Most of us know how to comfort people. Whether it’s a hug, a good chat or a gift of food, wine or flowers, we are pretty confident that we can cheer up those close to us. It’s instinctive and doesn’t really take up much of
Broadcaster and Breast Cancer Foundation NZ (BCFNZ) Ambassador Lorna Riley is encouraging New Zealanders to host a Pink Ribbon Breakfast next month to support Kiwis affected by breast cancer. After going through breast cancer for a second time last year, Lorna, who hosts the daytime show
One of my favourite parts of any trip is the first drive you take through a new city. Floating through the Nadi traffic after my first international flight in more than two years, I noticed a hundred details: the bright lanes of bougainvillea down the
From issue 56.This is a lighter version than regular tiramisu, and is a wonderful summertime alternative. Words and recipes from Vanessa Baxter's cookbook The Fearless Kitchen. Makes 6-8 portions 5 fresh organic eggs, separated 5 Tbsp white sugar 400g mascarpone 1 cup lemon curd ¾ cup limoncello 2 cups lemon syrup (mixture of
From issue 56. Words and recipes Vanessa Baxter. Photography Todd Eyre Porridge is a wonderful start to the day. Oaty, chewy goodness enriched with coconut, this recipe is a family staple. The salty macadamias and the sweetness of the fruit bring different flavours and textures to this
You might tell a friend over a cup of coffee that you’ve got a sore back, but “Guess what happened, my bladder/uterus/rectum slipped.” Or, “I can’t lift my child because…I’ve got an issue down below.” Not likely! Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) affects approximately 50 per cent
Hazel Wineera-Ellis wears Kiri Nathan. Photo David Shields Kiri Nathan is set to open New Zealand Fashion Week 2023. Nathan is well known for her bespoke red carpet stunners – remember that stunning gown worn by Chelsea Winstanley at the 2020 Oscars – and contemporary handwoven Kākahu
From issue 57. Recipe Caralee Caldwell, photography Jo Anderson. Buddha bowls are all the buzz. They not only look amazing, but are delicious and healthy as well. This divine Buddha bowl has a range of my favourite stress-less ingredients. You can adjust the bowl according to
Undies are not exactly garments that we’ll pass on to others, which is probably why we’ve now got your attention! Inevitably we hold onto our underwear – bras and knickers – for too long (despite their holes and saggy elastics) because it feels so wrong to
Ten years ago today, the Rana Plaza building in Bangladesh, collapsed. The building housed five garment factories – suppliers of well-known fashion brands like Primark and Zara. That day, more than 1,130 people died and 2,500 were injured. You may think nothing has changed since this
