I’m not sure when I stopped buying a special dress for Christmas Day. I do know that in my 20’s it was something I did every year as a way of giving myself a Christmas bonus for getting through another year of being a wife,
This impressive dessert, packed with strawberries, not only looks amazing but tastes incredible too. This cake can be made well in advance as it freezes well. Serves 10 Base 1 cup cashew nuts 1 cup dates 1 cup desiccated coconut 1 tbsp coconut oil ½ tsp vanilla extract Filling 2 cups cashew nuts 2 cups
At high school, my art teacher selected one of my paintings for an exhibition. I wasn’t quite sure what she saw in it, as I’d only seen it in amongst the chaos and the busyness of the art room, but when I stepped into her
This month New Zealand became one of the first countries to ban “forever chemicals” per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in cosmetic products. This ban takes effect from 31 December 2026 but what does it all really mean, what are PFAS and how do you know if
Psychology expert Dr Alice Boyes offers six tips for managing anxiety when you're super busy Work-life balance is a great overall goal, but for many of us, there are periods when work takes priority. You might be an entrepreneur launching your start-up, a magazine publisher with a
When people think of resilience what often comes to mind is mental strength or grit. However, resilience is multi-faceted, and you can become your most resilient self by bolstering each type. Your resilience comes into play during times of stress, and when the unexpected happens,
A delightful bush and farmland walk to a magical waterfall. The Waikāretu Bush Walk near Nikau Cave may be short, but it delivers all the elements of a great walk in a small but mighty track in Waikato karst country. The intermediate grade trail starts with a
This is an epic centrepiece cake that easily serves 12-14. You will need to make four cakes, which can be baked two at a time. 2½ cups caster sugar 400 grams butter, softened 2 vanilla beans, split lengthways and seeds scraped out 6 large eggs, size 7 1½ cups buttermilk 3
Summer definitely understood the brief this year, and nature is the perfect spot to dine alfresco and enjoy a brilliant day out. We asked the good community around Aotearoa to share your favourite picnic spots – here’s the top picks! Got a spot you love to visit
Understand your own desire. It’s hard to ask for what you want if you don’t know what turns you on. Spend some time exploring your own body and mind – remember the brain is the biggest sex organ – to learn what gives you pleasure.
