117061sm

March 2017 christchurch
COMPLIMENTARY
Meet5
of The Most Powerful
People In The World
Are You Addicted To Sugar?
Kick
The Habit
the taste Of
Malaysia
with Josh Emett and
Fleur Caulton
Rediscover the
haWke’s BaY
What’s YOur
Kitchen Style?
all the inspiratiOn
YOu need

A SERIES OF UNMISSABLE
STYLE EVENTS AT WESTFIELD RICCARTON
Get your wardrobe set for the new season at the Westfield Fashion Collective Autumn
Winter Series. Head along to Westfield Riccarton to learn what works for your shape,
style and budget, and then where to find it.
STYLE WORKSHOP
Tuesday 21 March
Join us for an evening of fun and
fashion as you discover the latest
looks, and learn how to make them
work for you.
SHOPPING TOURS
Thursday 6 – Friday 7 April
In two-hours, a Westfield stylist
will take you to the right stores and
help you find what works for your
shape, style and budget. Prices
start from $35 per person.
STYLE LOUNGE
Thursday 23 –
Sunday 26 March
Take a seat at the Style
Lounge for a free 20-minute
fashion consultation with our
resident fashion experts.
COLOUR CONSULTATIONS
Wednesday 22 March
In a 20-minute consultation, our experts will assess
your skin tone, eye and hair colour, then give you
the perfect collection of colours to help you look
your best. $65 per consultation, with all attenders
taking home a closet colour fan worth $45.
Book your spot today.
FASHIONCOLLECTIVE.CO.NZ
Sponsored by:
BROUGHT TO YOU BY
*Terms and conditions apply.

1
STYLE | contents
53
3
CHRISTCHURCH AND CANTERBURY’S
PREMIER LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE
Style is something unique to each of us. Celebrating the
diversity life offers within Christchurch – a city of constant
reinvention, opportunity and vibrancy. Style explores the
fabric of our homes, our community and our spirit, both
individually and collectively.
6 INSIDE WORD
Indulge. Find. Eat. Experience.
10 SAVE THE DATE
14 INTERVIEW
Josh Emett And Fleur Caulton Bring
Malaysian Cuisine To Christchurch
18 REPORT
Five Of The Most Influential People
In The World
22 HOUSE FEATURE
Fabulous In Fendalton
28 MOOD BOARD
31 LIVING
Kitchen Inspiration
36 LUXE LIVING
38 ARTS
40 REBUILD
42 LANDSCAPING
44 FASHION NEWS
45 FASHION EDITORIAL
Dress To Impress
49 JUNIOR
50 FASHION TRENDS
Trans-seasonal Trends
53 WELLBEING
Kick The Sugar Habit
54 BEAUTY
56 TRAVEL
Hawke’s Bay Highlights
62 MOTORING
Lexus RC200t
65 FOOD NEWS
73 SEE BE SEEN
80 ETIQUETTE
Table Manners For The Modern Age
82 WIN
22
2 3
Colours of the month
1. Half Haystack
2. Bon Jour
3. Burnt Sienna
View these colours and
more at your local Resene
ColorShop.
CoVER
Be inspired to refresh
your kitchen.
DESIgn
Detail by Davinia Sutton
PhOTO
Stephen goodenough
56
50
Need a hand
with your
colour choices?
Get some colour in your life with the
experts at Resene. Book your colour
consultation today!
Enjoy a free in-store colour consultation with
one of our colour experts. Or book an on site
visit (charge applies).
In-shop assistance
Provided free of charge with our compliments
Ferrymead 950 Ferry Road Ph: (03) 376 4286
Hornby 278 Main South Road Ph: (03) 344 5158
Lichfield Street 234-236 Lichfi eld Street Ph: (03) 363 3703
Northwood Northwood Supa Centre,
Ph: (03) 323 4492
Main North Road
Rangiora 83 Victoria Street Ph: (03) 313 7326
Shirley 38 Marshland Road Ph: (03) 385 5082
Tower Junction 4 Troup Drive Ph: (03) 343 3990
Home or site visits
Arrange an on-site colour consultation and our colour consultant will come to you.
Book with your local Resene ColorShop team or on the Resene website.
Free online advice
Ask our Colour Expert –
www.resene.co.nz/colourexpert

MULTI AWARD-WINNING PUBLISHING COMPANY
MARCH 2017
PUBLISHER
Charlotte Smulders
Star Media
Level One, 359 Lincoln Road
Christchurch 8140
03 379 7100
EDITORIAL
Kate Preece
Group Editor
kate@starmedia.kiwi
Victoria Tait
Editor
victoria.tait@starmedia.kiwi
Gilbert Wealleans
Social Editor
gilbert@starmedia.kiwi
DESIGN
Emma Smith
CONTRIBUTORS
Anne Hudson, Charlie
Jackson, Chris Walsh,
Georgina McCormack,
Clemency Alice, Elly
McGuinness, Getty Images,
Luci Morris, Richard Dalman,
Robyn Wilson, Ross Kiddie,
Shutterstock, Vanessa
Ortynsky
ADVERTISING
Simon Mullinger
Sales Manager Magazines
021 916 143
simon.mullinger@starmedia.kiwi
Juliet Dickson
Account Executive
364 7409 / 021 688 159
juliet.dickson@starmedia.kiwi
Janine Oldfield
Account Executive
962 0743 / 027 654 5367
janine.oldfield@starmedia.kiwi
Vivienne Montgomerie
Account Executive
364 7494 / 021 914 428
viv.montgomerie@starmedia.kiwi
Style explores the best of Christchurch, giving readers the opportunity to
develop and celebrate their individual style in life, home and fashion. A monthly
publication, Style is presented on high-grade gloss stock with a hard cover.
Delivered flow-wrapped to top real estate value homes around Christchurch,
Style targets readers with a high disposable income. Designed to inspire,
Style has a lengthy shelf life that offers excellent value for your advertising choice.
March marks the transition of summer to the autumn season, in which we begin
to prepare our wardrobes and homes for the looming colder months. It’s an
exciting issue for fashion and interiors with a sneak peek at the latest trends. I
especially love seeing the stunning autumn colours filling the stores.
In this issue of Style, we speak with the amazing Josh Emett and Fleur Caulton,
owners of Madam Woo, about their experiences in Malaysia and how they
research the flavours for their scrumptious menu.
In our report we encourage you to think a little more about some of the
world’s most powerful people. The road to success is never easy, and these five
superpowers show us that with determination you can move mountains.
Our home section showcases a beautiful abode in Fendalton, designed by
CoLab Architecture. The sharp lines and striking black cedar of this home are
sure to stop you in your tracks.
With a new season, we often take a moment to re-think our interiors. Enjoy
our focus on kitchen styles, which will help you break down the options.
Our fashion section takes you from the diet of superstar couple Gisele
Bündchen and Tom Brady, to the hottest trans-season trends. Get lost in the
romance with our fashion edit that showcases some of the latest looks for
both men and women, and keep your little ones on point with our latest news
in Junior.
We rediscover the Hawke’s Bay, and indulge in some of the country’s best
wine and food, too.
Are you a sugar addict? Get some tips and tricks from Elly McGuinness on how
to break the habit. Then, awake feeling beautiful after a rested sleep in which
luxurious overnight face masks do the hard work for you.
The Christchurch Star Company Ltd is not responsible for any actions taken on the information in these
articles. The information and views expressed in this publication are not necessarily the opinion of The
Christchurch Star Company Ltd or its editorial contributors. Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy
of the information within this magazine, however, The Christchurch Star Company Ltd can accept no
liability for the accuracy of all the information.
Enjoy this issue of Style
Victoria Tait
EDITOR
www.style.kiwi
Facebook.com/stylechristchurch
Instagram: Style_Christchurch
CONTRIBUTOR
CHRIS WALSH is the managing director of
Treetech, which he founded in 1996. He has
worked in parts of the South Island as well as
in the United Kingdom, gaining skills in tree and
garden maintenance. View his article on the
benefits of mulching on page 42.
Watch
for our huge
ANNUAL SALE
March 10-11
Show your passion with the Soul Jewellery
EQUESTRIAN COLLECTION
Our individual equestrian-themed range of hand-crafted
sterling silver pendants, bracelets, bangles, earrings and
more. Chosen especially to reflect your passion.
Shop 38b, on the car park side of
Merivale Mall, Christchurch.
Telephone 03 356 1002
www.souljewellery.co.nz

NEW AUTUMN COLLECTION
NOW INSTORE
AND ONLINE
203 Papanui Rd, Merivale • Telephone 03 420 1220
Also available in Ballantynes
www.wallacecotton.com

6 Style | inside word
inside word
FIND.
Take your shopping to the next level with Westfield
Ricarton’s in-house styling team, who offer a range of services
from a free 15-minute style consultation, to workshops, colour
consultations and shopping tours. In two or three hours, one
of their stylists can assess your body shape, style, colouring and
budget, then take you to the right stores to try on the right
pieces, taking the stress out of trying to find that perfect outfit.
Portfolio Model Agency has moved back to Cashel Street.
During 24 years of business, Portfolio has enjoyed some
great key locations within the city. Pre-quake the agency was
situated for seven years in Cashel Mall. The new location, Unit
6/275 Cashel Street, has lots of space, a catwalk, chic white
walls with pops of red, designer furniture, a hanging vertical
garden as well as a spacious private outdoor courtyard.
EXPERIENCE.
Preview the Jane Daniels Winter 2017 collection at a special
event that supports Aviva (formerly Christchurch Women’s
Refuge). A World of Inspiration will not only showcase the
Russian-inspired garments, but include canapés and wine, jazz,
goodie bags, and a charity auction. Held on April 6 at the
Hagley Park Oval, tickets are $85 from avivafamilies.org.nz.
The golf course at Cape Kidnappers in Hawke’s Bay is on
our must-book list. Designed by legendary golf architect Tom
Doak, the Cape Kidnappers par 71 golf course measures 7119
yards (6510 metres) and will challenge golfers of all skill levels.
The course offers spectacular views and has been hailed as
one of the great modern marvels in golf. The rustic clubhouse
makes the experience all the more alluring, complete with its
own pro golf shop.
HAPPY, RELAXED LIVING
sula cushion
tetra cushion
mr fox cushion
mono box glass vase
dragonfly pink clock
homestore
talo salad bowl
talo mug
curtains + blinds + cushions + wallpaper + fabric + furniture + bedlinen + homewares + gifts
1027 Ferry Road + www.casualandcountry.co.nz + 03. 384 4880 + Email. store@casualandcountry.co.nz
p. 03. 595 2428
w. www.ten27.co.nz
e. enquiries@ten27.co.nz
1027 ferry road, ferrymead
ten27BAR
COFFEE EATERY
Open morning, noon & night
serving breakfast, lunch, dinner,
dessert & everything in between

Taking care of business
6 Meeting rooms | Ample free parking | Superior service | Innovative catering
Modern decor | Daily delegate rate
Latest AV equipment including SMART kapp whiteboards
Meetings | Conferences | Seminars | Cocktail Parties | Private Dinners | Presentations
50 Park Terrace
P 03 371 0255 | E conferences@thegeorge.com
www.thegeorge.com

8 Style | inside word
inside word
INDULGE.
We’ve recently tried and loved the Infrared Sauna at Total
Body Concepts. This relatively new craze hit the headlines
recently when Lady Gaga took to Instagram posing for a photo
in her personal infrared sauna, claiming that it was the cure to
her ongoing chronic pain. We can confirm the sauna makes
you feel completely relaxed and detoxed – a must try. Other
health benefits include: it removes toxins and mineral waste
from the body, burns calories and controls weight, clears
cellulite, relieves pain, improves the immune system, increases
blood circulation and strengthens the cardiovascular system, as
well as aiding in relaxation by reducing stress and fatigue.
Dermalogica has released a new product, Daily Superfoliant:
Multi-Tasking Anti-Pollution to the market with the addition
of magical charcoal. Proven to deeply detox the skin. This
redevelopment has upped the ante of what was already a
great product.
Get your hands on some new divine products launched by
Mecca, we love the bareMinerals’ GenNude Buttercream
lip-gloss. Available in both matte and gloss, it can take you
from day to night without having to alter your look.
EAT.
The popular eatery Maison des Crêpes from The Colombo has
opened a second store in Christchurch. The location is the newly
developed Carlton Courts, corner of Bealey Avenue and Papanui
Road. Specialising in delicious French crêpes and ranging from sweet
to savoury, there is something to tantalise everyone’s taste buds.
Get ready to feel retro as the Sun Dog Diner has also opened
in the Carlton Courts with a menu that is described as ‘rock-n-roll
gourmet comfort food’. You are guaranteed to have a good time.
Tucked away on High Street is Josh Emett and Fleur Caulton’s
latest Madam Woo, which has finally landed in Christchurch. The
menu is a flavour explosion with a modern twist on authentic
Malaysian cuisine.
Summer is
all about
relaxing.
Right up ‘til the
moment you break
your glasses.
Isn’t it time you freed yourself
from the burden of relying on
glasses or contact lenses and
opened your eyes to a simpler
way of looking at things?
Call us today for a
FREE ASSESSMENT
Phone 0800 527371
or visit www.laservision.co.nz
SINCE 1997

10 Style | save the date
save
the date
MaRCh | 2017
18th id dunedin fashion week
MarCh 18-26
eMail your evenTs To
victoria.tait@starmedia.kiwi
1-31
The Grand Café hiGh Tea
three tiers of delicious treats prepared for
you by the on-site pastry team. Serving up
stylish decadence, 11am until 5pm.
The Grand Café, Christchurch Casino
1 MarCh-30 June
enChanTed Garden exhibiTion
Jenny Gillies’ seasonal collections of these
acclaimed botanical “works of art” are
inspired by the beautiful surroundings of the
Christchurch Botanic Gardens.
Kiosk Gallery, Christchurch botanic
Gardens
3-4
PePPa PiG Muddy Puddles live
Watch the cult children’s show come to
life with a full cast of life-size characters
including Peppa, George, Mummy and
daddy. Suitable for children of all ages.
isaac Theatre royal
9
Pixies
touring New Zealand in celebration of their
latest album, Head Carrier.
horncastle arena
7-11
The MiKado
this famous comic opera transports us to
modern-day Japan, where harajuku fashion,
mobile phones and hello Kitty rule.
isaac Theatre royal
11
hoKiTiKa Wildfoods fesTival
Not for the faint-hearted, this festival will take
your taste buds on an unusual yet specular
journey of wild treats.
hokitika
15-18
sWalloW
Swallow is a deeply optimistic play
performed by Christchurch independent
theatre group a Little Box at the top
Of the Stairs. the play is about the
possibilities of connection between
individuals.
Gloucester room, isaac Theatre royal
17
Crusaders v blues
aMi stadium
18-26
18Th id dunedin fashion WeeK
emerge yourself in eight days of fashion
and view new designs from Stolen
Girlfriends Club, NOM*d, Carlson, Mild-
Red, Charmaine Reveley, Company of
Strangers as well as emerging designers
from around the globe.
dunedin Central station
19
sTar CiTy2surf WiTh MiKe Pero
real esTaTe
Get ready to walk, jog, or run! the 14km
starts at 9am from Pioneer Stadium’s
Centennial Park, while the Sport
Canterbury 6km starts at 10am, from
hansen Park, Opawa. Both follow the
Heathcote river to finish at Ferrymead
Playing Fields. Entry $25, from Pak’n Save,
New World, The Athletes Foot, YMCA.
www.city2surf.co.nz
24
Crusaders v forCe
aMi stadium
7-9 aPril
The food shoW
don’t miss special guest annabel
Langbein’s demonstrations in the Cooking
theatre as well as a host of other
celebrated Kiwi chefs. Sample delicious
food and drinks and discover the latest
trends.
horncastle arena
the food show
aPril 7-9

k
-26

12 STYLE | hotspot
HOTSPOT
Champs-Elysées Day Spa
The old-world charm of this historic building makes
surrendering to an experience of luxurious pampering all
the more enjoyable. From decadent facials and massages, to
gloriously restorative body treatments, the Pure Paradise Spa
Retreat tops the must-try list. Leave your stresses at the door
and embark on a journey of relaxation and pure pampering.
110 Papanui Road, Merivale
Christchurch
03 365 3630
spa@champs-elysees.co.nz

STYLE | hotspot 13
Face Value
From time to time we all need a little extra maintenance, but
finding the right practitioner can be challenging. The cosmetic
medical clinic Face Value has become a well-known name
in the industry due to Dr Frost’s significant experience and
expertise in non-surgical facial rejuvenation procedures. From
dermal fillers and lip enhancement to hydration therapy, Face
Value is a destination for enhanced beauty.
110 Papanui Road, Merivale,
Christchurch
03 363 8810
info@facevalue.co.nz

14 Style | interview
from the streets
of malaysia
Victoria Tait speaks with Josh Emett and Fleur Caulton about their
passion for food, travel and how Malaysia has captured their taste buds.

Style | interview 15
Josh Emett and Fleur Caulton are the creators of Queenstown’s famous restaurant Rata, as well as Madam Woo – the Malaysian hawker
restaurant with dining establishments in Queenstown, Auckland, Dunedin, Hamilton, and, as of last month, Christchurch. Of all cuisines in the
world, I was interested to know, what it was about Malaysian food that has inspired the pair and how do Josh and Fleur go about creating
the flavours on their menu.

Land Land size size
Land size Bedroom Bedroom
Garage Garage
Garage
Bedroom Bathroom Bathroom
Carport Carport
Carport
BathroomLounge
Lounge
Car pad Car pad
Lounge Land size Dining Dining
Garage
Boat Boat pad pad
Car pad
Bedroom Toilet Dining
Toilet
Carport
Pool Pool
Boat pad
Bathroom Shower Shower
Toilet
Car pad
Tennis Tennis court court
Pool
Land size
Lounge Study Shower Garage Study
Tennis court
1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 6 6 7 7 8 8 9 9 10 10 11 11 12 12 13 13 14 14
Bedroom
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Dining StudyCarport
Bathroom
Toilet
Shower Car pad
Lounge
Study
Boat pad
Dining
Pool
Toilet
Shower
Tennis court
1 2Boat pad 3 4Pool
5 Tennis court 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Study
Land Land size size
Land size Bedroom Bedroom
Garage Garage
Garage
Bedroom Bathroom Bathroom
Carport Carport
Carport
BathroomLounge
Lounge
Car pad Car pad
Lounge Land size Dining Dining
Garage
Boat Boat pad pad
Car pad
Bedroom Toilet Dining
Toilet
Carport
Pool Pool
Boat pad
Bathroom Shower Shower
Toilet
Car pad
Tennis Tennis court court
Pool
Land size
Study Garage
Lounge Shower
Study
Tennis court
1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 6 6 7 7 8 8 9 9 10 10 11 11 12 12 13 13 14 14
Bedroom
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Carport
Dining Study
Bathroom
Car pad
Shower
Lounge
Boat pad
Dining
Pool
Toilet
Tennis court
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Boat pad
Pool
Tennis court
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Toilet
Study
Shower
Study
16 Style | interview
JOSH
Why did you choose Malaysian Food?
I’ve always had a love of malaysian food. the difference with madam
Woo is we try to focus on traditional dishes. We don’t try to
westernise versions of fusion or mixed Asian cuisine. [those at madam
Woo] are the best possible versions of malaysian dishes. the way the
team do this is by travelling over to malaysia and experiencing as much
of the culture and food as possible. Jane Leon, who is malaysian born,
has been with us since the beginning and travelled over with us. When
we get there we eat as much food as possible! We have a trip coming
up soon with 10 of our chefs going.
What is one of your most favourite dishes?
Nasi lemak. this is a very traditional dish; malaysia’s national dish. there
are a lot of variations, but most include coconut rice, sambal, peanuts,
egg, cucumber. the best way to eat it is to mix it all together. It’s
absolutely delicious. It’s a dish you can eat any time of day. If you turn
up at someone’s house, they probably will have nasi lemak ready. At
hawker stalls, you’ll find it wrapped in banana leaf. Once I stopped at a
truck stop on the way to Penang, we stood in line, and there were only
four left – I was absolutely devastated that I missed out.
What do you love most about travelling to Malaysia?
It’s all about the food. Life in malaysia is based around the food, it’s
so well celebrated. they are so fanatical about certain dishes they will
travel from place to place to get certain dishes.
How do you define the flavours you use?
We’ll go and try the same dish in about five different places and really
try to knuckle down what they do differently – is it the temperature of
the wok? We are pretty organised; we have a big list of places to go and
people on the ground who will take us to exactly where we need to go.
F
W
C
n
a
w
W
fl
I
c
i
W
M
E
i
a
w
W
W
t
r
j
H
M
m
w
m
e
3
NO. 13 HARCOURTS NEW ZEALAND 2012-2013
AUCTION
AUCTION
850m
4
2
1
2.5
850m
4
2
1
2.5
850m 4 4
850m
2 2
4
1 1
2
850m
2.5 2.5
1 2.5
4
2
1
2.5
850m 4 4
850m
2 2
4
1 1
2
850m
2.5 2.5
1 2.5
4
2
1
2.5
Phone 03 352 6166 or 027 220 6565
deb.harvey@harcourtsgold.co.nz
471 Papanui Road, Christchurch
LICENSED AGENT REAA 2008
OVER
$230 MILLIO N IN
H A R C O U R T S
SALES
G O L D

FlEuR
What is your favourite dish on the menu, and why?
Char kway teow is my favourite dish on the menu with prawns, rice
noodles and lap cheong (traditional Chinese pork sausage). It is such
a tasty, satisfying dish and something I always love eating on the street
when in malaysia. madam Woo does an amazing version of this dish.
Style | interview 17
Why have you chosen Malaysian food? What was it about the
flavours?
I simply love Asian food of any sort. malaysian cuisine is such a varied
cuisine with Chinese, Indian and Nonya all in the same place. It is a very
interesting cuisine, influenced by its neighbouring countries.
What are your favourite places to eat, shop and experience in
Malaysia?
Every time we go to Malaysia I find something new to like. I prefer to be
in the villages rather than big cities. every place has a different version of
a national dish, so we are always discovering new flavours. To be honest,
when I am there I don’t shop I just eat, which is a great job to have.
What do you think we could learn from Malaysian culture?
We can learn a lot from malaysian culture and especially their cuisine.
they love to combine textures and contrast savoury with sweet in a
range of their traditional dishes. Some of these flavours and pairings are
just delicious, and I think they resonate well with New Zealand palates.
How is Madam Woo a different experience from a traditional
Malaysian restaurant?
madam Woo food is very authentic and traditional. most of the food
we serve can be found anywhere in malaysia; we just serve it in a more
modern, funky environment with fun, fast service to create a whole
experience.
SALE
145 victoria street / 03 3667300 / belleinteriors.co.nz

f
a
t
V
1
a
w
P
r
r
P
P
e
N
5
the WORlD’S
most
powerful
PeOPle
Every year, Forbes magazine releases its list of the
world’s most powerful people. Here are some
surprising facts about the top five.
WORDS Victoria tait
t
h
h
s
c
V
P
N
a
E
S
V
r
e
c
Donald trump

there is close to 7.4 billion humans on the planet yet Forbes magazine
has named only 74 people as the world’s most powerful. the list
has a mix of the old world meets new and shows in the popularity
stats that conservativism is close to modernism, with Donald trump
coming in second and Pope Francis following firmly behind in fifth.
VlaDimiR Putin
President of russia
Net Worth: USD$200 billion
age: 64
Education: Doctor of Jurisprudence,
Saint Petersburg State University
Vladimir Putin is the world’s most powerful person for four years
running. Russia’s president has exerted his country’s influence in nearly
every corner of the globe; he has gained a name as a leader who
continues to get what he wants.
Born in Saint Petersburg (then known as leningrad), Putin came
from humble beginnings. his father was a conscript in the Soviet navy
and his mother a factory worker. he is the youngest of three boys,
two of whom sadly died before his birth (albert died in infancy, and
Viktor died of diphtheria during the Siege of leningrad).
Putin studied law at the leningrad State university, graduating in
1975. He then became a KGB foreign intelligence officer for 16 years
and rose to the rank of lieutenant Colonel before retiring in 1991,
when he entered politics. Moving to Moscow in 1996, Putin joined
President Boris Yeltsin’s administration and rose quickly through the
ranks to become acting President on 31 December 1999.
throughout his career, Putin has received a large amount of
recognition for his position and influence. In 2007, he was the Time
Person of the Year. In 2015, he was first on the Time’s Most Influential
People list. Forbes ranked him the World’s most Powerful individual
every year from 2013 to 2016.
In 2017, the International Business Times ranked Putin’s net worth at
No. 1 in the world, at approximately USD$200 billion.
1 2
DOnalD tRumP
Vladimir Putin
the 45th President of the United States
Net Worth: USD$4.5 billion
age: 70
Education: Bachelor of arts / Science,
University of Pennsylvania
love him or loathe him, american businessman and television
personality Donald trump is now the 45th President of the united
States and the first billionaire to assume this position.
Born in Queens, new York, trump’s father is of German ancestry
and mother Scottish. his grandparents were immigrants from
Kallstadt, Germany. his father, who became a new York City real
estate developer, was born in the Bronx and his mother emigrated to
new York, where she worked as a maid from her birthplace of tong,
lewis, Scotland.
trump’s career in real estate started by working for his father, who
developed low-cost housing across Brooklyn and Queens. With a
keen eye for expansion, trump expanded into manhattan, which
strongly developed the business. he then entered into branding and
licensing after his business was nearly wiped out in the real estate
crash of the early 1990s.
Trump has built, renovated, and managed numerous office towers,
hotels, casinos, and golf courses. he previously owned both the miss
uSa and miss universe pageants and hosted The Apprentice, a reality
television series on nBC.
With a net worth of uSD$4.5 billion, he has also been listed by
Forbes as the 324th wealthiest person in the world and 113th richest
in the united States.

20 Style | report
3
angela
anGela meRKel
chancellor, Germany
age: 62
Education: Master of Science,
Leipzig University;
Doctorate, Leipzig University
angela merkel was born angela Dorothea Kasner in 1954, in
hamburg, West Germany. her father horst Kasner was a native of
Berlin and a lutheran pastor, while her Polish-born mother herlind
(née Jentzsch) was a teacher of english and latin. She has two younger
siblings; brother marcus Kasner, a physicist, and sister irene Kasner, an
occupational therapist.
Previously a research scientist with a doctorate in physical chemistry,
merkel entered politics in the revolutions of 1989. Since then she has
become known for her consistent priorities to strengthen transatlantic
economic relations, playing a crucial role in managing the financial
crisis at a european and international level. She’s revered for her
government’s approach to the ongoing migrant crisis, enabling more
than one million migrants to enter Germany in recent years.
merkel has twice been named the world’s second-most powerful
person by Forbes; the highest ranking ever achieved by a woman. in
May 2016, Merkel was named the most powerful woman in the world
for a record tenth time by Forbes.
Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin
and angela merkel
merkel Xi Jinping
Pope Francis
X
G
a
c
E
D
R
f
C
t
o
s
c
C
a
d
1
m
t
i
i
S
L
r

Colour (Vector Gradient)
4
Xi JinPinG
General Secretary, communist Party, china
age: 63
citizenship: china
Education: Bachelor of arts / Science, tsinghua University;
Doctor of Jurisprudence, tsinghua University
Referred to as China’s ‘Paramount leader’, Xi Jinpin holds the
following positions: General Secretary of the Communist Party of
China, President of the People’s Republic of China, and Chairman of
the Central military Commission. in other words, he holds the top
offices of the party and the military, in addition to being the head of
state. Jinping’s rise to power was a winding road, to say the least.
Jinping’s father held a series of political posts, including propaganda
chief, vice-premier, and vice-chairman of the national People’s
Congress. When Jinping was 10, his father was purged from the Party
and sent to work in a factory in Luoyang, Henan, and later jailed
during the Cultural Revolution. Without the protection of his father, a
15-year-old Jinping was sent to work in Yanchuan County, Shaanxi, in
mao Zedong’s Down to the Countryside movement.
Jinping went on to study chemical engineering at Beijing’s prestigious
tsinghua university from 1975-1979. he later furthered his education
in 1998-2002, studying Marxist philosophy and ideological education
in a postgraduate programme at the School of humanities and Social
Sciences, at tsinghua university. he then obtained a Doctor of
Law (LLD) degree, covering fields of law, politics, management, and
revolutionary history.
5
POPe FRanCiS
Bishop of rome, roman catholic church
age: 80
citizenship: Vatican city State
Pope Francis (Jorge Mario Bergoglio by birth) is the 266th and current
Pope of the Roman Catholic Church. he is the spiritual leader to
nearly one-sixth of the world’s population, i.e. 1.3 billion people.
his father, mario Bergoglio, was an italian immigrant accountant,
whose family left Italy in 1929, to escape the fascist rule of Benito
mussolini. his mother, Regina Sívori, was a housewife born in Buenos
aires to a family of northern italian (Piedmontese-Genoese) origin.
in his early years, he attended the technical secondary school
Escuela Técnica Industrial N° 27 Hipólito Yrigoyen where he
graduated with a chemical technician’s diploma. He worked briefly
as a chemical technologist and nightclub bouncer and cleaner
before beginning seminary studies. For three years he studied at the
archdiocesan seminary, Inmaculada Concepción Seminary, in Villa
Devoto, Buenos aires, where he then entered the Society of Jesus as
a novice on 11 march, 1958. Bergoglio has mentioned before that, as
a young seminarian, he had a crush on a girl that he had met and briefly
reconsidered continuing his religious career.
Bergoglio officially became a Jesuit on 12 March, 1960, when he
took the perpetual vows of poverty, chastity and obedience. In 1969,
he was ordained a Catholic priest. he became the archbishop of
Buenos Aires in 1998, and later in 2001, he was created a cardinal by
Pope John Paul ii.
Pope Francis has made it his personal mission to transform the
conservative image of the Catholic Church. His major action in
November 2016, was when he gave priests the power to forgive
women who undergo abortions. he has also been an advocate for
climate change reform and better management of the global
refugee crisis.

W
a
d
i
P
g
“
d
b
d
22 Style | home
SIMPLY
a
h
d
m
p
BEAUTIFUL
Standing pride of place on its corner site, this design was
all about reimagining the traditional family home.
WordS LUcI MorrIS PhotograPhY chArLIE JAckSon

While at its essence architecture is about providing shelter, warmth
and a functional living space, it is also about eliciting a response.
driven by the ethos that architecture should be ‘visually powerful,
intellectually elegant and above all timeless’ tobin Smith and Blair
Paterson of CoLab architecture are producing results that are
getting people talking.
“Whether you love it or hate it, getting feedback means we have
done our job,” laughs tobin.
Emerging from a long-standing friendship the collaboration
between these two talented designers resulted in a design firm
destined to forge its own way in our post-quake city.
“right from the start we knew we wanted be part of the new
architectural language of Christchurch and reference what the city
has lost through a new style of building,” tobin says.
Nestled on a prominent Fendalton site, one of their most recent
designs embodies exactly that. While embracing their characteristic
minimal palette of natural, honest materials, at a closer look the
property reveals it is a new take on the traditional family home.

24 Style | home
For homeowner and builder Blaine horton the brief was simple:
create something unique while reworking the typical family home.
“there is beauty to be found in simplicity,” enthuses tobin, “and this
was an opportunity to showcase that. our focus was on not being too
complex, or shape making for the sake of it. But rather to pull back the
ideas and achieve a timeless end result.”
From the street, the two-storey gabled form, with its single level
adjoining pavilion, ignites a sense of familiarity, drawing on the ’60s
and ’70s modernist style of architecture that dotted pre-quake
Christchurch.
Part of the success on the exterior is the uninterrupted lines of the
vertical cedar paneling across both the home and the garage. “the
cladding over the garage is flush mounted,” explains Tobin. A design
decision that transforms a mundane, essential component of the home,
into something beautiful.
While inside the simplicity of the design continues, there is no
disguising that the home is something special. Welcomed into a double
height, voluminous entry you are enveloped in a light, bright interior –
in total contrast to outside.
“It is a nice surprise,” offers tobin. “there is a sense of connection
achieved between inside and out, with the black cedar paneling running
the length of the entry and up the stairwell, but this is off-set by the
contrast of the white living space and windows out to the garden.”
Breaking the mass of the house, the entry provides a beautiful
connection between inside and out, and also between the upper
and lower levels with a custom-made floating staircase leading to the
master suite and two of the three double bedrooms.
Painted resene Black-White, the interior colour palette is simple in
its offering, but vast in its appeal with, once again, a sense of elegance
and timelessness drawing you in. running the length of the gabled
pavilion is the heart of the home, the open-plan kitchen/living/dining
area. Essential to family life the large space effortlessly acts as one, while
is also seamlessly able to function as individual spaces with a considered
lighting plan working to provide definition.
Breaking down the requirements of a traditional family home, tobin
and Blair recognised the need for privacy when it came to family
bedrooms (all discreetly tucked away on the upper level) and multiple
living spaces.
the southern side of the home (located behind the garage) is single
storey in its form and houses a formal living area and guest bedroom.
this wing of the home brings a sense of longevity to the livability of the
home, with the second living area providing scope for a growing family,
and the guest bedroom and bathroom the option for an alternate
master should the stairs become too much.
Brighten your
home with
decorative glass
Splashbacks
Bench tops & side
Bathrooms
Windows & mirrors
58 Fitzgerald Ave | Ph: 338 3733
ajcreativeglass.co.nz
We’re the
business
behind doors
We’re the
business
behind doors
Address: 20 Dakota 20 Cres, Dakota Wigram Cres Wigram
Phone: 3841113
1113
Email: sales@iddoors.co.nz
Website: www.iddoors.co.nz

Style | home 25

26 Style | home
“It also allowed us to create multiple
outdoor living areas which were
protected from the wind and
captured the sun.” – Tobin Smith
Stepping down from the two-storeyed gable structure, this second
pavilion allows the form of the home (as seen from the street) to
continue down the property. “It also allowed us to create multiple
outdoor living areas, which were protected from the wind and
captured the sun,” explains tobin. With a morning, afternoon and
evening courtyard all crafted as destinations for al fresco dining and
entertaining, following the sun throughout the day has never been
so easy.
also in keeping with their brief for a modern family home, the
designers opted to create two kitchens in one. “the kitchen in the
living/dining area is essentially an on-show kitchen,” laughs tobin.
“With the scullery (tucked away behind) providing a working space in
which to hide the mess.”
Breaking down the scale of the traditional family home and
reorganising it into something contemporary and modern, this simple
design is a showcase of restraint and considered thinking. Paving the
way forward for a new style of architecture, for Christchurch to call
its own.

cond
o
le
d
nd
n
he
.
ce in
imple
the
call
Fireside Is The Only
Place To Be This Season,
with Edward Gibbon
Shake the rain off your umbrella, get your shoes off, the lights on and whisk
the kids and pets inside, because fireside is the only place to be this chilly
season, with the new Rinnai Evolve ® 951. Offering the same flexibility as
the Evolve 950, the Evolve 951 features a slimmer outer frame design.
The future of fire, the new
Rinnai Evolve takes your home
to the next level this winter.
Featuring clean lines and fully
adjustable heat, the new Rinnai
Evolve 951 enjoys the position
of Rinnai’s most powerful
fire yet. Design your own
aesthetics with modern burn
media or traditional logs, along
with a choice of two fascias
to complement your living
space – be it contemporary or
rustic. With a wide landscape
design and linear frame, the
new Rinnai Evolve 951 adds
a stunning modern touch to
any room. Create impact and
reflect your personal style with
two easily interchangeable burn
media options – Silky Oak
Logs or glowing River Stones –
they’ll create a look unique to
your home.
Defined by its incredible 5 Star
efficiency the Evolve keeps
both the environment and
your wallet happy. Easily and
effectively heating spaces of
up to 125m2, the Evolve 951
utilises advanced technology
to produce up to 8.1kW – so
you can enjoy the ambience
of a fire no matter what the
weather is doing outside. The
Rinnai Evolve 951 also offers
easy installation, with wheels
inbuilt on the fireplace, the
Evolve 951 can be pushed
into place after plastering and
gibstopping is completed. And
thanks to the Rinnai power flue,
you can forget about flue and
venting restrictions – the Evolve
951 is easily installed in rooms
where other gas fires wouldn’t
be an option.
Visit Edward Gibbon showrooms
for more information.
Rinnai Evolve 951
Bathroom | Kitchen | Laundry | Outdoor Heating | Space Heating | Water Heating
293 Cranford Street (Showroom), St Albans P 366 7137
75 Kingsley St, Sydenham P 366 7199
www.edwardgibbon.co.nz

28 Style | home
radice stool by Mattiazzi
olio mug by
royal doulton
stackable glasses by Menu
Tactile bowl by Menu
wine breather
by Menu
Form cake slice
by Tom dixon
stone candle holder
by Tom dixon
KEEPING THE
FocUS
The starting point of a kitchen should focus on
strong, timeless surfaces and materials like marble
and concrete. Then create layers of interest with
accessories from a wide mix of materials and
colours – think matte blacks, silvers, monochrome
fixtures and touches of wood and terracotta to
soften the overall look.
words georgina mccormack
Pure black knife
series by stelton

Investment
Wealth Creation
Needs a Plan
Lynette McFadden
Harcourts Gold Business Owner
Harcourts NZ Inspirational Women Ambassodor
It’s a commonly held belief that acquisition
of property is a means of wealth creation
if it is done correctly – what it isn’t, is a getrich-quick
scheme.
I’ve worked with individuals and syndicates who
have purchased and accumulated property in a
single-minded pursuit of building a substantial
nest egg. Some have done spectacularly well
and sit on considerable portfolios, and others
have seen their hopes and their funds depleted.
Both groups started with the same dreams and
desire, expecting to benefit from rental incomes
or increases in capital values, but there are some
significant differences in their approach.
Here’s where I’d like to share my observations
of factors that helped rather than hindered the
investment process.
A Plan
Having a specific plan as to where to purchase,
how much to invest, what would happen if
interest rates go up or if long periods of vacancy
occur, is integral to overall success.
Get a Plan A, have a back-up Plan B, and then
keep assessing it. Look at others who have
successfully managed the ups and downs of the
market and ask for tips.
Join the local property investors’ group and
use a business-like approach to the process of
developing a portfolio. Don’t listen to people
who don’t have investments (note plural: one
rental does not make an expert).
Location
Location will always dominate any real estate
discussion or decision, and this is especially
important when you are considering rentals.
Amenities, schools, recreational facilities and
good public transport add to the desirability of
a property and its rental potential. The purchase
of a small, cheap “orphan” out in the middle of
nowhere is close to pointless if you expect to
use it as part of your investment strategy – and I
have seen people purchase these – so don’t!
In Christchurch, there are numerous suburbs that
fit the bill beautifully for rental, including those
who favour a densely managed room-by-room
scenario close to the educational facilities.
Do your research, remembering that high quick
returns for university semesters might not look
so good if they are accompanied by lengthy
vacancies, irate neighbours and regular repair
bills for insufficient care of the property.
Finally, Be Pragmatic
The ‘Best Buy Ever’ will come along again
tomorrow. Be kind to tenants who treat your
property like their home; they are precious and a
little thoughtfulness from an owner goes a long
way.
And when it all goes well, pat yourself quietly on
the back. You are in the minority, no matter what
anyone else says.
“A man or woman’s home is their castle” and you
have more than one!
Inspirational Women
Introducing our
first speaker for 2017
MARY TURNBULL
ONE OF THE TOP
FEMALE CONSULTANTS
FOR HARCOURTS
WORLDWIDE 2014-2016
FROM
GRAPES TO
GREAT
ESTATES!
DATE: FRIDAY 10th MARCH
AT HINTON’S VINEYARD FUNCTION CENTRE
750A Wairakei Road, Burnside
2:30PM – 4:00PM
TICKETS INCLUDE A GLASS OF BUBBLES ON
ARRIVAL AND AFTERNOON TEA
$25 PER PERSON
tickets can be purchased from
angela.boyle@harcourtsgold.co.nz
or online at:
https://harcourts.eventsair.com/inspirationalwomen-christchurch/iw-registration-christchurch
SPONSORED BY:
TICKETS SELLING FAST
Don’t miss out, buy yours today!
PAPANUI 352 6166 International & Migrant Division (+64) 3 662 9811
REDWOOD 352 0352 • PARKLANDS 383 0406 NEW BRIGHTON 382 0043
GOLD PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 352 6454
GOLD REAL ESTATE GROUP LTD LICENSED AGENT REAA 2008 A MEMBER OF THE HARCOURTS GROUP
FOLLOW US ON...

† On in-store purchases $200 and over. Lending criteria, fees, terms and conditions apply.
Selwyn HouSe
ScHool
OPEN DAY
Monday 13 March 2017
9am - 12noon
122 Merivale Lane,
Merivale, Christchurch
If you are looking for the best bed, at the best
price come and see Steve and the team. With 20
years experience, they know beds inside out.
86 Moorhouse Ave (Open 7 Days)
Phone 03 366 1330 www.bedpost.co.nz
Offer ends 31 March 2017
WE ACCEPT Q CARD
12 Months Interest Free Available †
*Discount applies to normal ticketed price.

STYLE | home 31
WHAT’S YOUR
STYLE
?
As the heart of the home, the kitchen is a space in which your style and design tastes should
shine through. Luci Morris explores the most popular kitchen styles out there.
The kitchen is the most utilised space in the home and while functionality is essential to its success, it is also important
that it reflects you and your family. While often the design and age of your home will dictate the aesthetic you follow, there
is nothing wrong with a contrast: a contemporary kitchen can look right at home in a villa, while the warmth of a French
Country theme can offset the sharpness of an architectural design, with picture-perfect results.
What is important to remember is that when it comes to embracing a ‘style’ in your kitchen, there is no right or wrong
option. Like your interior design and even your wardrobe, it is about discovering a look you love and embracing it.

•
Registered Master Builders House of the Year
Canterbury
•
•
Registered Master Builders House of the Year
Canterbury
•
•
Registered Master Builders House of the Year
Canterbury
•
32 STYLE | home
TrAdiTionAl
TrAdiTionAl
Wood is a defining material of this style with timber cabinetry at its
core. Comfortable and warm, this is a look that we are all familiar
with as homeliness is essential to its success. Traditional kitchens
usually boast a corner feature making the parts of the kitchen look
like individual pieces of furniture as opposed to cohesive units.
The KiWi KiTchen
While internationally we may not have forged an aesthetic
synonymous with the title ‘a Kiwi kitchen’, the way in which we use
our kitchens is uniquely ours. Over the years we have modified
Italian al fresco dining, shaping it into something of our own. The
proximity of our kitchens to our barbecues and outdoor living areas
has become an integral part of our architecture and our kitchen
designs often reflect this.
CounTry
Similar in look and feel to a traditional aesthetic, a country-style
kitchen takes detail to a greater level. Whether you prefer a French
provincial flair, English country chintz, or a rural farmhouse design,
characteristics of the country kitchen include a painted finish on
grooved cabinetry, detailed mouldings and an oversized oven or
AGA. Soft neutrals and timber, work effortlessly together to achieve
this look, and you can’t go past a butler’s sink.
s
w
a
d
i
c
e
D
a
h
i
b
C
t
e
FrenCH CounTry
KiWi KiTchen
ConTemporAry
Not so long ago the contemporary kitchen was all about curves
and soft edges, then we moved towards a preference for angular,
sharper lines, before curves came back into fashion. Now the
contemporary kitchen is about embracing a combination of textures
to achieve an air of drama and sophistication. Think brushed
metal tapware, paired with glossy cabinetry behind which hide the
appliances. Streamlined, uncluttered and linear. Touches of wood
bring warmth, and lighting is often used to highlight an architectural
element rather than just for ambience or function. The modern
or contemporary kitchen boasts up-to-date colours and materials,
state-of-the-art appliances and the latest design features on the
market. It is a look that can date quickly as trends and fads surpass
each other.
indusTriAl
The industrial kitchen has been around for a while and it is one that
works hand-in-hand with a minimalist aesthetic – so if you like to
have lots of knick-knacks on display, this style is not for you.
Designed to ignite a sense you are in an oversized commercial
sCAndinAviAn
CounTry
i
SUPREME RENOVATION
WINNER
GOLD
AWARD
2016
LOCAL
SUPREME
WINNER
2016
LOCAL
CATEGORY
WINNER
2016
Total Food
Equipment
Building your dream home or renovating? Craig Brown Construction are here to help!
Lia Sales: 0274 508 496
Craig Sites: 027 489 5359
sales@cbco.nz | www.cbco.nz
GIFTWARE HOMEWARE
COOKWARE APPLIANCES
218 Moorhouse Ave
(by Durham St bridge)
Ph: 03 366 6912 •www.tfe.co.nz

STYLE | home 33
space, the industrial kitchen is centred on raw textural beauty: brick
walls, weathered wood and concrete; paired with exposed pipes,
aged ceiling beams and oversized pendant lights. Open shelving is a
design trait linked with this style so consider bringing in a salvaged
item to achieve a sense of authenticity. Grey (of any shade) is a great
colour choice for the industrial kitchen.
eCleCTiC
Done right this style has a sense of effortless confidence, where mixand-matching
contrasting items, fittings and furnishings results in a
harmonious, personalised space. It is all about having a bit of fun. Old
items can be reused in a different way than originally designed, and
bold colours can be paired with patterned tiles or vibrant wallpaper.
Colourful appliances and accessories are a great finishing touch to
this kitchen.
indusTriAl
eCleCTiC
indusTriAl
ConTemporAry

34 Style | interiors
Embrace the Finer
Detail
A play of form and mix of
materials give this kitchen
undeniable wow factor. A
stainless bench and white brick
bond wall tiles not only evoke
an industrial element but link
the ‘front and rear kitchen’
design. The front space serves
the day-to-day needs, while
the rear provides overflow
space along with additional
prep zones, appliances and
a link to an indoor barbecue
area. Thoughtful designs turns
architectural beauty into a
practical haven.
www.facebook.com/Detail-by-
Davinia-Sutton
St
De
Ale
wit
ver
of i
ww
hEart
oF thE
homE
Cook, create and converse in your own
culinary centrepiece.
a
Thi
TriS
Sur
Gro
and
has
ma
and
col
way
dam
join
opt
in r
thic
qua
you
ww
Create Kitchen magic
The Magimix Cook Expert has been designed and assembled in France,
to satisfy the master chef at home. This thermo-cooking food processor
and mixer has 12 automatic cooking programmes with accurate induction
heating from 30-140°C. Create everything from starters through to
desserts. Available from April 3, at Ballantynes and TFE.
www.magimix.co.nz
Go Eclectic
Consider mixing and matching geometric patterns with
canisters and plateware to add on-trend interest.
www.facebook.com/shelfhomegifts

Style | interiors 35
Start the Day right
Designed by Marcel Wanders,
Alessi’s egg cup comes complete
with a stainless-steel spoon with a
very practical hammer at the end
of it.
www.smithandcaugheys.co.nz
Inspire with
International
taste
Handcrafted from premium
cast iron, the Balti dish
features a flat base for use
on the hob, and can also be
used under the grill and in the
oven. Ideal for the aromatic
curry after which it is named.
www.thecookshop.co.nz
Design for
Every Day
The flo bone china
dinnerware range
features clean modern
lines, with a strong and
durable restaurantquality
finish. Sold
as individual pieces,
it’s easy add to your
collection.
www.nood.co.nz
a Lasting Look
This gorgeous kitchen features
TriStone 100% Acrylic Solid
Surface benchtops in Milk
Grotto. Made from acrylic resin
and natural minerals, TriStone
has a non-porous surface,
making it hygienic, stain-resistant
and easy to keep clean. The
colours and patterns run all the
way through the material, so
damage is repairable. Seamless
joins give you unlimited design
options, providing flexibility
in regards to size, shape and
thickness. Discover premium
quality benchtops, made to suit
your style.
www.tristone.co.nz

36 Style | home
luxE living
PrEsidEnt donald
trumP’s First mansion
Donald Trump was only 35 when he and Ivana
purchased his starter mansion, a 2.3-hectare home
on a peninsula in Greenwich, Connecticut, for
USD$4 million. Originally built in 1939, for Robert
Hillas, president of the Superheater Company in
New York City, the 1837-square-metre Georgian
Colonial main house and guest house have eight
bedrooms, 13 baths, a three-storey rotunda foyer
with double grand staircase, formal rooms and
views of Long Island Sound. Also included is a
home theatre, putting green, multiple terraces and
patios, tennis courts and three fully-equipped staff
apartments.
Donald Trump’s former Connecticut mansion,
with its major additions, 2.4 waterfront hectares
and a private boat dock, could be yours for a mere
USD$45 million.
KEEPing thE timE
Rolex has been forever paving the way by creating
timepieces that are not only beautiful but also supremely
robust – they were creators of the first ever waterproof
wristwatch in 1926. Now they are introducing the new
Rolex’s Calibre 3255 that has reinventing timekeeping
making it twice as precise as an official chronometer. The
new Calibre also possesses a three-day power reserve,
very rare in wrist watches. In layman’s terms, this means
the clock will continue to keep its time from a Friday
through a Monday, even if it’s not worn or wound.
dEsignEr Flooring
We love the new collection of rugs by Ted Baker.
Made in The Netherlands and crafted with wool
and tencel blend, the abstract designs and artistic
feel add a touch of style to any room, with rich
tones bringing a welcome pop of colour. Now
available at David Jones.

Style | home 37
Show homeS
MAkING DeSIGN CHOICeS eASY
Peter Ray Homes
Christchurch and greater Canterbury have a wide selection
of quality show homes that make shopping for your new
home a breeze.
There are many things to
think about when you’re
considering building a new
home. Browsing show homes
is a fantastic way to get you
thinking about practicalities,
needs, aesthetics and your
wish list!
Bainbridge Homes
Access lock speciAlists
KABA E-FLASH
INTRODUCING – KABA E-FLASH 680
Your locAl lock, keY And sAfe speciAlists.
electronic securitY for the home
The battery operated Kaba E-Flash makes digital door locking a reality for homes &
apartments, combining an intuitive, simple to set up and use product with a modern, high
tech design to enhance your entry door. The lock can be operated by; Card, PIN Codes or
remote control.
Features:
• Designed for new or retro-fit installations to timber
doors, or aluminium doors with minimum 100mm
wide stiles. (Retro-fit installations are dependent on
what existing hardware has been installed)
• Accepts up to 100 Cards, 10 PIN Codes and 8
optional Remote Controls
• Protected by; anti break-in/damage alarm protection,
wrong try lockout and scramble code option.
• Powered by 4 x AA alkaline batteries
• Unlock override: External emergency battery or
mechanical key
• Finish; black with silver trim
• RFID; ISO 14443 A Type, 13.56Mhz
RRP $709.00 incl GST
INTRODUCTORY OFFER $639.00
Available until 31st March, 2017
Locked out? BurgLed?
CALL US 0800 KEYLESS (539537)
24 Hour
Emergency
Service
WARMER
HEALTHIER
LOWER BILLS
NO GIMMICKS,
SIMPLY A BETTER HOME
Find out more at our
inspiring showhomes:
204 Main North Road, Christchurch
Mon-Sun 12-4pm
51 Vernon Drive, Te Whariki, Lincoln
Sat-Sun 12-4pm
New showhome opening soon
in Highsted!
Ange brought
her favourite
orange lights to us
So we worked with her
to build a colour palette
around them.
170 Waterloo Road, Hornby l Phone: 344 5959 l Fax: 344 5969
Email: sales@accesslocks.co.nz l www.accesslocks.co.nz
Show room open: 8am – 5pm Monday – Friday. 9am - 12pm Saturday.
Start your own story
03 348 1994
www.peterrayhomes.co.nz

32 STYLE | home
CREATING
LANDSCAPE
SCULPTURE
Anne Hudson speaks with sculptor Rebecca Rose.
SCANDINAVIAN
Mike Pero Real Estate Cashmere
Westmorland, Hoon Hay and Hillmorton
Call now for a no obligation FREE appraisal | 0508 CASHMERE | 03 423 9862
Mike Pero Real Estate Ltd Licensed REAA (2008)
Samanatha Coe
027 635 8463
Alan Ray
021 038 8397
Shady Attia
021 021 69996
Lindsay Welch
0508 645 373
Marilyn Welch
0800 539 832
Nienke Podmore
021 067 8568
Lorraine Sheard
027 498 4393
Dale Roche
029 2600 555

Brought up in rural Marlborough, Rebecca Rose lives and works in
Titirangi, Auckland, and her work is represented throughout New
Zealand and internationally. Rose began her career as a landscape
designer, but subsequently studied sculpture, blending her knowledge
and interest of the landscape with her new artistic path. Her talents
are now securely within that field.
Her first works were figurative, often made of concrete. Rose had
an interest in the cycles of life and developed work based on the
passing of her grandmother. Government House in Wellington bought
part of her group, Gathering, an aptly named and placed work for this
public space.
More recently Rose has been working with metal, creating
landscape sculpture, which resonates in meaning with the natural
environment. She takes her inspiration from nature, be it a walk along
the beach or through the forest. Rose feels a strong interconnection
with all things in nature and mankind and seeks to express this in
her work. Her work is not dark or full of hidden concepts but light,
accessible in meaning and form, provoking interest and contemplation.
Modern engineering technologies of software design and laser
cutting have allowed artists scope to create larger metal pieces with
seemingly intricate patterns with accuracy impossible by hand. More
and more artists are using a collaboration of the computer and the
laser cutter to produce complex forms in materials from paper to
metal. Rose incorporates this technology in some of her work. She
can create models of work to show a prospective client or to submit
an idea for a show, such as the Bondi Sculpture by the Sea.
INDUSTRIAL
Repeated patterns found in natural forms or tessellated
mathematical shapes are able to executed: branching tree designs, leaf
growth can be cut in varying shapes and sizes. Rose is fascinated with
the hidden meta-physics and mathematical patterns found in nature,
repeated patterns found from the smallest cellular structure to the
universe. Computer-aided designs can aid the production of these.
The final piece, however, still requires skill and dexterity of
additional forming and welding, but it does allow artists and craftsmen
a new and exciting medium. The success of the work is in the design
and resolution of the final piece. A fine example of this is Sea Whirl, a
large circular disc hanging from a tree branch where the wind and light
create an aesthetic dance.
Part of Rose’s philosophy is a desire for interaction with her
work. Her recent work Sea Anemone, bought for Cottesloe Beach,
near Perth, Australia, is six metres in diameter. Sea Anemone
demonstrates Rose’s versatility as an artist. The subject matter is
relevant to the site, and the construction also takes the site into
consideration. It is made of painted hand-pulled tubular steel, designed
and engineered to withstand the rigours of a busy public beach. Rose
particularly enjoys the sight of children playing on and around this
playful work.
Rebecca Rose wishes to spread love and joy through her work
and does so through the careful design and execution of sophisticated
pieces that grace both public and private domains. She has shown
her work throughout New Zealand and nearby at Art in a Garden,
Flaxmere, Hawarden.
Solving Storage
Problems?
We have been designing
products & solving
problems for New
Zealand homeowners
for more than forty
years.
CALL TODAY FOR A FREE
MEASURE & QUOTE
929 0090 / MALLIAS.CO.NZ

40 Style | rebuild
WHAT THe ARCHITeCT
WAS THINKING – Maybe!
Richard Dalman gives us the answers to last month’s quiz and a further
insight into Christchurch architecture.
Did you take up my challenge last month and
test your observational skills of Christchurch’s
architecture? The design of many buildings are
inspired by their location, sense of purpose or
clever ideas – let’s check how many answers
you got right.
The JB’s Discounter on the corner of Hills
Road and Dudley Street has been designed as
a “bag of lollies” – very appropriate for a dairy.
Knox Plaza in Victoria Street was conceived as
a ribbon that wraps around to form an internal
courtyard. I like how this looks like a small
village of buildings and positively relates to
Knox Church next door.
The louvres on the Young Hunter building
in Victoria Street are fixed horizontally to
the north as that is better to shade the sun
when it is high in the sky to the north, and the
vertical louvres facing the street work better
when the sun is lower to the west.
I remember the late Paul Holmes and the
architect of the Christchurch Casino, Bill
Gregory, discussing at the opening how the
building had been designed as an erupting
volcano – take a look at the entrance next
time you visit!
The BreakFree Hotel on Cashel Street
(formerly Hotel So) has louvres that are
painted yellow on one side and orange on the
other. This gives the impression of the building
changing colour as you walk by. When you are
front-on to the building the louvres are almost
invisible!
The 11 concrete fins on the new Salvation
Army Building represent the Army’s 11 Articles
of Faith.
The award-winning building that features
cut-out ceiling panels that create dappled light
shadows is the ilex building in the Botanic
Gardens.
While the cardboard tubes appear to hold
up the roof of the Transitional (Cardboard)
Cathedral, it is actually the LVL timber beams
hidden within them that provide much of
the structure. Apparently, the thickness of
the cardboard in the tubes available in New
Zealand was too thin, unlike other cardboard
tubes that the architect, Shigeru Ban, has used
for similar post-disaster projects around the
world.
It is the regional lounge at the Christchurch
International Airport that has been described
as follows: “The folded form of the ceiling finds
its origins in the Southern Alps which are a
backdrop, the large timber truss represents the
old timber trussed bridges found throughout
the South Island, and the organic forms of the
café and bespoke seating are found along the
coastline as the forest meets the ocean with
kelp swaying at the ocean edge.” While this
may sound like a bit of waffle, have a look next
time you are in the space and see what you
think.
What is Christchurch’s best new building?
Top of my list is the Transitional (Cardboard)
Cathedral. And the best refurbished building,
well, I vote for Mountfort’s Great Hall in the
Arts Centre.
I will write about both of these buildings
another time. In the meantime, keep
experiencing the buildings, both old and new,
and look out for the ideas behind them, and
what makes them great or otherwise.
Brand New Prebbleton Show Home Opening
This Weekend: 72 Blakes Road, Prebbleton
Open on Weekends from 12pm to 4pm
Silver medal winner in Registered Master Builders 2016 House of the Year Awards
Builders of superior homes.
Built to last.
Office & Show Home: 5 Broomleigh Drive,
Faringdon, Rolleston
New Show Home: 72 Blakes Road, Prebbleton
Phone: 03 374 9172 or Rob: 021 324 876
E-mail - robin@artisanhomes.co.nz
p

STYLE | business 41
AlAn
Booth
SUCCESS Story
Chief exeCutive offiCer
– CAnterBury Aero CluB
What led to your career in aviation?
I was often found at Ardmore airfield when I was a kid, hanging around
the small planes. One day a pilot asked me if I wanted a ride, that
was it. Since then I have always been around aviation in one way or
another.
Does your family share your love of flying?
My wife loves flying, although it’s usually in an A380 on its way to
Dubai. My son is planning to be a pilot and my daughters simply go
along with my madness and make me feel like all my ideas are good
ones, clever girls.
What is the most common question someone asks before their
first flight?
It’s not what people ask but more often what they tell. That they never
really thought they would find themselves taking the controls of a light
plane, although always wanted to try, then it’s how long before they
can fly by themselves and when can they take their friends and family
for a flight.
Can you recall your first lesson?
My first lesson was at Fairoaks, just west of London in January 1988. I
was asking those same questions, when can I fly myself, etc. Time does
not take away the excitement and fear of that first solo flight, if time
takes those memories from you, you are no longer a pilot.
How do you define success?
I am successful as long as I continue to start each day wanting to make
something good happen and end each day with the people who rely
on me – family, friends and work colleagues – looking forward to
tomorrow so we can do the same thing again. There is no success
that does not involve everyone you touch in your life feeling you have
contributed to their success.
photography ChArlie jACkson

42 Style | landscaping
ThE BENEfITS Of
MuLchiNg
ArOuNd TrEES
Chris Walsh highlights how best to add mulch and
why it’s important for tree health.
PLANT
While many may think mulch just makes newly-planted trees look
Even after everything we have been through, Christchurch is still ‘The
Garden City’. Trees are very significant within our urban landscape.
pretty,
SELECTION
the reality is all trees benefit from an application of mulch.
• Mulch insulates the soil, protecting the roots from extremes in
temperature;
• Mulch reduces soil moisture loss through evaporation and keeps the
roots moist;
• Mulch helps to control weed germination and growth;
• Mulch reduces the damage to trunks from machinery (such as lawn
mowers and line trimmers);
• Mulch reduces soil compaction;
• Mulch can improve your soil’s fertility.
Applying mulch in an urban environment somewhat replicates that
of a natural forest where the soil is covered with leaves and organic
matter providing nutrition and an optimal environment for root
growth and mineral uptake.
For mulch to provide its many benefits, it does need to be applied
correctly. Too much mulch can cause problems, so it is recommended
to apply a layer 5-10cm deep. If the layer is too deep on wet soils, it
can lead to an excess of moisture around the roots, which in turn can
lead to root rot. As a general rule, mulch should be applied out to the
edge of the tree’s crown. This ensures the majority of the root system
is covered.
The layer of mulch should look like a doughnut with a cleared space
around the trunk. Because mulch holds water, it cannot touch the
base of the tree’s trunk as you then risk rotting the root crown.
Avoid using mulch containing fresh grass clippings as it heats up
while it decomposes and can affect the pH level of the soil, both of
which are detrimental to the health of the tree.
Mulch can be organic or inorganic. The inorganic mulches, such as
stones and rubber, do not need to be replenished, but they do not
benefit the tree nutritionally. Organic mulches, such as wood chip,
bark nuggets and leaves, decompose and therefore do need to be
replenished, but the decomposition process results in improved soil
quality, fertility and weed suppression.
Trees add so much to our landscape that it really is worth the
investment to ensure their longevity. If a tree is properly maintained
with a regular pruning and mulching regime, it will provide you and the
community with benefits for generations.
House lot of
drapes & blinds.
3999
from $
starting
12 Months Free Credit.
Free Measure and Quote*
* Terms and conditions apply.
See our facebook page for
more details.
3 Gerald Street, Lincoln
Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
Saturday 10am-12.30pm
Phone 325 7400
www.fabricsatlincoln.nz

EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
with Tim Goom
The real cost
of Landscaping
Designing and building the architecture of your landscape
deserves the same planning as the architecture of your
home. Most of us commence a building project or
renovation with a clear idea of the budget available- the
same approach is appropriate for landscaping.
Good communication is key to completing any landscaping project
successfully. Any idea of the range or budget you are prepared to spend on
your landscaping should be communicated to your landscape architect from
the outset.
The same landscaping project can be designed and constructed in a
multitude of ways, with different cost structures- which will ultimately result
in different quality results. Some projects will last and some won’t.
The concept of ‘quality’ landscaping is nebulous, many cheaper landscapers
claim quality work- but what exactly does this mean? Ensuring landscaping
is constructed to a high industry standard is far more quantifiable than
subjective claims of ‘quality’ landscaping.
Following correct industry practice will best ensure the longevity of your
project. Attention to detail should be given to every aspect of the projecthardscaping
such as decking should be constructed to a high finish including
oiling or staining. Take care to ask how less readily visible aspects of the
project will be managed, for example ensuring plantings are in soil well
fertilised with organic matter and properly hydrated. Some landscapers
whittle down costs through using less exacting techniques.
Once the project is completed, and the invoice paid, many landscapers
consider that the end of the association- even when problems arise
due to poor workmanship. Check what the landscaper’s policy iswill
they stand behind their work and resolve any flaws which arise
post completion?
• Wood prices fluctuate throughout the year. Many landscapers only
buy as and when needed, meaning higher prices are passed on to
clients. Purchasing wood supplies when prices are lower enables the
saving to be passed on to clients. Check whether the wood supplies
are ethically sourced.
• Ensuring design and construction complies with the required
health and safety standards, meets the appropriate building
code and has necessary consents is vital. Some landscapers
avoid consents altogether which may create a significant headache -
especially when it comes time to sell! Using a landscape architect
who doesn’t cut corners legally and is comfortable navigating council
processes will ultimately save time, money and stress.
• Construction undertaken by numerous subcontractors is less efficient
and usually more costly. A company which can manage the entire
project in house will ensure a seamless transition throughout the
project to completion.
• Pools are notoriously hard to accurately cost. An estimate of $40,000-
$80,000 generally won’t include the cost of installation or necessary
landscaping such as fencing, paving and paths.
• Often landscaping projects can damage parts of your property
(eg lawns). Many landscapers won’t reinstate or repair
consequential damage.
Expending 10% of your property value will provide minimal landscapingbasic
plantings, a lawn with batten edging and no hardscaping. 15% will
provide a middle ground budget whereas 20% of the value of your property
will result in notably high end landscaping which will accentuate your home
and maximise your outdoor living potential.
Use a design process which formulates a realistic build budget that works
with your lifestyle and property. A collaborative and transparent approach
with your landscape architect should avoid any nasty surprises.
Good landscaping highlights the aesthetics of your home, improves street
appeal and better utilises space for improved outdoor living. You will recoup
landscaping costs when it comes time to sell- and in the mean time you can
relax and enjoy your enhanced outdoor living! Call Goom Landscapes to
discuss your landscaping project.
TM
Outdoor Lifespace
by Goom
0800 GOOM LS
goomlandscapes.co.nz
CHRISTCHURCH AUCKLAND WANAKA
Outdoor is for living, and we have been creating beautiful,
unique, award-winning outdoor environments for discerning
people for well over 30 years.
We call them Lifespaces TM .
It’s a place where you live best in,
providing for your individuality.
A Lifespace TM you are proud of.
IDEATION-GOM0074

44 Style | fashion
fashion news
Prima Ballerina
Here is one for all the want-to-be ballerinas out there.
The Australian Ballet has released an activewear range,
and it’s not just for the studio. Designed for men and
women, the range includes; tights, singlets, hoodies
and sweatpants complete with cute ballet-themed
slogans. We love the campaign that features dancers
from The Australian Ballet including Dimity Azoury
and Georgia Scott-Hunter.
Changing Times
With new designer Raf Simons taking charge of Calvin Klein,
changes are afoot. The New York-based brand has quietly unveiled
a new logo via Instagram. Designed by English art director and
graphic designer Peter Saville, this new logo looks promising. We
are excited to see where else Simons will take the iconic brand
over the coming months.
credit: Instagram.com/calvinklein
a model dieT
Have you ever wondered what stunning couple Tom
Brady and Gisele Bündchen eat to stay in optimum
shape? Their personal chef Allen Campbell has leaked
a few of their diet secrets. Not surprisingly, 80 per cent
of what they eat is vegetables (only organic), along with
whole grains: brown rice, quinoa, millet, beans. The other
20 per cent is lean meats. On the ‘no’ list is white sugar,
white flour and MSG, caffeine, fungus, and dairy. They
never cook with olive oil, only coconut oil, and only use
Himalayan pink salt as the sodium, never iodised salt. For
Tom, tomatoes, peppers, mushrooms and eggplants are
all out because they’re not anti-inflammatory.

STYLE | fashion 45
claudia wears lawless dress in black by moochi $449.99.
todd wears ben sherman shirt, $145, available at sergios.
INFATUATION
dare to dream the day aWay With these neW
season’s diVine trends.
StyliSt Victoria tait PhotograPhy robyn Wilson, anyWhere i roam
Model todd mcGreGor and claudia lloyd from Portfolio models
hair francis kim, bliss hair salon MakeuP Patrice hammond, kssm
location duX central

It is best to love wisely, no doubt; but to love
foolishly is better than not to be able to love at all.
– William Makepeace Thackeray
claudia wears Graphic Playsuit by elliot from rare nova $165, available at the collective. todd wears sly Guild basic signature
t-shirt in grey marle $59.99, available at stencil, and scotch and soda peacoat $595, in navy, available from sergios.

claudia wears adriano Goldschmied jeans in Vintage leatherette, $499, with day birger bubble black top, $499, both available from lynn Woods.
todd wears white Poplin shirt, $249, available from Working style, with scotch and soda waistcoat, $296, and ralston Jeans, $285,
both available at sergios. Watch model’s own, by daniel Wellington.

claudia wears serena top by hannah clear, $165, available at the collective. bracelet is stylist’s own.
todd wears Vitale barberis canonico Wool blazer, $990, with white Poplin shirt, $249,
both by Working style.

STYLE | junior 49
JUNIOR
FlyINg HIgH
This aeroplane bed is so very cool there must
be a waiting list a mile long. Designed by Circu
and inspired by Disney movie Planes, the Sky
B Plane bed is a piece of furniture that will let
your child’s aeronautical dreams take flight. If
you feel your kid is born to fly, this airplaneshaped
bed is a perfect addition to your little
pilot’s bedroom.
get tHe lOOk
Now your kids can be decked out like the Kardashian West children with
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West launching their first children’s fashion line.
The campaign the superstar couple recently sent via Snapchats to their
fan base featured their three-year-old daughter North, modelling a yellow
sequinned dress and matching yellow jacket. Apparently North has been
very involved, picking out colours and fabrics.
tReNdINg
Nautical themes are making their way from
the international catwalks to our shores this
autumn/winter season for your little ones.
Classic stripes and deep navy will ensure
they are the best-dressed kids in town. We
love Armani Junior’s new range, available at
David Jones.

50 Style | fashion
Ted Baker
Asteer
Porcelain
Rose
Placement
Jumper $299
Ksubi Stranded Shirt
Dress $215
Moochi Jett
Jumpsuit $349
Olivia Palmero at
Paul Joe Fashion
Show in Paris,
Autumn/Winter
scandinavian
Viktoria and Woods Academy
Trench Military Coat from
Superette $589
Annie Bing
Embroidered City
Kensington from
Superette $130
i
稀 攀 戀 爀 愀 渀 漀

Style | fashion 51
Trans –
season
TREnDS
Right now we’re in trans-season – a made-up fashion word
that refers to a selection of new styles that will help you
“transition” from summer to autumn. in times gone by it
was referred to as putting on a jumper and digging out
some long-sleeve tops, but we’re always up for an excuse
to hit the shops. so, if you’d rather buy some new key
pieces here’s what to look for right now.
Moochi nirvana
Jacket $399
Moochi Stevie
Knit $249
Dyrberg Kern
Alto Earrings
$159
at
ion
ris,
ter
J Brand 8001
Leather Skinny
Pants from
net-A-Porter
$1800
y
indUsTRiaL
Moochi Queen
Blazer $449
La Tribe Penny Heel
from Ballantynes $289
Timeless Elegant Vintage Jewellery
14ct Yellow Gold
Tassel Necklace
RV$2160
$1595
18ct Sapphire &
Diamond Cluster Ring
RV$3659
$2395
9ct Aquamarine
Necklace
RV$1485
$895
Rolled Gold
Locket/Pendant
$295
18ct Diamond
Cluster Ring
RV$2055
$1295
9ct Bracelet with
Functional Padlock/Key
RV$2950
$1995
421 Colombo Street, Sydenham www.westendejewellers.co.nz
Telephone: (03) 366-5475
RV - Replacement Valuation

“Your face is unique.
Trust your injectable
wrinkle treatments
to an experienced
Cosmetic Physician”
Medical Director
Dr Heather Jefferies
Pain free laser
“Your face is unique. skin Trust rejuvenation your injectable wrinkle
Facial assessments
treatments to an experienced Cosmetic Physician.”
Injectable wrinkle
- Medical Director, Dr treatments Heather Jefferies
Dermal fillers
Prescription peels
• Pain free laser skin Microdermabrasion • Prescription peels
rejuvenationMole Mate® skin • Microdermabrasion
cancer
• Facial assessments and mole
• Mole
checks
Mate
• Injectable wrinkle
Leg vein treatment
® skin cancer
and mole checks
treatments
• Leg vein treatment
• Dermal fillers
31 Colombo St, Cashmere
31 Colombo St, Cashmere | Phone 372 3589
Phone 372 3589 www.koruskin.co.nz
www.koruskin.co.nz
Ball Gowns
• Ball Gowns
• Special Occasions
• Black Tie events
• Mother of the Bride
or Groom
• Bridesmaids, Bridal
• Races
• Imported Hats &
Fascinators
• Exclusive Labels
• Shoes, Bags &
Jewellery
• Sizes 6-24
Your best dress
address
PARK AVENUE
Fashions
363 Lincoln Road (Moorhouse Ave end)
Christchurch Parking alongside the Railway line
www.parkavenue.co.nz
Ph 374 5858
Like us on
facebook
SPEND WITH
STYLE
PICTURE
PERFECT
Say goodbye to sliding,
fading makeup and
hello to a lasting, radiant
complexion. Cult
makeup brand Urban
Decay has launched a
new range of makeupsetting
spray: oilcontrol
spray De-slick,
long-lasting spray All
Knighted and cooling
and hydrating spray Chill.
All products are 100%
vegan and cruelty-free.
Available at Mecca
Maxima.
SEASONAL
BEAUTY
This autumn it’s all about
texture. Make a bold,
sweeping statement by
asking for this look. Hair
by Francis Kim, Bliss
Modern Contemporary
Hair, Victoria Street.
www.blisshair.co.nz
AMAZING ISLAND
MIRACLE OIL
As seen on Rachel Hunter’s Tour of
Beauty, Dilo Oil is an exceptional healing
and beauty oil that is a true secret of
the Pacifi c Islands. Its benefi ts include:
anti-aging and healing properties, cell
hydration, and stimulation of healthy
new skin tissue that speeds healing. It’s
also ideal for scars, blemishes, lines and
stretch marks. 100% natural, certifi ed
organic and absolutely free from
additives. 100ml $29.90. Find yours at
Marshall’s Health & Natural Therapy –
ph 388 5757.

g
STYLE | wellbeing 53
Sugar –
What’s the Big Deal?
Elly McGuinness takes a look at the sugar debate,
and gives us some realistic advice.
Recipes and nutrition plans centred on sugar-free, low-sugar, or freefrom-refined-sugar
meals and snacks can be found a plenty on the
internet, and in modern cookbooks.
Why move aWay fRom the sWeet stuff?
a diet high in sugar can:
• lead to accelerated tooth decay.
• Be highly addictive, leading your brain and body to want more.
• Cause insulin spikes and troughs which, over time, challenge the
body’s ability to use insulin effectively and increases the risk of type ii
diabetes.
• Cause energy peaks and troughs rather than steady energy
throughout the day.
• lead to excess storage of body fat. sugar that is required for energy
is burned off. after that, the liver and muscles store some. anything
remaining after this is stored as fat.
But don’t I need some?
all carbohydrate foods will eventually be broken down into sugar
inside the body. this includes foods like fruit, vegetables, grains and
legumes. so, if you are eating a balanced diet your body and brain will
be getting plenty of it. it will also be in a more sustaining form, allowing
a gradual release of energy throughout the day, rather than the energy
spikes and troughs experienced with high-sugar foods.
aRe less RefIned optIons BetteR?
Cane sugar, whether it be white or ‘raw’, and even more so ‘high
fructose corn syrup’ (HFCS) are the most refined forms of sugar that
can have the largest negative impact on the body. this is because, in
the refining process, the nutrients have been removed making the end
product a very unnatural thing for the body to deal with.
Unrefined alternatives include honey, fresh dates and pure maple
syrup. these will provide nutrition for the body and will not impact
it in the same way that sugar will. For example, honey has a lower
glycaemic index than sugar, meaning it will release sugar into the body
more slowly. Unrefined alternatives can still result in insulin spikes and
are best consumed alongside other foods that are primarily fat and/or
protein based.
Beware of any sugar alternatives on offer, whether they are natural
sweeteners such as stevia, or claiming to be ‘less refined’, such as
brown rice syrup. Reliance on or craving for any form of sweetener
(even unrefined ones) is a signal to your body that there’s something
missing in your overall nutrition picture.
Practical tips to help you reduce your sugar intake:
• Avoid processed juices and fizzy drinks. Instead, have a couple of
serves of fresh fruit and/or berries which will provide you with a
sweet fix along with fibre and nutrients. Add squeezed lemon or
herbs, such as mint, to fresh water for flavour.
• Significantly reduce packaged and highly processed foods, which
often contain hidden sugars. if you must eat something from a
packet, check for added sugars – anything ending in ‘ose’ (lactose,
glucose, dextrose, sucrose…), and hFCs.
• Dressings and sauces are usually high in sugar. Make your own, so
you know what’s going into them. Balsamic vinegar and olive oil can
make a simple, tasty salad dressing
• select baking recipes with sugar substitutes such as dates, pure maple
syrup (not the stuff with sugar added!) or honey. also ensure there
are protein/fat based foods in the recipes, such as nuts or seeds.
this will lower the glycaemic index of the food and slow down the
release of sugar into your body.

54 54 Style | beauty | home
MASKS
WHILE YOU
SLEEP
Clemency Alice takes us through some
of the top sleep masks on the market.
Face masks are an essential, yet often neglected part of our skin
regime. They provide a wealth of benefits and are super enhancing
to the skin. There is something so luxurious, and ritualistic about face
masks. From the rich, creamy textures and delicate scents to the skinboosting
marine and plant actives.
A mask that targets skin while you sleep is even more beneficial to
the optimisation of skin health. What is it that makes a sleep mask a
coveted skincare essential? While you’re in your deepest sleep that’s
when your skin regenerates. Research has confirmed that your skin’s
much more receptive to absorbing skin actives and nutrients you
have applied before going to bed.
If you are having a ‘tired-skin’ day or wanting to awaken to a fresh,
radiant complexion, then here’s a luxurious collection of overnight
face masks that will work their magic while you sleep.
meet gemma
Our New Beauty Therapist
Make an appointment today
(03) 384 1743
Open: Monday to Saturday
Late Night: Wed & Thurs
4/2 Soleares Ave,
Mt Pleasant
PreseNT This AdverT FOr
$100 OFF
micrO blading
eyebrOw enhancement
Cnr Cranford & Westminster Streets,
St Albans | Phone 355 1108
www.salonparlour.co.nz

Style | | beauty home 55
Aromatherapy Associates
Overnight Repair
Mask – This combines
the rejuvenating,
aromatherapeutic benefits
of rose and frankincense
with skin-plumping,
restorative strawberry seed
extract. A real sensory,
nourishing treat for the skin.
... your skin’s much
more receptive
to absorbing
skin actives and
nutrients you have
applied before
going to bed.
La Prairie Skin Caviar Luxe Sleep Mask
– The Rolls-Royce of cream masks, this
transformative overnight mask gives
new meaning to the notion ‘beauty
sleep’. Rich in nourishing caviar extract,
and a sophisticated cocktail of a cellular
complex, it promotes a supple, firmer
and youthful skin. To complete the ritual,
sweep the silky-smooth cream over the
face with the super-soft facial brush.
Gatineau Melatogenine Futur Plus Radiance
Mask – This collagen-rich “express” mask
contains Gatineau’s award-winning youth
molecule. An instant texture perfecter which
brightens the complexion and gives the skin
a radiant, boosted glow.
Sisley Black Rose Cream
Mask – An enriched, delicate
scented “instant youth”
mask enriched with an
anti-ageing complex of black
rose and botanical extracts.
An energising, anti-fatigue
mask to restore a luminous,
identified complexion.
WIN
GRAND OPENING
ULTIMATE LUXURY EXPERIENCE
VALUED AT $4,000!
To celebrate the offi cial grand opening of Champs-Elysées Day Spa’s
stunning new location in Merivale, they are giving you the chance to win the
Ultimate Luxury Experience including:
Champs-Elysées Day Spa - Luxury
Couples Spa Retreat including French
bubbly and chocolates
Deval - $400 exclusive shopping
experience + a personal styling session
Partridge Jewellers - $1000 ultimate
jewellery shopping experience
Christchurch Limousines - Travel in
style in a stretch limousine
Armstrong Prestige - Two tickets to
Christchurch’s exclusive
Mercedes-Benz Drive Event 2017
Heritage Hotel Christchurch - Two
nights luxury accommodation
for two people
St Germain Restaurant - Five
course degustation menu for two
people with wine matching
For further information, terms & conditions and
to enter please visit www.champs-elysees.co.nz
Champs-Elysées Day Spa 110 Papanui Road Merivale Christchurch phone: 03 365 3630 www.champs-elysees.co.nz

56 Style | travel
REDISCOVERING
HAWKE’S BAY
Victoria Tait takes a weekend away in one of the most beautiful
parts of the country.
On the central-eastern coast of the North Island, Hawke’s Bay is a
genteel farming and vineyard region that covers an enormous valley
flanked by two tumbling rivers. Since the 1970s, due to its fertile
soil, the region has become home to a growing number of excellent
wineries. It makes the perfect weekend getaway from Christchurch.
With so much on offer, I’ve selected some of my must-do activities.
PLANT
property and take a drive through the sheep and cattle station, native
Cape Kidnappers
There is more to this lodge and golf course than just pure luxury. The
experience starts as you enter through the gates to the 2428-hectare
bush and cavernous gorges and gullies. The winding road and stunning
SELECTION
scenery has been said to bring a tear to the eye of even the toughest
of men. This possibly has something to do with the fact there is one of
the world’s most prestigious golf courses at the top. Before you reach
this, however, you’ll notice signs not seen on everyday roads: “mind
the kiwis” – that is not us, but the actual flightless bird. American
philanthropist and multi-millionaire owner Julian Robertson has spent a
fortune protecting New Zealand wildlife and built a bird sanctuary on
the property, complete with a large predator-proof fence that sinks a
metre and a half into the ground.
Te Mata Peak
One of the most loved attractions by locals and tourist alike, the
famous peak stands at 399 metres above sea level at the western
boundary of the bountiful Heretaunga Plains. The panoramic views
are breathtaking in all directions. On a clear day you can see as far as
Mt Ruapehu. The peak lies on the edge of the dramatically uplifted
limestone hill country, cut through by the Tukituki River.
Wine Tours and Tasting
Hawke’s Bay has many of the country’s most renowned wineries,
many with exquisite restaurants to match.
Craggy Range, named Best New World Winery 2014, is situated
at the base of Te Mata Peak and surrounded by views of the rugged
cliff face. The famous Terroir Restaurant is reminiscent of the French
countryside, with a view of the rambling hills and vineyard.
Black Barn, a small, exclusive vineyard situated on the Te Mata hills,
faces north. Best known for its premium Bordeaux-style red varieties,
such as merlot, cabernet sauvignon and cabernet fran, as well as a
fabulous farmers’ market, cheese shop and gourmet gift store. It’s
certainly on the must-visit list.
Te Mata Estate was established in 1896 and is one of New
Zealand’s oldest wineries. They produce some of the country’s top
quality reds. They don’t have a restaurant, but a visit to their cellar
door is a must.
Elephant Hill was designed by Queenstown-based architect John
Blair in 2008. The winery’s distinguishing feature is the exterior
cladding in natural green pre-patinated copper. The design was
inspired by the Pacific Ocean. The stunning outdoor restaurant
overlooks the vines with the coast beyond.
Insider Tips
If you are staying with someone ‘in the know’, head to the Hawke’s Bay
Club. Take a step back in time – where women are only allowed in the
front parlour – and enjoy genteel provincial New Zealand at its best.
Mister D Dining is a rock ‘n’ roll style diner where the emphasis is
on fresh and local produce. The salmon is to die for, as is the pulled
pork, with white polenta, apple and fennel salad, and pollen salt.
Specialising in:
• Wedding/Event Hire • Corporate Functions
• Bespoke Props • School Ball Themes
• Birthday Party Themes
311 Blenheim Road.
Ph: 343 5984.
www.sbsn.co.nz
Open 6 days a week.

Th
A p
est
up
Sat
end
the
sm
58 Style | south of moorhouse
Love LocaL
SOUTH OF MOORHOUSE
From local cuisine and trendy jazz bars to delicious bakes and
contemporary interior stores, you’ll find it all south of Moorhouse Avenue.
Mosaic by Simo
Eating, in Morocco, is never done alone or
in a rush. It is essentially a pleasure to be
shared. Time is required to connect with family
or friends, and to enjoy conversations. So,
take time to share the pleasure of eating at
Mosaic by Simo, Christchurch’s only authentic
Moroccan deli and restaurant.
dETAIlS
300 lincoln Road, Addington
03 338 2882
www.mosaicbysimo.com
Hackthorne Gardens
Standing majestically on the northern slope
of the Port Hills, Hackthorne Gardens offers
bespoke dining and boutique accommodation.
The extensively-refurbished house supports
a natural heritage belonging to the 1930s,
complemented by landscaped gardens
contoured by local Halswell stone. The menu
consists of authentic Chinese cuisine and
modern New Zealand dishes. Enjoy it all with
a glass of wine, while soaking up the expansive,
ever-changing vista.
dETAIlS
141 Hackthorne Road, Cashmere
03 332 9816
www.hackthornegardens.nz
Back Alley Bikes
Walking through the front doors you’ll be met by a small, but purposeful workshop. It has plenty
of character created by its quirky space and wood-clad walls, while bar stools and a couch set
the scene for casual conversation. The workshop serves an obsession for quality and organisation,
boasting a place for everything and everything in its place. Having more specialist tools than your
usual bike shop, the owner Rufus is able to tackle all jobs, from a simple broken spoke, to a fork
service right up to a custom bicycle frame built from scratch. The workshop prides itself on being
open to anyone, whether you want to borrow their pump or have your bike completely rebuilt.
Academy Gold Cinema
Capturing the glamour of Hollywood past,
Academy Gold Cinema is a wonderful setting
in which to capture pure movie magic. Its
retro charm is heightened by top-of-the-line
sound and generous comfort. The three-screen
complex offers quality hand-picked films with
free parking, fine wine and knowledgeable staff.
Th
A n
hav
Pe
esc
Po
din
at
dETAIlS
7 Wise Street
03 926 4052
www.backalleybikes.co.nz
dETAIlS
The Colombo
03 377 9913
www.artfilms.co.nz
d
2
0
th

Style | south of moorhouse 59
The Colombo
A proudly New Zealand owned and operated
establishment, The Colombo’s unique lineup
combines quality, culture and cuisine.
Satisfy cravings for retail therapy with highend
fashion, beauty and homewares stores,
then refuel with something delicious – be it a
smoothie bowl or crêpe. Every Friday, a food
market showcases local produce, making this
changing landscape ever more entertaining.
dETAIlS
363 Colombo St, Sydenham
03 377 0103
www.thecolombo.co.nz
Shalamar Florist and Gifts
Not only a destination for flowers, this is a
place to discover the perfect gift to celebrate
someone special. This lovely store in Cracroft is
brimming with ideas – from options for animal
lovers through to cushions. The only thing you
will struggle with is leaving without something
for yourself, too!
dETAIlS
146 Cashmere Road, Cracroft
03 339 8146
www.facebook.com/Shalamarfloristandgifts
e,
Mohair Store
Experience the warmth-without-weight
feeling that luxurious New Zealandmade
mohair and alpaca throws
provide. Snuggle up in the new alpaca
scarf range, keep warm with possum/
merino ponchos, or treat your feet to
the famous lifeSocks. Fall in love with
locally-made natural fibres.
dETAIlS
140 Colombo Street
03 943 1639
www.themohairstore.co.nz
Cashmere Cuisine
Experience an authentic boutique
butchery. Ancient butchering skills and
slow-aging processes produce topquality
cuts of meat – all from happy,
healthy, free-to-roam animals. The
must-try list including award-winning
bacon, and sausages made using natural
ingredients, but boasting some of the
most interesting flavours.
dETAIlS
18 Colombo Street, Cashmere
03 332 6071
www.cashmerecuisine.co.nz
n
ff.
The Pedal Pusher
A nod to Christchurch’s history as a cycling
haven from yesterday through to today, The
Pedal Pusher has established itself as place to
escape the rat race on any day of the week.
Pop in for drink and a snack, or a substantial
dinner, and allow the wheels to stop spinning
at this vibrant, funky gastro pub.
Shelf
Whether you are looking to
dress up your house or buy
a gift, there is plenty on offer
at this cute little corner shop.
Brimming with Kandle Co melts
and candles, there are many
more gorgeous creations from
local artisans all hand-picked by
the owner. Sue strives to keep
her shelves filled with fresh and
inspiring products, from hanging
plant holders and table-top
ceramics through to jewellery
and scarves. Once you have
discovered this gem, you will
find excuses to revisit.
dETAIlS
284-286 lincoln Road, Addington
03 335 0095
thepedalpusher.co.nz
dETAIlS
127 Hackthorne Road, Cashmere
03 332 1331
www.facebook.com/shelfhomegifts

60 Style | men’s
Bassike
Men’s Raw
Pocket
T-Shirt
Havaianas Top
Jandal in Olive
MA-1 Slim Fit
Flight Jacket
Ralph Lauren
Classic Khaki
Baseball Cap
GIVE ME
GREEN
Military influences continue to
march right alongside menswear,
with shades of army green
including olive to light khaki. This
season we will see the colour
spectrum widen further, with hues
like bottle green and jade proving
green is A/W17’s key colour. To
style use green as your base colour
like you would black, it will work
with almost anything, Even mixing
different shades of earthly greens
is currently high on trend.
Ralph Lauren
Olive Military
Chino
Stanley
Classic
Flask 1.9
Litre
Ralph Lauren Spring/
Summer 2017
Stone Island
Loopback Cotton-
Jersey Sweatshirt
Ray-Ban Outdoorsman II
Huffer Phoenix
Bomber
The following services are available
• Servicing - Lube and Tune • Fuel Injection
• Auto - Electrical • Transmission Servicing
• Brake Servicing • WOF Repairs • Suspension repairs
• Engine Reconditioning • Pre-Purchase appraisal
• Latest diagnostic equipment
Mercedes benz, bMw & audi
specialists, service & repair
324-328 St Asaph Street, Christchurch | P. 365 0531
Hours. Monday - Friday 8.00am to 5.00pm
E. service@kevinburtltd.co.nz www.kevinburtltd.co.nz
About us
Leading independent
specialist in Mercedes Benz,
BMW and Audi servicing in
Christchurch.
Kevin Burt Ltd services in
excess of 2000 Mercedes-Benz,
BMW and Audi cars every year
- from classic models to the
more recent.
Owners: >>>
Kevin and
Maxine

AVON CITY FORD
1/3 1/3 1/3 DEALS
2017 Mondeo Ambiente Ecoboost
Hatch 2.0 Petrol*
Deposit $15,380.00 on delivery
One further payment at 12 mths of
$15,380.00
Plus one final payment at 24 mths of
$15,380.00
All on road costs included as well as carpet
mats and mud flaps
front & rear.
2017 Mondeo Ambiente Ecoboost
Hatch 2.0 Diesel Auto*
Deposit $16,000.00 on delivery
One further payment at 12 mths of
$16,000.00
Plus one final payment @ 24 mths of
$16,000.00
All on road costs included (inc 500km
RUC) as well as carpet mats , mudflaps
front and rear.
*Images are only indicicative and not final. Colours, options and stock will vary. No further concessions,
free accessories or trade top ups available.
GUARANTEED QUALITY CUSTOMER SERVICE FROM AN AWARD-WINNING DEALERSHIP
Avon City Ford
Cnr Main South Rd and Epsom Rd, Sockburn |
CHRISTCHURCH | 03 348 4129 or 0800 655 551
Rangiora Service Centre | 78 Ivory St | 03 313 7059 | avoncityford.co.nz
Go Further

t
c
s
g
a
c
t
c
h
t
in
e
s
w
$
v
60 Style | motoring
STReeT
Fighter
Ross Kiddie discovers Lexus’ sport coupe, the rC200t, punches above its weight.
a
d
d
t
c
s
c
t
It was only a matter of time before the new 2-litre turbocharged
engine stretched across more Lexus product.
Last year the four-cylinder unit first arrived in the Lexus NX sport
utility vehicle, it then found its way into the IS sedan, and it is an
option in the RC, a two-door sport coupe and, as you would guess,
it is badged RC200t.
I’ve long been an RC series fan. The 350 with its 3.5-litre V6
engine is a stunner, delivering vivid performance and fitting in well
with the concept of manageable power and reasonable economy.
The same could be said of the new 200t, it has stunning economy
(7.3l/100km or 39mpg) and its 180kW (5800rpm) is more than
adequate for the RC’s concept. Sure, it gives way 53kW to the 350,
but that is negligible, it’s not often you can exploit an engine’s true
potential, and the RC200t delivers honest power and still imparts
the fun factor.
Lexus also rates the twin-camshaft, 16-valve unit with 350Nm
of torque, and if you take into account the areas where maximum
torque is produced – 1650rpm to 4400rpm respectively – it has a
solid flow of energy across the rev band.
There’s a global trend towards smaller-capacity turbocharged
engines and Lexus’ entry is a true gem. It is smooth, silent and very
flexible. It works through an eight-speed automatic transmission
unimpeded; the latter provides a seamless ratio spread and
changes which are almost undetectable, bar the needle shift on the
tachometer.
In true sports car fashion, the RC200t drives through the rear
wheels, which is pretty much as Lexus hallmark, and it offers an
involving driving experience. There is something about rear-wheeldrive
which contributes to a pure handling feel, encouraging driver
input. You also get a deliberate feel of control from the rear
with the fully independent multiple links controlling suspension
movement and keeping the wheels in constant contact with the
ground, that on top of the most amazing feedback from the front.
While it is like steering on velvet, there is definite feel which
encourages quick turn-in. It is forceful yet delicate in the same
movement.
I took the test car on the gorgeous road to Lake Coleridge
Village. It has a mixture of corners, fast and slow, which really tests
chassis control. The RC200t served to prove it is a true touring
car. It sits low at just 1395mm; consequently, there is a low centre
of gravity, so body movement is well contained. The spring and
damper rates are a mix of what is needed to control balance and
allow for freedom and absorption for comfort.
When powering out of a corner, there is just enough power
to test grip at the rear. In saying that there is plenty of grip on
offer through sticky Bridgestone Potenza sport specification tyres
(265/35 x 19in), and with the traction control settings there is little
to suggest the RC200t would oversteer, although that could be
manufactured by disengaging the TCS. I don’t do that in any car, and

the RC200t can still be an engaging drive without making it tail happy.
It is also a car that uses different size tyres front to rear. The
combination of grip and control, along with the involving nature of the
steering has an end result of desire; the 200t is a driver’s car of true
genius.
It looks the part, too. The edgy, coupe-type styling is eye-catching
and suggests definite sporty appeal. Inside, there is the sporty/luxury
combination which Lexus does so well; it is well specified with all of
the Lexus trim detail that makes the brand so appealing.
In terms of figures, the Lexus RC200t delivers the goods. It can
cut out a standstill to 120km/h time of 7.5sec and lunge through a
highway overtake in around 5sec (80km/h to 120km/h). According
to its comprehensive onboard fuel usage readout, it will also sip fuel
instantaneously at the rate of 6l/100km (47mpg) at 100km/h, the
engine very unstressed at 1600rpm. Lexus also claims a 230km/h top
speed, if laws allowed.
All in all the 200t has respectable all-round performance. It also sits
well at $102,900 for the F Sport model as tested. This represents a
$23,100 saving over its V6 stablemate, and by my reckoning makes it a
very desirable purchase.
I’m quite smitten with Lexus product, there’s just enough sporty
appeal and, of course, as a luxury brand there is no skimping on
detail. The RC200t is beautifully built and feels fabulous to be in as a
driver, and as a passenger, too, for that matter. Sure, the rear is a little
tight to access, but, once seated there, two occupants can be made
comfortable.
For me, I see the 200t as a driver’s car and one that excels in all
situations. I’d expect nothing less from Lexus as a brand. Also, I simply
can’t wait to drive more vehicles across the Toyota/Lexus line-up with
the fabulous turbocharged four-potter.
the speCs
priCe: Lexus RC200t, $102,900
Dimensions: Length, 4695mm; width, 1840mm; height, 1395mm
ConFiguration: Four-cylinder, rear-wheel-drive, 1998cc,
180kW, 350Nm, eight-speed automatic.
perFormanCe: 0-100km/h, 7.5sec
FueL usage: 7.3l/100km
NEW 7 SEAT
OUTLANDER
FROM $32,990 +ORC*
Along with versatility and an unbeatable warranty, all the features you need from a family SUV are in the new Outlander 2WD LS.
Visit ChristchurchMitsubishi.co.nz, call 03 379 0588 or come and see us on the cnr Montreal & St Asaph Streets, Christchurch.
* Price listed is for Outlander 2WD LS. Price excludes On Road Costs which includes WoF, Registration
and a full tank of fuel. See www.mmnz.co.nz for Diamond Advantage terms and conditions.

STYLE | food news 65
FooD news
Adele’s No-FAil spoNge CAke
Annabelle White shares a delicious recipe.
Television and radio cooking personality, Annabelle White believes in keeping
food simple and easy. The author of 11 books knows how to add a sense of
fun to her presentation style, too.
iNgRedieNTs
4 large eggs, at room temperature
6 Tbsp sugar
2 Tbsp water
4 heaped Tbsp cornflour
1 Tbsp plain flour
1 heaped tsp baking powder
Cream, peaches and passionfruit, for topping or filling
Icing sugar
A caller from Gisborne said she had been making this
great sponge for years and years and it worked – thank
you, Adele. If you have ever had problems with sponge
making in the past, this is for you! – Annabelle White
MeTHod
Preheat oven to 180°C. Line the base of a 23cm springform cake tin with
baking paper. Grease sides of tin well or spray with baking spray.
In an electric mixer, beat egg whites. In a pot, place sugar and water and
simmer for 2-3 minutes. Remove syrup from heat and add to egg whites. It will
puff up beautifully. Add egg yolks. Blend through gently – do not over-mix.
Sift cornflour, flour and baking powder then fold gently through egg-white
mixture. Bake sponge for 15-20 minutes. Remove from oven then pick up the
sponge in the tin and drop it from a height of 30cm. Not upside down!
Once cool, remove from the tin and cut sponge in half, and smear base with
whipped cream then top with drained peaches and passionfruit syrup. Place
other sponge half on top and dust with icing sugar.
Note: Adele likes to mix the peaches and passionfruit into the whipped cream
and uses that mix to sandwich the sponges together.
– Annabelle White will be a guest chef at The Food Show, April 7-9.
Exciting NEW café just opened!
growing with you
SprIng Is here –
It’S Sow Time
how to get the best results from
seeds and seedlings $
100% NatIve In
The capItal
Unravelling the secrets of
Otari-wilton Bush
The New Zealand
landscape awards
The people behind
the projects
September 2016 | 100%
It’s time
to grow!
New look and more
content than ever!
MeeT LeSTer Brice
A Garden coach
SUBSCRIBE FROm
43. 50*
*6 issues/6 months
café promising to deliver
beautiful food.
$7.90 incl. GST
ISSN 2423-0219
Save our roSeS
How a rose register is protecting our heritage
auckland Botanic GardenS
Why we love our public grounds
SUBSCRIPTIONS FREEPHONE
0800 77 77 10
www.gaRdENER.kIwI
Having lived and worked as a Chef in Melbourne
for the last 5 years, and also working with
Shannon Bennet, a regular guest judge on
MasterChef Australia, we have moved home to
fulfil our dream of opening our own cafe.
Hours Mon - Fri 7am – 4pm Sat & Sun 8am – 4pm
UnCommon adjective
not common; rare; exceptional;
above the ordinary; remarkable.
262 Tuam Street | 379 39 77 | uncommonchch@gmail.com

66 Style | taste
DOWN IN THE
VALLEY
Vanessa Ortynsky experiences the Valley Inn Tavern’s
well-cooked Kiwi dishes.
PHOTOGRAPHY CharlIe JaCKson
Valley Inn Tavern is situated on a leafy corner in Heathcote
Valley. Surrounded by hills, the iconic establishment was rebuilt
following the 2010 earthquakes. The triangular building now stands
prominently on the winding village streets. The tavern is especially
attractive on a sunny summer’s day when locals spill onto the
outdoor courtyard.
Valley Inn is the perfect spot to share an alfresco beverage or
a hearty meal with friends. The spacious yet secluded courtyard
features large, established peppercorn trees that provide ample
shade from the sun. Twisting and turning, the family trees act as
living playgrounds with knotted ropes that kids actively climb while
their parents socialise. The tavern itself is reminiscent of an elegant
British heritage establishment, complete with friendly Kiwi service.
We started off our leisurely meal with bacon-covered scallops,
which were both light and juicy. A delicious mix of sweet and
creamy, the colourful dish was served on top of crispy potato gratin
and sautéed spinach.
Next up, we tucked into fresh Akaroa salmon. Drizzled with
balsamic vinaigrette, the main dish pairs nicely with grilled broccoli,
kumara, tomatoes and onions. Having visited on Tuesday night,
which was coincidentally Steak Night, we also sampled the rib-eye
steak served with sunny-side-up eggs and chips. The delicious cut
of steak was cooked to perfection.
Valley Inn is all about good honest food cooked well. The
neighbourhood tavern is laidback, appealing to families, older
couples and twenty-somethings alike. Drawing in an eclectic mix of
patrons, the garden bar and restaurant plays host to weekly events.
Be sure to stop by the next time you’re in the neighbourhood
or make a point of visiting if you’re craving classic Kiwi dishes. You
won’t regret a trip to Valley Inn Tavern, a community hub that
exudes both comfort and familiarity. With birds chirping to
the sound of lively conversation, you’ll find that the hours quickly
slip away.
Valley Inn Tavern • 2 Flavell Street • Heathcote Valley • 03 384 1124
Open 7 days, 10am-11pm • www.valleyinntavern.co.nz

TASTE DIRECTORY
Food News
Three foods that have been proven to beat the bloat.
Globe artichokes – Proven to aid in detoxification and stimulate bile production, globe
artichokes are a beat-the-bloat superfood.
Watermelon – All fruit is hailed as the ultimate cure when it comes to controlling the bloat.
Watermelon, however, is not only packed with antioxidants that stop the ageing process, but
it's also a natural diuretic that will help to cure any water retention.
Miso – The benefits of miso are boundless. It is great for our digestive health due to been a
natural source of friendly bacteria, which plays many vital roles in gut health.
URBAN CORNER CAFE
Industrial chic on the outside, awesomely
trendy on the inside. We are the perfect
venue for private functions. Catering to
suit any budget. Our cafe also has a wide
selection of contemporary gift ware,
curios and Kiwiana. We are very kid
friendly! Check out our Weds/Thurs ‘Feed
a Family for $50' dinner special (pictured)!
Open 7 Days
9am - 1am
Cnr New Brighton Road & Bower Avenue,
New Brighton.
Phone: 03 388 3649
www.urbancorner.co.nz
Valley Inn TaVern
Our fantastic sheltered courtyard is a
great place to while away those long
summer days. Relax over a drink and
enjoy our fantastic new menu that
reflects those warmer days.
ENJOY YOUR SUMMER
HOLIDAYS IN A RELAXED
OUTDOOR SETTING
2 Flavell Street, Heathcote Valley, Christchurch
Ph 384 1124
www.valleyinntavern.co.nz
Open daily from 10am - 11pm
Follow us on Facebook
TREVINOS
RESTAURANT & BAR
Nestled in the heart of Christchurch,
filled with mountains of food and
lakes of beverages, sits an astounding
restaurant with irresistible and fine
tasting food, accompanied by an
unmatched atmosphere.
Super Rugby live on the bar’s screens,
live music.
Open 7 Days, 9am - 1am
Cnr Riccarton Road & Mona Vale Avenue,
Riccarton. Phone: 03 343 5378
www.trevinos.co.nz
THE CUBAN
Que Vola Contigo Christchurch!
The Cuban is a gorgeous piece of
Havana right in the centre city.
Sample exquisite Cuban street food.
Marvel at the extensive selection of rum,
and our very own Cuba Laga (lager).
All while relaxing in the stunning covered
courtyard. See you at The Cuban.
Open Tuesday 3pm - late and
Thursday to Sunday 11.30am - late.
236 St Asaph Street, Christchurch
Phone: 03 260 2605
www.thecuban.co.nz
venuemanager@thecuban.co.nz

TASTE DIRECTORY
EMPIRE BAR & IZAKAYA
Japanese Restaurant, Bar & Grill,
Empire Bar & Izakaya is dark and
cavernous with nods to Japanese
refinement. Enjoy dining from our
Yakitori menu and the theatrics
from the grill. Or share a few dishes
with friends - Izakaya style.
Open Wednesday to Saturday 5pm - late.
(Closed Sunday - Tuesday)
172 St Asaph Street, Christchurch
Phone: 03 260 2606
www.empirebar.co.nz fb.com/empirechch
reservations@empirebar.co.nz
RIVERVIEW RESTAURANT
Located in the Cashmere Club, the
Riverview Restaurant offers quality,
affordable a la carte dining, 7 days a
week. Specialists in events and special
occasions. No function too big or too
small. Private functions room available.
Dine al fresco on the sheltered patio.
Open 7 days from 11.30am
Fully Licensed.
50 Colombo Street, Chrsitchurch
Phone: 03 332 0092
www.cashmereclub.co.nz
Members, guests & affiliates welcome
The Grand Café
ChrisTChurCh Casino
$5 Harris Beef Sausages, Mash &
Hunters Sauce * Available daily for dinner
for a limited time!
PROUDLY SUPPORTING NORTH
CANTERBURY BUSINESS
*Terms and conditions apply. Images may differ
from actual offer. R20 venue.
For further details visit:
www.chchcasino.co.nz
reservations@christchurchcasino.co.nz
30 Victoria Street, Christchurch
(03) 365 9999
R20 venue. Follow us on Facebook
Mona Vale HoMestead
and Pantry
Rebuilt brick by brick and once again
elegant in her heritage best, Mona Vale
Homestead & Pantry is welcoming
visitors for breakfast, brunch, lunch
and exquisite High Teas. Also ideal
for weddings, special occasions and
corporate events.
Open now 7am-5pm
40 Mona Vale Avenue,
Fendalton
03 341 7450
gather@monavale.nz
www.monavale.nz
Follow us on Facebook
Fisherman’s WharF
Lyttelton Harbour Views.
Kiwi, Thai and Chinese Chefs combine
their skills and fresh local ingredients.
Not just seafood! Steaks, burgers and
our famous pork belly; also vegetarian,
dairy and gluten-free. Desserts created
here with happy eggs and butter.
From our boats to your plate.
39 Norwich Quay, 8082 Lyttelton.
Ph 328 7530
www.lytteltonwharf.co.nz
Open Wednesday to Sunday,
11.30am till Late
EMBERS
BAR & RESTAURANT
Embers has a stylish, cosy atmosphere,
filled with unique furnishings and
complete with its very own open fire pit.
Meals are crafted to share, enhancing a
social, family bonding and interactive
dining experience. Mezzanine floor
available for private functions.
Open Wednesday to Sunday
310 Sawyers Arms Road, Papanui
Phone: 03 359 9586 www.papanuiclub.co.nz
reception@papanuiclub.co.nz
Members, guests & affiliates welcome

TASTE DIRECTORY
World
Famous
Fairlie
Bakehouse
Pies
PIERVIEW RESTAURANT
Located upstairs in the New Brighton
Club, the Pierview Restaurant offers a
stunning panoramic view of the
Pegasus coastline and New Brighton
Pier. Irresistible a la carte menu,
excellent specials and now open for
Brunch on Sundays from 10.30am.
Open Friday, Saturday & Sunday
from 5.30pm and
Sunday Brunch from 10.30am.
202 Marine Parade, New Brighton
Phone 03 388 8210
www.newbrightonclub.co.nz
Mrs Denton’s
Fine. Food. Fast
We are proud to be a stockist of the
world famous Lieber Pies from Fairlie
Bakehouse.
TRY OUR scrumptious soups, salads,
scrolls and strudel
Takeaway Café, Delicatessen
168a Kendal Ave, Burnside
Mon-Fri 7am - 3pm
Sat 8.30am - 3pm
Facebook: Mrs Denton’s
Ph: 03 357 4516
Or: 027 469 0206
RACECOURSE HOTEL &
MOTOR LODGE
Located opposite Riccarton Park,
this hotel offers great dining, Sports Bar
(with pool tables, SKY sport, gaming
lounge, TAB), Carbine Lounge and
affordable accommodation.
Hoofbeats Restaurant (famous for
their roasts) open daily for breakfast,
lunch & dinner.
Open daily from 6.30am. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
118 Racecourse Road, Riccarton, Christchurch
Phone 03 342 7150
www.racecoursehotel.co.nz
Sala Sala aSian FuSion
ReStauRant
After a years hiatus Sala Sala has
reopened under new management,
much to the joy of the locals, with its
fresh take on Asian fusion and upstairs
private function rooms, all brought to
you in the comfort of the Merivale
suburbs.
Opening Hours
Tuesday - Sunday, closed Mondays
Lunch: 11.30am - 2.00pm Dinner: 5.30pm - late.
Fully Licensed.
142 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch
Phone: 03 355 5932
WHITFORD’S
RESTAURANT & BAR
Discover Whitford’s Restaurant inside
the Woolston Club.
Enjoy our hospitality, friendly service
and value for money food and beverage
selection. Dine inside or outside in the
sunny outdoor dining area overlooking
Garrick Park.
Open 7 Days from 5.30pm
43 Hargood Street, Woolston
Phone: 03 389 7039 www.woolstonclub.co.nz
info@woolstonclub.co.nz
Members, guests, affiliates, new members welcome.
AlvArAdo’s MexicAn
cAntinA
Come and try our TRADITIONAL
MEXICAN FOOD...
Alvarados is the essential destination for
experiencing true Mexican cuisine.
Open daily from 11.00am.
77 Stevens Street, Phillipstown, Christchurch
Ph 03 374 4149
www.alvarados.co.nz
facebook.com/alvaradosmexicancantina
Follow us on Twitter @Alvaradoschch

TASTE DIRECTORY
THAI CHEF’S RESTAURANT
The Group of Thai Chef’s Restaurants
has been privileged to receive the
most prestige ‘Thai Select PREMIUM’
by the Prime Minister of Thailand in
2013 for its authenticity and quality of
Thai cuisine.
Open daily: Lunch noon - 2.30pm
and Dinner from 5.15pm
Fully licensed.
Dine in or Takeaway
1 Riccarton Road,
undercover, easy access parking
at rear off Barlett Street
Phone: 03 341 1163
www.thaichef.co.nz
Magnitude Cafe &
RoasteRy
Magnitude Coffee is a state of the art
designer Cafe & Roastery where coffee
lovers can fulfil all their needs. Divine
food made on premises daily. Full range
of healthy options. Try our gourmet
potatoes. Come and watch us roast
coffee, relax in our new cafe, and take
home your favourite freshly roasted
coffee beans, also available from our
website. Find us on Facebook.
Mon – Fri 7am – 4pm
Unit 2, 314 Tuam St Phone 366 3051
www.canterburyrefreshments.co.nz
Kum Pun Thai
Experience all of the exotic flavours
that Thailand has to offer right here
in Christchurch. Whether you are
looking for a quick and tasty alternative
to cooking or you want to treat your
loved ones to something special, these
authentic dishes are designed to delight.
The extensive menu – and great
hospitality – is perfect for both lunch
and dinner.
Dinner Mon-Sun 5.30pm-10.00pm 7 Days
Lunch Mon-Fri 11.30am-2.30pm
73 Victoria Street, Christchurch.
Phone: 03 365 5494 www.kumpunthai.com
GARDEN BUFFET
RESTAURANT
Extensive selection of dishes ranging
local favourites through to International
and Asian cuisine.
Also famous for delicious desserts.
Definitely something to satisfy any
taste.
Open daily for lunch and dinner
110 Marshland Road, Christchurch.
Ph 386 0088
www.gardenhotel.co.nz
Like us on Facebook
fb.com/GardenHotelRestaurant
CLUB CAFE
Casual, bistro style dining in relaxed
surroundings.
With a wide choice of meals and daily
blackboard specials (including vegetarian
and gluten free options), you will find
we offer fantastic value for money.
Café is open 7 days for Lunch (12 noon -
2pm) and Dinner (from 5pm).
17 Carmen Road, Hornby
Phone: 03 349 9026
www.hornbyworkingmensclub.co.nz
Not a member of the Club?
Join today!
IndIan Sumner CBd
Succulent Tandori Prawns , Mango Chicken
and naan bread. A snippet of the delicious
fare on offer at Indian Sumner. With no
added sugar, just delicious flavours the
menu has something to cater for all tastes.
Indian food just the way you like it.
Open daily, lunch 11.30am to 2pm, dining 5pm
to late. Wilson Parking Adjacent to Restaurant
Indian Sumner CBD
185a Manchester St, Kensington House
Christchurch 8011, Tel: 03-365-4433
Also at: Indian Sumner
11a Wakefield Ave, Sumner
Christchurch 8081, Tel: 326-4777
www.indiansumner.co.nz
Follow us on Facebook

TASTE DIRECTORY
JDV RESTAURANT Joie de vivre NAME
Your guide to
Imagine Si meliora succulent dies, juicy ut vina, cuts poemata of meat and
seafood reddit,
the
with scire the
best
velim, freshest chartis
Taste
of seasonal pretium
in
vegetables, quotus arroget an elegant, annus. relaxing scriptor environment abhinc
where annos you centum will be
Selwyn
qui treated decidit, so well inter you will
never perfectos want to veteresque leave. Imagine referri no more, debet it’s an
called inter vilis ‘intimate atque food’, novos? and it’s Excludat available at
JDV
iurgia
Restaurant,
finis, “Est
Café
vetus
and Bar.
atque probus,
WHERE EVERY DAY IS A
CELEBRATION PERFECT VENUE OF LIFE FOR
CORPORATE EVENTS
Open: Mon-Sun 9am-till late
Merivale 3 Town Centre Mall, Aikmans Road Road,
Merivale. The Mall Ph 964 3860
www.jdv.co.nz
Open 7 Days 8am-4pm
www.divinetaste.co.nz
BECKS RESTAURANT SOUTHERN NAM
ALEHOUSE
THE LINCOLN PANTRY
A treasure trove of local, organic and gourmet
goodies for the health-conscious foodie. The
wood-panelled deli counter delivers old
world charm and an extensive array of NZ
and imported cheeses. Fine foods and artisan
goods
restaurant.
adorn the rustic pallet shelving along with
tempting treats for gluten, dairy and sugar-free
devotees. Try the awesome Atomic coffee
or trademark turmeric latte. Gift hampers and
vouchers available. Open 7 days.
Si meliora dies, ut vina, po
reddit, Becks is scire a thoroughly velim, modern chartis
quotus arroget annus. scr
annos Enjoy an centum excellent qui range decidit of be
perfectos spirits, and an veteresque appealing a refe la ca
inter offering vilis an atque extensive novos? and affor Ex
iurgia range of finis, beautifully “Est vetus presented atqu
5 Robert Street, Lincoln | 03 325 7717
Mon-Sat 7am – 6pm Sun 10am – 4pm
www.thelincolnpantry.co.nz
www.facebook.com/thelincolnpantry
LIVE MUSIC FRIDAY &
PERFECT VENUE FO
BIG SCREEN SPORT
CORPORATE EVENT
155 Colombo Street, Chris
Ph 3 Town 337 2233 Centre Road
Open The Mall 7 Days from 10am
www.beckssouthernalehou
Open 7 Days 8am-4pm
www.divinetaste.co.nz
The Silver Dollar Bar &
reSTauranT
Visit the Silver Dollar Bar and Restaurant
to experience a selection of cold beers and
great food.
The menu includes a variety of dishes, both
affordable satisfying meals as well as special
dishes... Relax, either in the amazing indoor
Bar & Restaurant or sunny courtyard. Large
selection of beers, extensive wine list and
barista made coffee.
Open Monday – Sunday 11am – 11pm
Weekend Brunch coming soon.
Bookings Essential. Ph 03 347 0386
www.silverdollarbar.co.nz
871 Jones Rd, Rolleston
Tai Tapu HoTel
‘unique CounTry pub’
Fine food, friendly folk, fabulous scenery
and relaxed atmosphere. Sheltered
courtyard and outdoor areas, perfect for
dining or platters and wines.
A La Carte Restaurant
Open 7 Days
R e s t a u r a n t & B a r
12pm to Last seating around 8pm
780 Old Tai Tapu Road
P: 03 329 6819
taitapuhotel@xtra.co.nz
www.wix.taitapuhotel.com
Milanese
A taste of Italy right here in Selwyn...
Prebbleton’s best kept secret is a secret
no longer. The Milanese fully licenced
Italian restaurant and pizzeria is an
exceptional place to dine when you want
a taste of Italy. Fresh Pasta, Carbonara,
Spaghetti, to authentic Italian Pizzas. Dine
In or Takeaway.
Licensed/BYO wine only.
Private Functions available.
Cnr Springs & Marshs Road
407 Springs Road, phone 349 9652
(entrance on Marshs Road, behind Vege Shop)

72 Style | taste
A two-wAy
street
This Tuam Street establishment is home to high strength
coffee and high quality service.
WORdS KaTe Preece PHotoGRAPHy charlie JacKSon
Post-quake Christchurch has forced a new type of eatery to take
centre stage in our culinary landscape. we’ve learnt to cross town
for a good coffee and to align with local businesses that provide
what we want – a warm, welcoming environment that offers style,
service, and some sort of connection. open since June 2016,
Magnitude Café and Roastery delivers on all counts.
with a décor of warm wood and colour accents via on-trend
lighting fixtures and Scandi chairs, it is the coffee-roasting machine
that will make its mark as you enter. Each week, in the early hours,
the monster roars into life, creating a range of blends to be sold
as beans or ground coffee. the house blend served by the café is
‘French’, a dark roast described as having a full, strong flavour and a
punch of medium citrus acidity. I was eager to sample the goods.
Upon ordering, I was pleasantly surprised to be asked when
we would like our cappuccino and half-strength latte to arrive:
“Straight away, or with breakfast?” A question often missed, yet so
appreciated.
to eat it was Eggs Florentine ($14.50) that won me over,
especially with its choice of rosti: kumara; potato and herb; or
mozzarella and bacon. Upon recommendation, I opted for the
latter, while my partner-in-dining-crime was encouraged to choose
waffles, with berries and yoghurt ($12.50).
our fellow café-mates were treated equally as well. Regular
patrons were recognised not only by name, but by cabinet food
or protein shake order. (I’m told they’re just as friendly towards
children, with the highchairs, kids’ table and colouring supplies
backing this up.)
I believe you don’t know what you’re missing until you are
served a decent cup of coffee. Like a good glass of wine, I was able
to sip and enjoy every mouthful of mine. My tablemate was much
the same, appreciative of her single-shot drink still delivering that
pick-me-up punch. It’s encouraging to be told another grinder will
soon grace the café counter, as I would be keen to try others in
the seven-strong coffee range produced on site.
The waffles hit the spot and the eggs were on the money.
Jealous glances from beside me were confirmed when my dining
date said, “I’d come back just to try the rosti!” Portion size was just
right, too.
there are plugs under the tables for laptops, large tables to
accommodate meetings, and free fluffies for the next generation
of coffee lovers. you can host an event here after hours or simply
drop in to buy a bag of coffee. the cabinet is ever-evolving and
even the breakfast menu is incredibly customisable. For once, it’s all
about you.
with a logo that incorporates the Christchurch skyline, a
faultline and a coffee bean, perhaps it isn’t surprising this café
resonates so well with a Cantab looking for more than just
incredibly good coffee.
O
SO
CH
Magnitude Café and Roastery • Unit 2/314 Tuam Street
03 366 3051 • Open Monday to Friday, 7am-4pm

Julia Burrell and
Ellie Crowther at the
Mike Pero Motorcycle
Gallery Opening.
PAGE 75
OUT AND ABOUT
SOCIAL SCENES OF
CHRISTCHURCH
FOR MORE PHOTOS GO TO
facebook.com/stylechristchurch
“ This is new school cool.!”
Faringdon’s new primary school, Lemonwood
Grove, is now open. As is newly completed
secondary school, Rolleston College. With another
preschool on the way, education for all ages is fully
catered for at Faringdon. Clever people know that
Faringdon is where it is all happening in 2017.
Buy pre-title and in some cases, with no
settlement until June 2017. Faringdon equals
financially smart as well.
Ayden (6)
MULTI STAGE RELEASE
Sections 410m 2 to 844m 2
from $165,000.
Visit Rolleston’s fastest selling development
Dynes Road, Rolleston. Wed to Sun 12pm to 4pm
Call Bruce Harvey
on 0800 667 849 or visit
www.faringdon.co.nz
FRD30166-SM-197x67

Und
law
ahe
Dor
as
from
wer
two
thro
for
Bruce and Deb Harvey
Michaela Bolster, Mike Sandford,
Sheryn and Tonni de Geest
SPARKS 2017
Rockets lit the heavens as local windows, and probably some dentures,
were rattled by the explosions overhead. This was not a re-enactment of
the Battle of Waterloo, but Sparks 2017, where music and gunpowder
form the perfect partnership. Crowds gathered early to picnic and be
entertained by the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra. Seated on rugs
on the ground and in corporate marquees, including Star Media’s, the
audience waited in mounting anticipation for the fi rst notes to play
and the fl aming bouquet to blossom in the sky. Following the aerial
excitement, joyous folk, young and old, journeyed home and the last
wisps of smoke dissolved into the night.
Nigel Butterfi eld, Lynton Hubber
James and Freya Alexander
Nigel Butterfi eld, Lynton Hubber
Bruce and Deb Harvey
Zoe Platt-Young, Jess Armstrong
Natasha Lambert, Mark Waddleton
Mi
Andrew Hastie, Danny Kamo
Tim and Meryn Corcoran, Daniel French
Verity Webber, Jessica Blackie
ANTHONY HARPER SUMMER THEATRE
ROBIN HOOD EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW
The wind blew through the green woods at Riccarton House, magically transporting the
gathering crowd to the fantasy world of old Sherwood Forest and the antics of Robin
Hood. With the wizardry of Anthony Harper and The Forge at The Court, the world’s bestloved
outlaw robbed the rich to help himself, sorry, I mean the poor, and chat up pretty
maidens. Topical humour abounded as the invited audience of sponsors and guests
laughed and cheered the jolly romp along. It was an evening of arrow-splitting fun and
side-splitting laughter.
Cheryl and John van Opzeeland
Peter Woods, David Gould
Da
Expect the best,
nothing less
If you are unsure of the value
of your property, we’re happy
to visit and give a free market
appraisal without obligation.
Phone 03 377 0509
Mobile 021 703 023
Online www.firstavenue.co.nz
Licensed Agent REAA

Tracey Kellett, Saskia Hargreaves Paul Collings, Alan Chippendale, Aaron Slight Rachel Pero, Kirsteen Britten
MIKE PERO MOTORCYCLE
GALLERY OPENING
Mike Pero
Aaron Pero, Sophie Freear
Julia Burrell, Ellie Crowther
Treasures from the golden days of motorcycle racing sat silently
on their pedestals, like heroes in a classical pantheon, at
Mike Pero’s new Motorcycle Gallery. The grand opening saw
enthusiastic guests milling around, appreciating the collection
of superb engineering, whilst outside, visiting riders arranged
their two-wheeled mounts in ranks of shining beauty. Celebratory
fare was proffered, to attendees’ delight, interrupted only
by the formalities of the opening ceremony. With the red
ribbon severed, the partying continued, bringing joy to the
gathering who lingered to browse the gleaming display.
NARROPERA AT LANSDOWN
Sarah Lovelady, Mayzie Harris, Lizzy Lovelady
Under the long shafts of imminent twilight, picnickers dallied on the
lawn as within the Golden Room, all was made ready for the concert
ahead. Visiting baritone Eike Wilm Schulte was guest starring alongside
Dorothee Jansen, presenting an evening of German opera selections
as part of the Fourth Annual Lansdown Narropera Festival. Scenes
from The Magic Flute, Fidelio and The Mastersingers of Nuremberg,
were brought to life by the narrator and voiced to perfection by the
two singers. After the velvet night fell, the audience held spellbound
throughout, gave loud thanks for the uplifting musical treasure which,
for a brief moment, was theirs.
Beverley Cocks, Hilary Rawstron
ld
Daphne Pringle, Judy Bellingham
Bryan and Susan Kaschula
Patricia Glausiuss, Barbara Lady Stewart
and Sir Robert Stewart, Mary Roberts

Fion
Melissa Merrin, Anna McLeod, Kate Murney
Lena Doull, Amber Hamilton
Karen Gillam, Jo Cameron, Debbie Cavit, Florence Maron
Nicole Ellwood, Sonia Macandrew
CAVIT & CO
The late afternoon sun shone along Victoria Street, lighting the way
to Cavit & Co where home-enhancing goodies for the new season
were about to be presented. Luscious platters and cooling glasses
were circulated amid the social chat, the opulent surroundings
making for an easy-going atmosphere. At the party’s height, the
latest offerings from the wide world were shown, after which it was
time to make small talk once more. Soaking up the comfort of the
elegant store, guests enjoyed the hospitality until the descent of
evening heralded the hour to journey home.
Suzanne Kitley, Emma Morris, Jody Zimmerman-Thompson
CARMEN WITH L’ARLESIENNE
Treachery, deceit and jealousy were abroad one recent night, thankfully
not in the city but on the Isaac Theatre Royal stage when the Royal New
Zealand Ballet (RNZB) presented Carmen with L’Arlesienne. The music of
Georges Bizet partnered with the choreography of Roland Petit brought
the stories to the minds and hearts of Christchurch. With feline grace and
power, the dancers enacted the spectrum of emotions, which drive the two
tales, one set in sunny France, the other in fi ery Spain. The VIP pre-show
party for guests of the company was the perfect overture to the spectacle
of dance and dramatic excellence.
Ann
Clytie Campbell, Laura Jones
Loriann Wakefi eld and Megan Wakefi eld
Philip Burdon, Frances Turner
Kelvin and Jasmine Aldwin
Stacy Lundstedt, Hanh Nguyen
Catherine and Steven Fyfe, Kohei Iwamoto
Craig M
GIFT &
HOMEWARES
GALORE
Sign the torso the new 21st craze
Male and female torsos available
Shop 5, 346 Halswell Rd, Halswell.
Ph: 322 1368
billboardme.co.nz

Fiona Eaton, Nicole Young
Nicola Batchelor, Michelle Bayliss
Andrew and Liz Sherwood
Garth and Anna Wynne
OARSOME O’FARE
n
Shane O’Brien, Libby Aberhart, Jo Smith
Helen Hanson, Jan Pinckney
Cool rain teemed down sending folk scurrying for cover which,
happily, was to be found at McKenzie and Willis. In the car park a
magnifi cent marquee had sprouted under which Oarsome O’Fare
was getting into full swing. Sushi, sandwiches and other treats
were passed around, the abundantly laden platters eagerly fallen
upon and divested of the goodies. Throughout the store, guests
thronged, chatting or listening to the various school musicians
displaying their prowess. The hubbub within the tent was excited
as auction items were perused and bids proffered. The fortunes of
Canterbury schools’ future rowing luminaries are secure, thanks
to the generosity of those who attended.
Annie and Bert Govan
OPERA AT PEGASUS BAY
An ocean of brollies sprouted on the grassy knoll, shielding faces
from the sun as sweet strains of Mozart lifted on the breeze, fi lling
the glade. Centre stage at Pegasus Bay Winery was the Christchurch
Symphony Orchestra presenting an afternoon of opera and musical
delight. Well loved and timeless arias rang about the green, leafy
amphitheatre, rivalled only by the crickets and birds. Prior to the
concert and during the interval, guests mingled, partaking of the
fi nest fare. The day of artistry and excellence culminated in a lively
can-can, complete with audience participation!
Barbara and Eelco Wiersma, Neville and Heather Brown
Vicki and Rob Parsons
to
Craig Manson, Maurice Noone, Murray Harrington
Richelle Manson, Enna Davis, Jo Appleyard
Katrina and Jarrod Buchanan
fabric house
making European fabric affordable
new fabrics
in store
140 Colombo Street
Beckenham, Christchurch
Mon-Fri: 9am-5pm, Sat: 10am-4pm
Phone (03) 365 0172
enquiry@fabrichouse.co.nz
www.fabrichouse.co.nz

05, 19
DR SANCHEZ
167/180 Armagh St
Ph 03 366 1389
www.casapublica.co.nz
ST PATRICK’S DAY
OPEN FROM 10AM
17
IRISH DANCERS
WILLIE McARTHUR
THE SHAMELESS FEW
DND ROCKBAND
291 Lincoln Rd, Addington
Ph 03 338 8300
fb/Sullivans-Irish-Pub
09
FRASER ROSS + 04's
Support: Laura Lee Lovely
Tickets $18+bf @undertheradar
3 Garlands Rd, Woolston
Ph 03 389 5544
fb/bluesmokemusic
GIG GUIDE March
FRI 03
Caleb Isaac, 4pm; Antony
Pickard, 7.30pm; DJ Dox,
10.30pm Baretta
Paul Ubana Jones with support
Emily Fairlight, tickets $30 @ utr,
8.30pm Blue Smoke
Ctrl Alt Rock, 10pm Carlton
DJ Dwight Paul McKessar, 9pm
Casa Publica
Page 28, 7pm; X-Files duo,
10.15pm Christchurch Casino
Emerson, 5pm; Soul Provider,
9.30pm Dux Live
DJ Phase, 10pm Empire
Shameless Few, 9.30pm
Sullivans Irish Pub
Ryan Ferris duo, 8.30pm The
Cuban
Flat City Brotherhood, 9pm
Trevinos
SAT 04
DJ Double Feature feat. DJs 10a
& Danny III, 9pm Baretta
Sal Valentine & the Babyshakes
(The Nostalgia After Party) with
support DJ’s Christopher Stone &
Skew-whiff MD, free, 7.30pm
Blue Smoke
Smashbox, 10.30pm Carlton
DJ Dwight Caldwell, 9pm Casa
Publica
Blackie, 7pm; Natalie Elms,
10.15pm Christchurch Casino
Matty Von Voin, 2pm; Switch,
9.30pm Dux Live
DJ Vlad, 10pm Empire
Live music, 9.30pm Sullivans
Irish Pub
African Party, 10pm The Cuban
SUN 05
The Sunday Sit Down Get Down,
free, 4pm Blue Smoke
Quiz, 4pm Carlton
Dr Sanchez, 4pm Casa Publica
Nyree, 5.30pm Christchurch
Casino
Sunday Jazz Session, 2pm Dux
Live
DJ Masta K, 10pm Empire
MON 06
Nick Lee, 5pm Carlton
TUE 07
Open Mic, 6pm Carlton
Topia, 7pm Sullivans Irish Pub
WED 08
Topia duo, 8.30pm Carlton
Willie McArthur, 8pm Sullivans
Irish Pub
THU 09
Fraser Ross + 04's with support
Laura Lee Lovely, tickets $18+bf
@UTR, 8.30pm Blue Smoke
Summer Drive, 9pm Carlton
DJ Oh One Eight, 9pm Empire
Stephen McDaid, 8pm Sullivans
Irish Pub
DJ Oh One Eight, 9pm The
Cuban
FRI 10
Nick Lee, 4pm; Antony Pickard,
7.30pm; DJ Mike Jones, 10.30pm
Baretta
Sam Manzanza & Afro Beat Band
with support Sayae, tickets $18+bf
@UTR, 8.30pm Blue Smoke
Shadow Puppet, 10pm Carlton
DJ Maestro B, 9pm Casa
Publica
Lonsome Sue, 7pm; Shannon
Cooper-Garland, 10.15pm
Christchurch Casino
Emerson, 5pm; Get Set, 9.30pm
Dux Live
DJ’s Corruption & Amnesia, 10pm
Empire
Topia, 9.30pm Sullivans Irish
Pub
Nick Lee, 8pm The Cuban
X-Files duo, 9pm Trevinos
SAT 11
DJ Double Feature feat. DJs
Phase & Danny III, 9pm Baretta
Elemeno P, tickets $40
@evenfinda, 9.30pm Blue
Smoke
Headrush, 10.30pm Carlton
DJ Ash-S, 9pm Casa Publica
Everlong, 7pm; Smooth Talk,
10.15pm Christchurch Casino
El Guitaro, 2pm; Izonik, 9.30pm
Dux Live
DJ Spinal,10pm Empire
Shameless Few, 9.30pm
Sullivans Irish Pub
Antony Pickard, 8.30pm The
Cuban
SUN 12
Sunday Sit Down Get Down feat.
Aeneas Jones, free, 4pm Blue
Smoke
Quiz, 4pm Carlton
Matt Hall, 4pm Casa Publica
Stevie D, 5.30pm Christchurch
Casino
Sunday Jazz Session, 2pm Dux
Live
DJ Masta K, 10pm Empire
MON 13
Topia, 5pm Carlton
TUE 14
Open Mic, 6pm Carlton
Topia, 7pm Sullivans Irish Pub
WED 15
D’Sendantz duo, 8.30pm Carlton
Willie McArthur, 8pm Sullivans
Irish Pub
THUR 16
French for Rabbits, ‘The Weight of
Melted Snow Tour’ with support
Secret Knives, tickets $15+bf
@UTR, 8.30pm Blue Smoke
Headrush, 9pm Carlton
DJ Oh One Eight, 9pm Empire
Boiling Billy, 8pm Sullivans Irish
Pub
FRI 17
Nick Lee, 4pm; Uptown
Shakedown, 7pm; DJ, 10.30pm
Baretta
Jackie Bristow with support Katie
Thompson, tickets $15+bf
@eventfinda, 8.30pm Blue
Smoke
St Patrick’s Day with Flat City
Brotherhood, 10pm Carlton
DJ Dwight Caldwell, 9pm Casa
Publica
Franchise, 7pm; Smooth Talk,
10.15pm Christchurch Casino
Emerson, 5pm; Nacoa, 9.30pm
Dux Live
DJ Vlad, 10pm Empire
St Patrick’s Day feat. Willie
McArthur; Shameless Few; DnD
Band; Irish Dancers, open from
10am Sullivans Irish Pub
Topia, 9.15pm The Cuban
Reckless duo, 9pm Trevinos
SAT 18
DJ Double Feature feat. DJs Vlad
& 10a, 9pm Baretta
Ctrl Alt Rock, 10.30pm Carlton
DJ Maestro B, 9pm Casa
Publica
TJ, 7pm; Eddie Simon, 10.15pm
Christchurch Casino
Do Bros, 2pm; Big Rig, 9.30pm
Dux Live
DJ Phase, 10pm Empire
Brendan, 9.30pm Sullivans Irish
Pub
Ryan Ferris duo, 8.30pm The
Cuban
SUN 19
Sunday Sit Down Get Down feat.
Lindon Puffin, free, 4pm Blue
Smoke
Quiz, 4pm Carlton
Dr Sanchez, 4pm Casa Publica
Katrina Keenan, 5.30pm
Christchurch Casino
Sunday Jazz Sessions, 2pm Dux
Live
DJ Masta K, 10pm Empire
MON 20
Woody, 5pm Carlton
TUE 21
Open Mic, 6pm Carlton
Topia, 7pm Sullivans Irish Pub
WED 22
Topia duo, 8.30pm Carlton
Willie McArthur, 8pm Sullivans
Irish Pub
THUR 23
Summer Drive, 9pm Carlton
DJ Oh One Eight, 9pm Empire
Stephan McDaid, 8pm Sullivans
Irish Pub

FRI 24
Nick Lee, 4pm; Mitch James, 7pm;
DJ Danny III, 10.30pm Baretta
Sacha Vee Luminous album tour
with support Stef T, tickets $15+bf
@cosmic, 8.30pm Blue Smoke
Ctrl Alt Rock, 10pm Carlton
DJ Masta K, 9pm Casa Publica
Shannon Cooper-Garland, 7pm;
Blackie, 10.15pm Christchurch
Casino
Emerson, 5pm; Soul Provider,
9.30pm Dux Live
DJ Amnesia, 10pm Empire
Headrush, 9.30pm Sullivans Irish
Pub
Antony Pickard, 9.15pm The Cuban
Southfield, 9pm Trevinos
SAT 25
DJ Double Feature feat. DJs Spinal
& 10a, 9pm Baretta
D’Sendantz, 10.30pm Carlton
DJ Ash-S, 9pm Casa Publica
Acoustic Solution, 7pm; Franchise,
10.15pm Christchurch Casino
Lindon Puffin, 2pm; Che Law,
9.30pm Dux Live
DJ Phase, 10pm Empire
Shameless Few, 9.30pm Sullivans
Irish Pub
Topia, 8.30pm The Cuban
SUN 26
Sunday Sit Down Get Down feat.
Rae Santos, free, 4pm Blue Smoke
Quiz, 4pm Carlton
Matt Hall, 4pm Casa Publica
Lonesome Sue, 5.30pm
Christchurch Casino
Sunday Jazz Sessions, 2pm Dux
Live
DJ Masta K, 10pm Empire
MON 27
Willie McArthur, 5pm Carlton
TUE 28
Open Mic, 6pm Carlton
Topia, 7pm Sullivans Irish Pub
WED 29
D’Sendantz, 8.30pm Carlton
Willie McArthur, 8pm Sullivans Irish
Pub
THU 30
Headrush, 9pm Carlton
DJ Oh One Eight, 9pm Empire
Boiling Billy, 8pm Sullivans Irish
Pub
FRI 31
Brendan Gregg, 4pm; Antony
Pickard, 7.30pm; DJ Phase,
10.30pm Baretta
Flat City Brotherhood, 10pm Carlton
DJ Dale, 9pm Casa Publica
Rockabella, 7pm; Acoustic Solution,
10.15pm Christchurch Casino
Emerson, 5pm; Churp, 9.30pm Dux
Live
DJ Home, 10pm Empire
Topia, 9.30pm Sullivans Irish Pub
Manu Francois, 8pm The Cuban
Vague-As Bros, 9pm Trevinos
07, 14, 21, 28
OPEN MIC
Carlton | 1 Papanui Road
Phone 03 355 9543
www.carltonbar.co.nz
MEET YOU AT
Live DJs
Jazz Sundays
Craft Beer
Inside & Outside
Gastro Menu
Four Bars
Functions
Dux Cental, 6 Poplar St
Phone 03 943 7830
www.duxcentral.co.nz
24
MITCH JAMES
Baretta Bar & Restaurant
174 St Asaph Street
Phone 03 260 2600
www.baretta.co.nz
Breaking news,
delivered to
your pocket.
March 19 2017
14km
Visit www.star.kiwi
anytime, anywhere!
Fire rages, homes at risk
•news •CTV •sport •districts •schools •lifestyle •opinion •what’s on
www.star.kiwi
ENTER NOW $25
Online • PakNSave • New World
• The Athletes Foot • YMCA Children 10 years old and under free
6km

Rules foR ModeRn
Table Manners
An update on what not to do at a dinner party.
WoRds VICTORIA TAIT

STYLE | etiquette 81
In this modern age, there are many table manners that are, quite
simply, out of date. for example, the concept a woman must never
finish her entire meal, but leave half of it on the plate. Perhaps a good
diet tip, but it’s now offensive to your host to do so.
Today, we are faced with the issues of smartphone manners, which
alone could fill an entire book. The simple answer is to pick your
moments: your dinner guest might not appreciate selfies, and your new
boss less appreciative of food photography for Instagram, especially
over a business lunch.
There are, though, some manners that have and will not change. To
ensure you’re not offending anyone we suggest taking a look at our list.
1. Let’s start by keeping it simple. Napkins belong on the lap.
2. The back should be straight without rigidity; unless you are sitting
next to someone, you really detest.
3. About elbows, the only place they should be anchored to is the
ribs. never on the table, but always down near the sides.
4. use your soup spoon in a motion away from the table edge and
leave the spoon in the soup plate when done.
5. The little finger should never be crooked.
6. Food should be kept in the centre of the plate away from the flat
rim; this is also common sense to avoid unseemly accidents.
7. You should only cut one thing at a time, and refrain from layering
food on to your fork.
8. Two bites should never be taken from the same forkful; if you
are doing this, we suggest you re-read this article at least 10
times a day.
9. About where to leave utensils mid-meal (see diagram)
10. And after a meal (see diagram)
11. The mouth should be wiped before drinking to keep the edge of
the glass attractively clean.
12. And please hold your wine glass by the stem rather than clutched
it in your hand like a baboon.
13. Always break bread into pieces before buttering.
14. Salad should not be cut with a knife, nor shoved in one’s mouth.
We’ll leave the complications of this one with you to figure out.
15. never dip one’s utensil into a condiment or re-dip in to anything.
16. Any food served by your guest that is already portioned should
never be refused.
17. Fingers should never be used to push food onto the fork – yes
we know it’s obvious but still must be said.

82 Style | win
Every month, Style sources a range of exceptional prizes to give away.
It’s easy to enter, simply go to www.style.kiwi and fill in your details on the ‘Win With Style’ page.
Entries close March 31.
hit snooZe on the VisibLe
signs oF ageing
The Olay Regenerist Overnight Miracle Regime is
a three-part system, formulated to work with your
skin’s daily repair rhythm. The Olay Overnight
Miracle regimen combines the Olay Regenerist
Miracle Boost Youth Pre-Essence (RRP $39.99)
with Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream (RRP
$48.99) and Olay Regenerist
Micro-Sculpting Night Cream (RRP $48.99) and
we have TWO full regime packs (total value
$137.97 each) to give away to our lucky readers.
Lost and Found
A tiny solution for a big problem. We all know the frustration with losing small
items like keys, wallets or your phone. Tile is a tiny piece of amazing technology
that will transform the way you look for items. Simply attach it to any prized
possession, download the app and be content in knowing you can locate it
anywhere, any time.
We have one tile, valued at $49.99, to give away.
styLish technoLogy
Smaak is the new stylish phone case that gives you the power
to charge your phone on the go. The portable power banks
come with a lithium-ion battery with a single 5V/1AMP USB
output. Packed with safety and reliability features including surge
protection, over-heat protection, over-charge protection and
short circuit protection. It also includes a flat micro USB 2.0 cable
to keep your power bank charged while you’re out.
We have one pack to give away to a lucky reader.
a new ZeaLand
touch
Bottled in a refined Frenchdecanter-style
bottle with
unique glass stopper, Spiritual
is an award-winning New
Zealand vodka four times
distilled from the finest grain.
It is gently blended with New
Zealand artesian water and
lightly enhanced with manuka
honey, giving it a traditional
Kiwi touch without
compromising on pure
taste and an exceptionally
smooth finish. Please drink
responsibly. We have two
bottles to give away to two
lucky R18 readers.
LAST MONTH’S WINNERS: DR LIBBY: Elizabeth Francis; WALK ON: Shaari Therese, Carol Tait, Robert Hood, Hayley Walker,
Rob Fenton, Elizabeth Brown, Gayle Johnston, Winsome Bryce, Graeme Marr, Paula Lloyd; NESPRESSO: Stephanie Gardner,
RICHIE MCCAW: Dale Taylor
*Conditions: Each entry is limited to one per person. You may enter all giveaways. If you are selected as a winner, your name will be published in the following
month’s edition. By registering their details, entrants give permission for Star Media to send further correspondence, which they can opt out of at any stage.

ROCK
STAR
PIZZA
OPENING
APRIL
2017