of the macarons flatten out. Dip your index finger into water to stop it sticking and push down any pointy bits sticking out the top.

Stand for one hour (at least) at room temperature. reheat the oven to 150°C (300°F) on fan bake and cook for 12 minutes, turning the tray around after 6 minutes to ensure an even cooking (this is purely aesthetic so don’t panic if you forget). et the macarons cool for ten minutes before gently releasing them from the baking paper, then finishing them with your filling of choice. Enjoy!

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Great coffee, premium beers, and a quality wine list at very reasonable prices

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CUISINE

From the Pen of the Tiger

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Extraordinary eats in Christchurch

By Nicholas Henare

In 1992, I remember introducing a new type of food to my friend, which I thought was really ‘out there’.

orianders’ latest venture, a glorious new restaurant in the rapidly growing hospitality hub that is Bush Inn, offers Christchurch’s finest Indian cuisine.

With décor mirroring the beautiful interior of the flagship St Asaph Street restaurant, you’ll feel right at home. Corianders has highly - regarded staff, and on my recent visit they offered to take care of menu decisions for me. Fortunately, the house picked results were spectacular! The starters - succulent Chicken Tikka and juicy Tandoori Mushrooms - came on exciting, sizzling platters with refreshing, mint chutney. The chicken was bursting with flavour and if you’re a fan of mushrooms, try the Tandoori dish. The mango sorbet palate cleanser between courses was a great treat!For the main course, the table was presented with Lamb Madras and Prawn Handi Masala.

The Madras was rich in flavour, with a spicy kick! The star of the show, however, was the Prawn Handi Masala. With fresh, juicy prawn meat, and the delicious Chef’s special sauce, it’s one of the most enjoyable curries I’ve ever had and has given me a new favourite at Corianders.This is a fantastic new restaurant and well worth the visit – so the question is… where to next?

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t the time you could only get it in Queenstown – ‘it’ being sushi. In my opinion, this Sushi stuff tasted fantastic, but my friend’s reaction was less than positive - “Eww yuck, raw fish!”

Oh how far we’ve come, Christchurch! There are restaurants serving up Chinese; Malaysian; Thai; Indian and a plethora of others. We have restaurants; markets with stalls – Riccarton Market; food halls and events targeted at every style of cooking you can think of for any palate – the Christchurch Food Show; dumpling cooking classes and The Night Noodle Markets.

We had 59,600 people arrive in New Zealand last year from all over the world, bringing with them a different style of cooking with a wide range of tastes. We now have more restaurants in Christchurch than we did prior to the earthquake and a fair amount of them are ethnic.

The new phrase seems to be “fusion” - Thai fused with Vietnamese fused with Chinese fused with New Zealand expectation. Thanks to the introduction of so many variations on curry; rice rolls; fish; teppenyaki; soups and salad, Kiwi Kai is changing.

We had 59,600 people arrive in New Zealand last year from all over the world, bringing with them a different style of cooking with a wide range of tastes.

It’s a symbol of our progressive culture and marvellous diversity.

My own sons are growing up eating butter chicken or dumplings and now you can enjoy Yum Char from China; Chilli squid from Vietnam, or Sashimi from Japan any night of the week. I don’t think “Eww yuck, raw fish” cuts it anymore!

Let’s embrace the change and celebrate the food together.

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temptation A TASTY

Popular Pukeko Junction Café and Deli is too tempting to drive by during the weekend bustle.

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idweek, it also provides an opportunity to experience fabulous, homemade food among the serene surroundings of North Canterbury.

Owners, Celine and Guy Graham, won the People’s Choice Award for 2016 New Zealand Café Of The Year in the Canterbury region and the proof is certainly in the pudding - the slow-braised, melt-in your-mouth lamb shank pies; hot smoked-salmon and eggs benedict, and lemon slice with a dollop of cream – just a few of the sumptuous offerings.

Featured in the Lonely Planet guide, the café also achieved the Excellence Award for Trip Advisor two years running. Tourists

return especially for the seafood chowder and Waipara wines.

“Guy’s ethos is don’t mess with the food,” Celine says. The passionate Chef lets the quality produce speak for itself, keeping it simple and consistent. He is a fan of Al Brown who is known for his soulful and hearty fare, filling the plates generously.

“You can buy our muesli, which is super fresh. As soon as we put it out, it’s gone.”

Celine says. Likewise for the artisan sauces and chutneys. Hummingbird Coffee, served by talented baristas, also attracts regulars.

You can choose a sunny outside table; the covered courtyard by a gas heater, or

The passionate Chef lets the quality produce speak for itself, keeping it simple and consistent. inside on banquette sofas enjoying the log fire. Then browse through the in-house gift store; sip on local wines to soulful jazz music, or explore neighboring cycle and walking trails to the beach and you’re simply in café heaven.

Take a trip to 458 Ashworths Road, Leithfield, 9am to 4.30pm Tuesday to Sunday. Phone 03 314 8834, or visit www.pukekojunction.co.nz

RANGIORA (03) 313 7415 88 VICTORIA STREET

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TRENDING NOW

By Nicholas Henare

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e’re sure like us, many of you are quite inquisitive when it comes to what’s on the culinary radar. We’ve done our research and identified the top three health food related trends making a positive song and dance around the world right now.

Enjoy!

1. Chia Seed Pudding

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he salmon fishing season is drawing to a close in the South Island this month. Some lucky anglers with time to spare and access to the local “X Spot” could be bringing home a healthy specimen destined for the table. Always delicious when filleted and seared with a crispy skin, hot, or cold and smoked, it always makes for a tasty bite to eat. Try this recipe from our lunch menu with your home smoked or locally sourced salmon.

Ingredients

The one instance where it’s acceptable to have pudding for breakfast! Pour 1/2 cup of Chia Seeds, 1 cup of coconut or almond milk plus 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract into a jar or glass container and refrigerate overnight or until the seeds have gelled. Before serving, top with fresh fruit of your choice and almonds

2. Kombucha

WARM POTATO CUISINE & SALMON SALAD

As word has quietly but quickly spread about the antibiotic, antiviral and antifungal properties of Kombucha, the Chinese drink has been flying off health food shelves despite being around for at least 100 years.

8 soft boiled eggs, halved 50g Hazelnut Dukkah (The Villas makes its own - head to the FB page for the recipe) Handful of coarsely chopped, flat leaf parsley 1kg of cooked and cubed Nadine potatoes (The Villas likes to use Nadine potatoes for their mild flavour and dense texture – they also retain their shape during cooking).

1/4 cup olive oil 150g cornichons Juice of half a lemon 500g of hot smoked salmon Salt and pepper to taste.

Method Take the parsley; dukkah; lemon juice; cornichons and olive oil and toss together in a large bowl Warm the pre-cooked & cubed potatoes in the oven for 4 to 5 mins then toss through the dukkah/cornichon dressing Gently fold through the smoked salmon pieces and season with salt and pepper Place soft boiled egg halves on top to garnish.

3. Matcha Tea If you haven’t heard of Matcha Tea, you will very soon. The powdered, Japanese tea is taking the world by storm due to its abundant stress-reducing; fatburning; metabolism-enhancing and immune-boosting health benefits.

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A WELL-ROUNDED TASTE SENSATION Where else can you sink your teeth into a ‘Donald Trump’ of the New York-style pizza variety, or quietly savour a ‘Peacemaker’ bagel?

T the talk of the town...

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Full Breakfast & Lunch Menu also available Open: Mon-Fri 6am-4pm Sat-Sun 8am-3pm www.purplewekacafe.co.nz 48 Fitzgerald Ave facebook.com/purplewekacafeandbar.

Ph (03) 366 0258

Fully Licensed

he Wholly Bagels team bakes its bagels and pizzas with love and pride every morning and fills them freshly for each order.

“Our bagels have a unique taste and texture,” Gerry Wang says. “Wholly bagels aren’t just bread with a hole masquerading as a bagel – they have that authentic; mouth-filling; dense chewiness.”

Successfully operating in Wellington for 18 years, and recently established in Christchurch, Gerry has fans visiting from Auckland to Dunedin.

For locals, the New-York inspired eatery is a treat.

The extensive menu entices the fussiest of foodies to choose from creative toppings and fillings zinging with flavour – or they can design their own. The 13 bagel varieties range from rock salt and healthy nine-grain to sweet blueberry.

Pizza bases are baked crispy and topped with Mainland mozzarella cheese.

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Dine in or Takeaway

“Our bagels are filling and healthy, being low in fat and sugar. Our vegetables are fresh and we grill the bacon and use New Zealand ingredients,” Gerry says.

The team bakes its bagels and pizzas with love and pride every morning.

Catering for corporate functions and lunches, Wholly Bagel creates filled bagel platters, which are a successful crowd-pleaser. Gluten and dairyfree options are also available. Other well-priced offerings include the soup and bagel deal for $9, or a coffee and mini-bagel for $7. The generous bags of crunchy bagel chips fly off the shelves at two for $5.90.

Parking is easy at Wholly Bagels based at 136 Ilam Road on the Ilam/Creyke corner. Order ahead on 0800 555 911 or via www.wholly.co.nz

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A CZECH THEMED CELEBRATION Every two weeks on a Monday, Café Prague in Addington holds a Czech night. It is an opportunity for the Czech community to celebrate their own culture, while other nationalities are welcome to come along and experience it for themselves. The friendly, dedicated team serve traditional Czech cuisine with a large Pilsner Urquell for $30.

Martin Drozd, Guest

Denise Robertson, Petra Laskova

deliciously good...

Martin Castka, Lesley Dick, Michaela Balzarova Katerina Hanakova, Tereza Vrbkova, Michal Putnar, Petr Zmeskal, Petra Laskova

A huge menu of scrumptious mouth-watering delights & dangerously good coffee.

Available for functions & catering services

HOURS: Mon-Thurs 7am-4pm Fri 7am-Late Sat & Sun 8.30am-3.30pm

Ales Bronec, Olga Barathova

Peter Dworok, Jacob Dworok, Libor Lasek, Lucas Lasek

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Breakfast Lunch Dinner Book your private functions Big Screen Projector Catering available

Mother’s Day Special Sun 8th May

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CHARACTERFUL HOME

By Majka Kaiser

Inspiration can be found in the most unexpected places when it comes to art for your home. Open your eyes; your cupboards and your imagination to some unique objects you can transform into works of art that will create an abode that’s bursting with personality.

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ummaging through your collection of family heirlooms can turn up the most extraordinary bits and bobs.

While some may have a high financial value, most will have a value you can’t put a price on. This strong emotional connection we have with these pieces, and the memories they evoke, is what makes them truly prized and can have the power to create a truly personalised habitat.

Bundles of vintage fabric hoarded by my seamstress Grandmother have given little pockets of character to my own apartment.

Cushions and larger quantities of material with larger scale patterns or murals are ear-marked to be fashioned into screens or framed and hung as a focal piece for any room in the future.

Collected ephemera you find in your family’s attic, or digging through your local junk shop, is the ideal thing for framed art.

My personal penchant is for vintage maps, but anything from old cardboard milk bottle tops, to botanical book illustrations, can be grouped together to create mini works of art.

Think outside the frame; look at objects in a new light, and you will find a new purpose for them and inject a little soul into your home.

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YOUR HOME

By Majka Kaiser

For stellar insider tips that address all your interior design conundrums, Australian Stylist and Interior Designer, Juliet Love, will help you transform your house into a home in her new book Love Style.

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hen designing a house, Juliet strongly advises using a holistic approach by linking spaces together to create a fluid and harmonious aesthetic.

Balance is especially important and revolves around the equal distribution of weight in a room. Balance can be either symmetrical - where one side of a vertical axis is a mirror image of the other side, or asymmetrical - where dissimilar objects of a similar weight are positioned each side of the vertical axis. While asymmetry is harder to achieve, the results are often far more visually interesting, Juliet says.

A great tool to overcome issues of balance in a room is to take a photo of the room and divide it into four by placing a cross in the middle. In doing this, it should become obvious where items need to be added or taken away.

There should also be a focal point in a room - where your eye rests on one particular component after surveying the room in its entirety. A striking artwork; a fireplace, or a decorative item such as an interesting lamp, vase or light fitting, are good examples of points of emphasis in a room.

Proportions in interior design should be approached in a similar way to dressing the body. If pieces of furniture are in proportion to each other and the scale of the room, a room is more harmonious.

Contrast can be achieved by using different colour weights and is an important element to establish a strong look outside of the ordinary.

Decorating your home can truly be a project from which you gain great satisfaction. By applying these design principles, you are much more likely to have a successful outcome and create a great base on which to build character and personality with the addition of decorative elements.

IMAGE CREDITS COVER/PORTRAIT & COLOUR CHARTS - Brooke Evrard

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Once you’ve worked out where your inspiration comes from, Juliet suggests creating a mission statement you can return to when you need further guidance. Consider words such as – fresh; vibrant; classic; contemporary; polished; streamlined; boho, or rustic.

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hink about how you want your home to look. What do you want to express about you? How do you want your home to feel?

If you find the looks you’ve chosen involve completely different styles - that’s ok, Juliet says. You can either narrow down your favourite look, or go for a mix and match, eclectic look. By narrowing down your favourite things, you will be able to move forward more clearly, and with more success.

Think like an Editor of a magazine. You can’t have

everything on every page, so be ruthless, and you’ll end up with a better overall look that will help define your style whatever it may be.

Juliet warns that the worst rooms are the ones that are totally devoid of personality, so she strongly encourages homeowners to take a chance and allow your individuality to shine through.

In the words of Juliet’s interior architectural hero, John Saladino, “A home is much more than a shelter; it should lift us emotionally and spiritually”.

You can either narrow down your favourite look, or go for a mix and match, eclectic look.

“Contemporary Scandi Chic” curated by Majka Kaiser LEFT Drop chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen / Hoppmosse wallpaper by Hanna Werning for Boråstapeter / Hex pendant by Resident / Tom Dixon Elements glass candles / Hay Strap mirror / PK71 Nest of 3 tables by Poul Kjærholm for Fritz Hansen / Hay Bjørn Sofa //

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Less is more: sustainable furnishings

By Melinda Collins

Sustainability; green; eco-friendly; responsibility; awareness - new buzzwords are emerging across all industries as we seek to become more environmentally aware consumers. The latest in the long line of lexicon is ‘peak stuff ’.

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uch like the phrase ‘peak oil’ reflects the peak and decline of a drilling operation, ‘peak stuff ’ is the idea that the Western consumer appetite for home furnishings has reached its peak. This notion comes, rather paradoxically, from the world’s largest furniture retailer, Ikea.

The Swedish company’s Chief Sustainability Officer, Steve Howard, told a Guardian Sustainable Business debate earlier this year that the consumption of many familiar goods has hit its limit. Although seemingly contradicting Ikea’s target of almost doubling sales by 2020, Howard says the company is working towards building a

“circular Ikea where you can repair and recycle products”.

Sustainability today is not only limited to the adoption of environmentally friend technology, but extends to stepping away from the consumerism that continues to plague our societies and our land fill.

The move to simplify our homes is gaining traction as we move away from the throw-away mentality we adopted in the early 21st century. For example, while replacing old appliances and lights with more energy-efficient models makes good eco-sense, questioning the necessity of the purchase before purchasing a better

Sustainability today is not only limited to the adoption of environmentally friend technology, but extends to stepping away from the consumerism that continues to plague our societies.

quality item also makes financial sense.

The Guardian recently described sustainability as the “geeky, pimply teenager who has come to our party; turned off the music, and told us that we would really be much happier if we stopped having so much darn fun!”

As the value of consumer goods imported into New Zealand continues its upward trend - rising 12 percent in January 2016 compared with January 2015, and quantities of the largest consumer goods increase annually too, we think there’s nothing cooler than rocking the less is more approach in your home.

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FEEL GOOD GIFTS Pay It Forward does things a little differently from most. The not-for-profit store has a diverse range of unique, hand-crafted and locally made products, with great gifts for Mum; the kids, or to treat yourself.

Flowers and gifts for any special Flowers and gifts for any special occasion, occasion from Bourbon Rose

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ver 50 designers have work included at Pay It Forward - all expressions of the creativity of artisans in the Christchurch community. For Mother’s Day, there is a great collection of pieces your Mum will love, with prices starting from just $6.50. Choose from natural skin care; jewellery; homeware; clothing; wall art; candles; cards and much more.

Reaching out into the local community, Pay It Forward is playing host to a growing number of activities over the coming months. Look out for KidsFest classes, and the business’ very own ‘Mini Makers Market’ on Facebook and at www.payitforwardstore.co.nz Visit Pay It Forward at 49 Nancy Avenue in Mairehau, just off Innes Road.

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FRENCH STYLE FOR MOTHER’S DAY Gift a little French inspired style for Mother’s Day. French Blue has a collection of beautiful and unique pieces, each carefully selected by Owner, Catherine.

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here is something for every Mum and a range of prices to suit – lovely cushions; French linen tea towels and paper napkins; gorgeous European jewellery; French toiletries, and Spanish tableware in dark blue, ochre, pistachio and cream.

Gorgeous coffee table books on interior décor and cuisine are made as much to enjoy the beauty of the book itself, as the simple and delicious recipes and ideas inside.

For something a little bit different, look for the handmade lamps and ceramic tableware from Poland; large Mexican urns, or Swedish designed rugs made from New Zealand wool.

Come in, immerse yourself, and talk with Catherine at French Blue to find your perfect gift at 9a Normans Road, or call 355 7545.

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Orla Kiely handbags and accessories available at French Blue.

A wide selection of Imprint pantyhose.

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Unique range of cushions available at Joe Jandals HQ.

Linens & More mohair blend throws. Now available at Coco Gifts.

HAVE A BRIGHT WINTER Turn your winter garden into a vision of beauty and brightness – it’s easy! Tubs of colour in focal points transform entrances and terraces; make the dull days brighter, and subtly say, ‘Welcome!’

Namaskar scarves at Terra Viva.

Garden twine balls at Terra Viva.

Designs featured on a NZ designed range of giftcards, notepads and tea-towels.

Available at Elmwood Stationery Unique range&of cushions Dusty Old Things. available at Joe Jandals HQ

'Breeze in Blue Sky' an original painting by Jacqui Gibbs Chamberlain from her exhibition 'Tipping Point' at Little River Gallery from May 14th.

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Winter colour is much more than flowering annuals

ake out the summer petunias and plant the Top Four P’s – polyanthus; primulas; primroses, and pansies - all available in punnets; instant potted colour, and colour packs. Calendulas (winter marigolds) are popular for their colour and insect-repelling qualities in the vegetable garden. For a stylish French look, plant winter kale - particularly the compact, Pigeon variety.

Winter colour is much more than flowering annuals so look to camellias - one of Terra Viva’s biggest selling shrub categories – 42 varieties of new season, top-notch plants have just arrived. From the small, dainty, Fairy Blush flowers, to the double, anemone-centred Sweet Jane with its ultra-long flowering season. Standard and espaliered camellias on mini trellises are also available.

Pop into Terra Viva on the corner of Wairakei Road and Roydvale Avenue for expert advice on bringing colour to your garden. Open seven days from 8.30am – 5pm. For more information, visit www.terraviva.co.nz as well as Facebook.

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When used responsibly, lanterns designed to shine bright like a diamond in the outdoors environment, can make for a beautiful addition to your décor.

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n our last issue we expressed our infatuation with ‘swing bling’ for your porch, mentioning that a statement piece of this nature, in conjunction with some delicate mood lighting, can make for a stunning, ambient zone for rest and recuperation, even into the winter months.

It’s easy to overlook the potential of outside lighting, but as well as providing practical illumination; lamps are a very vogue way to breathe life and energy into your surroundings. From Moroccan style lanterns, through to mason jars with tealight candles, the options are only limited by your imagination.

A beautiful vibe can be created with

a combination of ground lanterns with fairylights wrapped delicately around a tall tree or bush. The key is to ensure you buy all-weather lighting to accent your outdoor space otherwise you could end up losing money or creating a hazardous situation.

Safety first!

You will find an abundance of options online – if you’d like to do some creative brainstorming before you buy, Pinterest is absolutely teaming with possibilities.

Recycle old jars and visit your local thrift stores to see what’s on offer – you’d be pleasantly surprised to know how many of the vintage-style lighting options available take their inspiration from yesteryear.

The key is to ensure you buy all-weather lighting to accent your outdoor space.

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Specialising in quality, handcrafted pieces for the home, Heyday Furniture offers Cantabrians popular styles inspired by Europe’s rich heritage and America’s fresh approach to classic living, at affordable prices.

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lthough new to the local market, Heyday Furniture has over 20 years of experience and imports exclusive, luxury furniture collections from respected furniture makers.

A fresh shipment of Heyday’s prized ‘French Palace’ collection has just arrived. Evoking all the opulence of Marie Antoinette, the heavily ornate collection is all handcrafted from solid beech with hand-carved, decorative embellishments,

and finished with cream and gold or silver accents.

The ‘Seattle Collection’ is made with solid mahogany and aged-leather upholstery as an ode to old world charm. Majestic bed frames with buttoned leather bedheads; elegant, upholstered dressing screens, and towering hand-carved mahogany display cabinets are just some of the highlights from this range.

For a more contemporary classic style

of furniture with clean lines, the ‘Relax Collection’ is inspired by luxury, Americanstyle, apartment living - a relaxed aesthetic - which suits modern, New Zealand families.

“There is less embellishment and more clean lines that many New Zealanders favour for their homes,” Company Owner, Richard Meng, says.

Open seven days a week from 10am (late nights Thursday and Friday until 9pm), pop in to view the full range, or peruse a selection at www.heydayfurniture.co.nz

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On Wednesday 23 March, Smart Real Estate celebrated the opening of its office in Mt Pleasant and the growth the business continues to experience. Along with its strategic partners, the team enjoyed a luncheon while celebrating its many successes and helping clients on their journey of buying and selling homes.

Sarah Webster, Deb Hakaraia, Maureen Crowley Jahna Brennan, Melissa Murray, Maureen Crowley, Kama Jacobs & Deb Hakaraia (Director)

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By Kate Pierson

charm When it comes to dominating in the homedécor department this season, we’ve got the low-down on the perfect addition to your living spaces – rugs!

A rug can add texture while defining your space.

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he rug may not be particularly revolutionary, but it certainly ticks the functional beauty box. With the ability to add warmth and a powerful pop of colour or point of interest to your space, what’s not to love?

Whether your floors are dressed in carpet; polished wood; industrial-look materials, or the latest in chic tiles (we’re a big fan of Exquisite Tiles), a rug can add texture while defining your space. This is a very handy benefit when you have living spaces that run together and you want to introduce a visual distinction between

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them. Add into the mix the benefits of reduction in noise and floor protection, and it’s pretty much impossible to say ‘no’ to a rug for your home.

Right now we are big time fans of geometric prints as well as pastels, which seem to have kicked the more traditional rug choices to the curb. With the

opportunity to switch your look up every season, it’s a unique versatility that can work its magic time and time again.

An important point to remember is the positioning of the rug – be sure to situate furniture completely on or completely off it so that you avoid taking any unplanned trips!

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WORKING MAGIC IN HOMES AND BUSINESSES The name is well-chosen, and if you want a top clean for your home or business, then TopClean Services will deliver.

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y team and I clean with a touch of love,” Owner and Managing Director, Taina Scur, says. “For us, a client’s house is an extension of our own homes, and we want to do the very best job we can. Being happy in our work is key to the quality of our service.”

TopClean offers the full range of cleaning services – residential cleaning; commercial and office cleaning; builders’ cleans; window cleaning and carpet cleaning. Tania suggests that autumn is an opportune time to prepare your home for the wet, cold, winter months. “Give the place and yourself a lift by having the windows and carpets cleaned now before winter sets in. You won’t have to worry about any of that again until spring.”

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TopClean’s professional teams bring their cleaning magic to all parts of Christchurch and its immediate surroundings, including Tai Tapu; Prebbleton; Lincoln; Rolleston and Sumner.

“Wherever we are wanted, we will dust; clean; polish and make homes really sparkle.

We go ‘the extra mile’ and whatever a homeowner’s

requirements, we can tailor our services to meet their needs.

There is really nothing we can’t clean and put our TopClean stamp on.”

Check out all TopClean’s services on its new, interactive website www.topclean.co.nz. It is mobile-friendly and you can request a free, no-obligation quote, either by email or by phoning 0800 TOPCLEAN.

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MUM’S FOOD IS BEST Our Mum’s make the best food they are dishes that we have grown up with that never seem quite right made any other way.

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reat your Mum this Mother’s Day at Total Food Equipment (TFE) on Moorhouse Avenue - the true foodies’ haven.

TFE has a huge selection of gifts at a wide range of prices, from quality cookware through to table settings, bakeware and appliances.

New in store are lightweight and durable, handcrafted bamboo pieces, with trays; salad bowls; canisters; dipping bowls and more, in a shade of light teal blue. Or perhaps choose from one of the range of spiralisers - perfect for raw dishes and creating statement salads. Splash out on

The perfect gift for your Mum or for yourself. the luxury Patissier Multifunction Magimix, which kneads; whisks; grates; slices and chops.

For the tea drinker, look for the florals and patterns of William Kilburn or V&A china mugs and tea pots in contemporary or classic styles, including the bright colours of Zero Japan. TFE also has a huge selection of canisters and Tea Leaf teas to fill them, as well as espresso cups in all shapes and shades for the coffee fiend.

The arrival of cooler weather also means it’s time for a menu change - to longer and slower cooking methods. The latest in slow cookers; tagines from individual to family sized, and casserole bakeware in cast iron, enamel and ceramic are now available – the perfect gift for your Mum or for yourself.

Visit Total Food Equipment at 218 Moorhouse Avenue, online at www.tfe.co.nz, or phone 366 6912.

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CREATING MEMORIES THAT LAST Looking for something special for Mother’s Day may be much easier than you think.

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orget cliché flowers and head to Creative Castings for a vast range of innovative and fresh gift ideas. Your Mum will appreciate the extra thought that has gone into choosing the perfect gift; flowers last a week, but a gift from Creative Castings will last a lifetime.

Creative Castings has gifts for all tastes, from the green fingered Mother right through to the modern Mum – they have it all! If your Mother is hard to buy for, the friendly team can help choose from thousands of beautiful statues; korus; birdbaths and water features. Plus it offers gift vouchers if your Mum prefers to choose her own.

Lost someone special? Creative Castings offers a beautiful range of statuary to commemorate the life of a loved one with

gorgeous gifts; tributes and memorials. It can even incorporate your loved one’s ashes into your choice of memorial. A special service is also offered for pet memorials with its inhouse artist available to discuss customised painting renditions of your pet as a lasting tribute.

Creative Castings has been proudly Christchurch owned for over 25 years.

Everything is manufactured on-site at its Waltham Road factory. Off-street parking is available at the base of the overbridge.

Browse the large display yard stocked with a vast array of water features; birdbaths,

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Gifts for all ta and selections from the huge catalogue of statues, planters and garden furniture.

Creative Castings is located at 240a Waltham Road (by the Waltham Road overbridge, off Moorhouse Avenue). Open 9am – 4.30pm Monday to Friday, and Saturday mornings. Phone 366 1261 and view the online catalogue at www.creativecastings.co.nz

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A commitment to excellence Commitment, professionalism and communication – words penned on a wall of bricks at Jim the Builder reflect the foundation the business is built on.

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im the Builder provides a complete, in-house build service with its crew of 65 covering all trades, including Quantity Surveyors and a Chartered Accountant. The commitment to construction excellence saw the business receive a Gold Reserve Registered Master Builders 2015 House of the Year Award (Carters New Home $1 million – $2 million) for not one, but two of its homes last year.

Whether it is building a new, dream house, or working to repair and renovate an existing property, Jim’s 25 years in the industry means the business has the experience needed to ensure a great outcome on even the most challenging of sites.

“We are there to help in the design process,” Jim says of working alongside architects at the concept stage. “We always keep our clients’ interests at the forefront of any decisions.”

the client’s The design reflects both dg needs and their bu et.

It is a relationship that benefits all involved, ensuring the design reflects both the client’s needs and their budget, while also allowing Jim’s team to identify the very latest in design trends and innovative products.

The business continually strives to provide a safe environment for its team and clients with an ACC Workplace Safety Management Practice (WSMP) tertiary level accreditation.

“At the end of the day, we are good people, doing a good job, to give you a great home,” Jim says.

For more information, call Jim or Andrew on 974 1290, or visit www.jimthebuilder.co.nz and on Facebook.

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BUSINESS OWNER, HARCOURTS AND WELL KNOWN BUSINESSWOMAN

Real estate has its own annual rhythm and it’s about this time of year I start reacquainting myself with some of its finer points.

It’s the end of the financial year, the commencement of business planning and, for the brand I’m associated with, conference time.

It’s surreal, stressful and strategic all at once, with the pressure really being applied to enter the new financial year refreshed and refocused. Which after a year of long hours and big results is not easy.

Remaining relevant to your marketplace, engaged and committed takes planning and the kind of thought processes that keep you awake at night.

Better people, realtors, partners, siblings, parents, etc. and putting time aside to determine how to do this makes us better human beings. So I always include this as one of my personal truths.

4. None of us has to be here Including me! So if we’re together, let’s bring our best selves.

5. Our dreams fuel our outcomes

Plans can be long, short, elaborate or simple. Over the years I’ve had to do some plans that were so complex you needed a PhD to navigate them (hopeless). But the main aim for me as I dealt with my large group of attendees was providing a framework that got most, if not everyone thinking. Any trainer will tell you it’s almost impossible to engage everyone every time. So I go for as much participation as possible and I did remind them that there were some good takehome points of value so it was best to be alert to them.

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3. We can all be open to being better

2. I know one plan does not fit all

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I run the business planning sessions for our large team of consultants and because I want to fill the box, not just tick it. I put serious amounts of time and thought into my delivery. This year I utilised a relatively creative approach to the session incorporating the following truths. There are five of them and they are my feelings and thoughts after many years at the helm.

1. Any plan is better than no plan at all We all know the statistics that sit behind this statement and these can be readily accessed using Google. Basically they establish that there is a wide gulf between having a formal written plan and no plan at all. Completing a plan and following it positively correlated with business success and for many this flows on to personal success too.

So there you are, that’s the framework.

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Auction 1.00pm, Thursday 26 May 2016 (not selling prior) View Thursday 5.30-6.00pm Sunday 12.30-1.00pm www.rwunlimitedchc.co.nz/UCH21362 rwunlimitedchc.co.nz/UCH21362 Mark Lambie AREINZ 0274 400 200 mark.lambie@raywhite.com Leissa Price 027 355 3320 leissa.price@raywhite.com LICENSED (REAA 2008)

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Inspiring, beautiful and unique, this incredible property captures the essence of its alpine surrounds and escalates it to a new level. The bespoke log home has been crafted out of vast Douglas Fir trees sourced from Otago. The timeless design speaks volumes about the care and attention lavished on the residence, from conception through to the finishing touches.

Robust rusticity suffuses the home - the soaring cathedral ceiling of the living area showcases the distinctive warmth of the timber to perfection, while the lower ceiling of the kitchen creates a more intimate zone. The front verandah steps seamlessly through a wall of bi-fold doors to invite the outlooks to Mt Alfred and the craggy peaks of Mt Earnslaw into the property.

Sleeping up to 8 people in its current configuration, three beautiful bedrooms are supplemented by a cosy mezzanine.

Be swept away by the scale of the residence, in particular the inspired master suite with walk-in wardrobe, glorious ensuite and in-room bath to soak up the views.

Comfort was prioritised in the build, with windows utilising the latest technology to harness the sun’s warmth, and air-to-water underfloor heating throughout.

5 Shiel Street, Glenorchy, Queenstown

www.hoamz.co.nz / 03 441 8858

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