Bloomin Brilliant
Words Vicki Ravlich-Horan Images Ashlee DeCaires Frankton School caretaker Murray Ivory believes flowers brighten your day. Visit Frankton School in the summer months and you will experience this first-hand. A few years ago, rushing to drop my daughter at the holiday programme held at Frankton School, I was compelled, despite my lateness, to stop in […]
Mortadella Mousse
Recipe Vicki Ravlich-Horan Images Ashlee DeCaire Transport yourself to Northern Italy this summer with this Mortadella Mousse. On trend mortadella whipped with mascarpone makes for a tasty crostino topping, perfect with a glass of prosecco. 250g mortadella, rind removed ¼ cup Tatua mascarpone ⅓ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese toast rounds for serving pistachios for garnish […]
Last-Minute Fruitcake
Recipe and image by Julie Le Clerc This dairy-free fruitcake has wonderful flavour and is extra moist due to the use of oil instead of butter. The oil also gives the cake good texture which means, unlike classic fruitcakes, it cuts well, even when freshly made, making this a good last-minute option if you didn’t […]
A Designing Life
Words Denise Irvine, Images Brydie Thompson Creating a home environment that looks and feels good sounds simple. Yet it is so easy to get bogged down by the myriad choices and plethora of products available today. Consult a good interior designer and you may discover how quickly they hone in on your individuality and seem […]
Thorne Group – Homes Built with Foresight
Words Liz French, Images Bryde Thompson for Thorne Group While 80 may be the new 60 and many people are enjoying good health into their twilight years, there is good sense in planning your future home so you can enjoy an environment that will evolve as you do. It’s not just about retirement or mobility; […]
Chook Chook Noodle Salad with Soy Eggs
Recipe and image by Fiona Hugues This salad has elements that take a little time to prepare but those bits keep in the fridge for longer so you can easily get organised a day or two before. The feature ingredient here behind the chook and eggs is cooling cucumber, as this dish packs some heat. […]
Cauliflower Pakora
Recipe by Vicki Ravlich-Horan, Images Ashlee DeCaires These wonderful fritters are a perfect snack with a beer. Gluten free, vegan and delicious, they will satisfy everyone! Add some fresh curry leaves to the deep frying oil for added flavour and a crispy delicious garnish. I served them with Jenny’s Kitchen tamarind sauce mixed with a […]
Afgans
Recipe Vicki Ravlich-Horan This recipe hails from my London days. I worked nights so would often bake during the day and leave my flatmates with a treat when they got home. Unlike most Afghan recipes which require you to cream the butter and sugar, mine is a one pot wonder. It’s also an easy recipe […]
Polenta Porridge with Roasted Strawberry + Rhubarb Compote
Recipe and images by Emma Galloway A lovely gluten-free porridge for when you’re craving something bright and fresh, but also warm and comforting. To make this dairy-free, use a plant-based milk and coconut yoghurt in place of the crème fraîche. Use maple syrup and it’s also vegan. Serves 2 125g trimmed rhubarb, cut into 2cm […]
Audi Day out – Whangamata edition
Words and images Vicki Ravlich-Horan After a week of relentless rain, the sun came out for our second annual Audi Day Out. This is the day that my Instagram feed belies reality and will have you believe I swan around the region driving luxury cars, meeting great people and eating delicious food! We meet at […]