Style: August 03, 2017

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28 STYLE | home

LET THERE BE

LIGHT

The best parts of an art-deco home in Merivale were not forgotten

when the house was rebuilt to suit 21st century living.

Words Naomi Spinsby-Wild Photography Jamie Armstrong

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The abundance of light in the home

is only reflected and enhanced by the

beautiful rich rimu flooring.

When speaking to Mike O’Donnell and Cathie Mcgrath

about their newly re-built Christchurch home, what comes

through most is their evident pride in the space they’ve created,

and the work that’s gone into turning a plan into reality.

When the 2011 earthquake meant that their 1940s artdeco

home needed to be rebuilt, the couple were naturally

disappointed, but were quick to realise the rare opportunity

they’d been given – to rebuild the house they loved in a style

more befitting of the 21st century. Mike and Cathie are the first

to admit that for all its period charm and years of memories,

the original house left a bit to be desired in terms of layout and

functionality, and put counteracting these issues at the heart

of their design brief. “Although art deco houses have beautiful

features, they don’t flow well, and there’s no light,” Cathie

explains, adding that for the new build the couple prioritised

“simple, light-filled, contemporary design”.

To ensure the important elements came together, the

homeowners enlisted Opus Architecture and Summitbuild, and

were thrilled with the collaborative effort.

To help the new four-bedroom, three-bathroom house

embrace modern living, they turned towards the sun, reorientating

the layout of the rooms to make the most out of

natural light. Generous windows in the open-plan kitchen and

living areas allow light the flood the home, bathing it in all-day

sun and accentuating the natural sense of space. Further light is

allowed in by way of the impressive bi-fold doors, which also

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serve to link the house to the outdoor living area, again reconfiguring

the flow of the house for modern living. The deck is

another room in its own right, the couple say, and come summer,

it’s the perfect entertaining spot.

The abundance of light in the home is only reflected and

enhanced by the beautiful rich rimu flooring which runs through

and unites the central areas of the home – the warm glow it gives

being something both Mike and Cathie both rave about. The

flooring is particularly special to Cathie, since the rimu, as well

as the matai used in the bar, both come from her brother’s own

sawmill over on the West Coast.

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32 STYLE | home

... the rimu, as well as the matai used in

the bar, both come from her brother’s own

sawmill over on the West Coast.

The bar, Mike admits, is probably his personal favourite element

of the house, one which just had to be carried over from the

original home into its contemporary successor. Not only is it

a great social space, but also a testament to their design, as

it characterises what they loved about their old home, while

providing some modern flair.

Cathie, on the other hand, has a harder time isolating one

favourite room – she adores the formal living area, tucked into a

sunny nook of the north-facing home, but also loves the house's

sense of light, whether it be in the spacious kitchen, living and

dining area, or the generous master bedroom, which is complete

with en-suite and a walk-in wardrobe. The master bedroom

provides a clear view out to the Southern Alps and from the

street side; the Port Hills are clearly visible, making the view

“almost panoramic”, in Cathie’s words, as “every window gives a

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THE WORLD’S MOST EXPENSIVE APARTMENT

There are luxury properties that are expensive, and then there are those that are offthe-charts

exorbitant. At $455,906 million, this property’s penthouse is clearly the latter.

Monaco’s highest building, the Tour Odeon, is a 49-storey concrete-and-glass tower,

developed by the Groupe Marzocco and complete with its own business centre. The

five-floor ultra-luxury penthouse comes complete with a roof deck, dance floor, infinity

pool and a waterslide. The only other apartment to ever come close to this in terms of

monetary value is a New York apartment that sold last year for $136 million.

CHAMPAGNE SOCKS

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designer Kathryn Wilson has collaborated with Veuve Clicquot on a

limited-edition pair of socks, designed and made here in New Zealand

to help keep your feet warm and stylish this winter. The limited-edition

Veuve Clicquot socks are available with Veuve Clicquot at Madam Woo,

Bloody Marys, JDV and The Dirty Land for the month of August.

Recently we had a photoshoot

in the fully restored iconic

Great Hall at the Christchurch

Arts Centre to celebrate our

Harcourts Gold Legends.

“Heroes

come and go,

but legends

are forever”

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Kobe Bryant

LEGENDS

HARCOURTS GOLD LEGENDS 2017 FRONT ROW, LEFT TO RIGHT: MARK O'LOUGHLIN | CATHERINE AITKEN

JUDITH BODGER | VICKI GRACE | DEB HARVEY | PETER GRIFFIOEN | MARK BROWNLEE

BACK ROW LEFT TO RIGHT: ANDREW SWIFT | ALISTER ANDERSON | ANNETTE JACOB | DEB CROSBY | TRICIA BROWNLEE

To many Kiwis, the term ‘legend’ describes a particular set of characteristics. People fitting this description are often original,

deeply loyal and hard-working, and they have stood out amongst friends and colleagues for their contributions, be it to sport,

their community, occupation or workplace.

These are our Harcourts gold Legends, having been part of the Harcourts gold business for 15 years or more.

Their contribution to their clients and Harcourts gold over this impressive tenure is both deeply appreciated and applauded.

LYNETTE AND JOHN MCFADDEN Business Owners, Harcourts gold

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BACK ROW, LEFT TO RIGHT: MARK O'LOUGHLIN

JOHN MCFADDEN | MARGARET DANZER HARCOURTS GOLD

FRONT ROW, LEFT TO RIGHT: LOGAN OLDHAM | WILLOW CONNOR

RAVEN TUKUA | PRINCIPAL NEIL BAKER NORTHCOTE SCHOOL

The team at Harcourts gold is a determined community supporter and is

pleased to be a KidsCan supporter for one of our local schools. We recently

donated a cheque for $4,200 to Kidscan at Northcote School to help in their

ongoing work.

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In response to a personal goal of mine for the year to be deeply authentic in

all I do as the Inspirational Women Ambassador for Harcourts NZ, the new

window at our Papanui office reminds us as a real estate company to be

authentic in all we do as realtors.

We have developed a set of postcards using this and other beautiful images,

and I have a number of sets to give away. They make beautiful cards to send

to friends or family, and have no obvious branding. So, if you would like some,

please email me on lynette.mcfadden@harcourtsgold.co.nz.

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The four Harcourts gold offices are amongst the most respected and awarded

in the city. In the most recent industry awards our New Brighton office was

named 3rd Top Office in Harcourts Canterbury, our Redwood office being

named 5th Top Office in Harcourts Canterbury, and our Papanui office,

Top National Residential Office.

When you work with any of the team at a Harcourts gold office you can be

assured of:

• Highly skilled, market relevant advice and interpretation, allowing you to

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42 STYLE | landscaping

HEDGING

YOUR BETS

Landscape architect

Craig Wilson talks us

through how to add instant

elegance to the garden with

some simple hedging.

Hedges have a well-earned and highlycelebrated

place in the garden design

narrative. Their use spans many centuries from

historic French, Italian and English garden estates

through to the cutting-edge contemporary

landscape design of today. The ‘form’ and ‘intent’

may have changed over time but the principle

and simplicity of execution has remained, as

hedges are a cost-effective and naturalistic way

to define space in an outdoor setting. They

can be established within a few years and with

regular maintenance can be of benefit and

enjoyment for decades.

If you have hedging in mind for your property,

a suitable species selection will be key to your

success. Great options are available for our

Canterbury climate and conditions across

evergreen and deciduous species and with both

native and exotic origin.

Evergreen species tend to be a more popular

choice as they lend year-round foliage and

structure to your garden, forming the ‘bones’ or

‘skeletal’ structure of your outdoor space, if you

like. For this kind of planting, consider species

such as buxus, laurel, corokia and griselinia, as

their consistency and reliability will provide a

welcome relief and visual contrast to dormant

areas of the garden which are awaiting new

spring growth.

Deciduous options, on the other hand, can

include the more traditional hornbeam and

beech species or may even extend to the

contemporary choice of muehlenbeckia, which

will all provide the same form and structure

as an evergreen hedge, but also provide rich

seasonal expression.

The cost of establishing a hedge will always be

less than the physical construction of a timber

or masonry wall, and while more costly ‘instant’

hedging can be sourced, a true hedge will take

time to establish itself and create the desired

effect of screening or edging.

Over time a hedge will require regular

maintenance to keep it in optimum health

and good shape. Once again, selecting the

right species is vital and choosing a hedge that

matches your appetite for ongoing maintenance

is important. If you don’t want to be regularly

clipping to keep a crisp look, avoid fastergrowing

varieties like lonicera and teucrium.

In recent years, I have noticed increased

interest in the use of ‘pleaching’ as a horticultural

technique to create a ‘hedge on stilts’. This

can be particularly useful on smaller sections

to screen out a neighbour’s roofline and can

be easily and quickly achieved by the use of

‘standardised’ specimens.

The use of hedges will remain a common

element in garden design and can bring a

degree of structure and order to any outdoor

space, without creating too much formality or

compromising on style.

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44 STYLE | arts

JESSICA

WINCHCOMBE

FASHION JEWELLERY

Anne Hudson takes a look at the work of a gifted New Zealand

jeweller, whose talent has taken her from Queenstown to Milan.

Jessica Winchcombe’s work exudes the

haptic pleasure of making. Carefully

pleated or woven leather necklaces and

folded metal earrings are the product of

careful time and labour, their simplicity

belying the dexterity and skill required to

make them.

However, unlike knitting and crochet

these works demonstrate a complexity of

conceptual thinking that lies behind their

creation. The weaving provides a yin and

yang interlocking of threads of love and life,

an intertwining or juxtaposition of male and

female, light and dark. The pieces are not

whimsical but bold, almost sculptural yet

light, and while designed to be worn with

comfort, they make a statement.

Jessica uses recycled materials, old leather

and metal, and strives to keep the form of

each piece minimal so that the patina of age

is still evident. The recycled material already

has a history, so Jessica gives it a new start.

Some of her pieces are elevated by the

wear of their owner, settling in to a new life

separate from the maker.

In collaboration with mentor Warwick

Freeman, she has used horsehair and beads

to create a new range of earrings, bracelets

and neckpieces. Horsehair has a tradition of

use in jewellery, but is usually woven into a

bracelet or placed in a locket as a memorial

to a particular horse.

The pairing of hair and pearls may seem

unusual, but Jessica is again playing with

the almost opposing materials to imbue an

added layer of meaning into her work. The

horsehair, I read, comes from the horse’s

tail and is a long, strong fibre ideal for this

purpose. The strength of that fibre and

its obvious animal source puts it in stark

contrast to the subtle warmth of pearls.

In another of her woven or pleated

neckpieces, pearls are set into the folds,

giving a nod to their traditional presentation

while creating new and edgy work.

Jessica has been invited to show her

work overseas at the Milan Fashion Show,

as well as at exhibitions in Germany and

the Netherlands. The Milan Fashion Show

invitational exhibition Artistar Jewels is

carving out a reputation for showcasing

excellence in contemporary jewellery design,

and featured Jessica’s work just this year. The

show, which features 200 creations selected

for their high artistic relevance and embraces

both tradition and innovation, placed the

Kiwi jeweller in a sophisticated arena of not

only makers, but also marketers.

Jessica lives in and works from a studio in

Queenstown and runs workshops around

the country through which she shares her

expertise with her students. She is happy

working in her studio, meeting the demands

of the galleries that support her and seeing

what the universe might throw at her.

Her jewellery definitely falls into a fine

art category; one where the artist is at one

with her materials and has a mastery of

the skills required to create fully resolved,

original pieces. These pieces are aesthetically

pleasing while also demonstrating that they

are the completion or the evolution of an

idea. The pieces display well in the vitrines of

galleries and museums but take on another

life when worn by their happy recipient.

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Local flavours and

Sarah, tell us about your background.

My fascination with travel first started when I was

12 years old and received a postcard of Big Ben from

my Aunt. I’ve being working in travel for 15 years

and am now the Owner Operator at House of Travel

High Street Lanes.

It’s lunchtime and you have an hour to

grab a quick bite in Christchurch, where

do you go?

With Madam Woo sharing our building, I’ve had my

fair share of Malaysian delicacies. It is hard to resist

when their honey and soy tossed squid is so divine

– their hawker rolls are hard to say no to as well!

Travellers love South East Asia

– why do you think that is?

A self-confessed foodie and avid traveller, Sarah Crowe from House of Travel’s High Street Lanes

spills the beans on her favourite local dishes and faraway destinations.

Guaranteed warm weather, amazing island

beaches, a vibrant culture and history, cheap

accommodation, fabulous eating options and of

course the endless shopping opportunities. Plus it’s

so much closer than you think.

What about a post-work dinner with the

House of Travel team?

When we celebrate in style, there is no better French

food in town than at St Germain. We are lucky to

have them on our doorstep. The 5-course surprise

menu with wine matches for $85 is a favourite.

Does the food there make you want to

visit France?

Yes. It certainly does. Food is just one of the

drawcards of France. I love booking my clients into

villas in Provence as they are so well priced and it’s

a great way to absorb yourself into the local culture.

There is nothing like going to a local French village

to buy your fresh produce, baguettes and brie, and a

lovely bottle of wine.

What’s the hot destination for 2017?

This year Vietnam has been really popular – and

for good reason too! This country is great for a

beach holiday, as well as a historical and cultural

adventure.

More and more families are also travelling here to

enjoy a value for money holiday that ticks all the

boxes; including a dine in the dark restaurant and a

great theme park in Ho Chi Minh City!

Are there any great travel deals coming

out that we should know about?

Absolutely. September – October is a great time

The best holidays are created together.

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or Europe, as Earlybird offers are available for

travel the following year. These deals are as sharp

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we will be in touch once these fares are released:

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We also have a Travel Expo coming up in early

October. There will be amazing deals and chances to

win a major travel prize by attending. Follow us on

Facebook: www.facebook.com/HOTHighStLanes/

for the event date, time and location.

Meet our team of travel experts…

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something she does regularly. Sarah has a passion to look after you and give sound advice.

for creating boutique European itineraries.

Alana’s destination of choice: Tahiti.

If you’re thinking of travelling and would

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Lily Hym is an

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and knows all the

ins and outs of tricky

itineraries. Being

familiar with major

cities around the world she also knows where all

the best shopping and sights are.

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48 STYLE | fashion

WELCOME DEADLY PONIES MAN 2017

Recently launched, Deadly Ponies Man features classic and

sophisticated design. The fact that creative director, Liam Bowden,

was inspired by the ocean for this collection is evident in the deep

blue hues that make up the colour palette, and the evocative

moody seascape that frames each piece. Enhanced by Deadly

Ponies’ signature style of minimalistic design, this new collection

will make you want to book your next escape.

FASHION

NEWS

DESIGNED FOR

A CURE

EziBuy is bringing back three stylish

tops – designed by Moochi, Andrea

Moore and Storm – to raise money for

Breast Cancer Cure. The original batch

sold out in record time earlier this

year, prompting this second limitedtime

opportunity. The T-shirts retail for

$29.99 and the tank for $24.99, with

$10 from each sale going to Breast

Cancer Cure.

Ezibuy Storm $24.99

Deadly Ponies Phantom Duffle

Ezibuy Moochi $29.99 Deadly Ponies Man

STYLE | fashion 49

THE GOOD WITCH

Ruby has launched their pre-spring 2017 collection, Good

Witch. Inspired by a seventies nouveau vibe, expect ruffles,

high necklines, A-line skirting and wide-leg denim, as well as a

divine spread of crushed velvet, hammered satin and metallic

rose-printed jacquard.

Ruby arcadia wrap top, aubrey trouser

NZ FASHION WEEK

Get your glad rags on for New Zealand’s biggest fashion event of the year.

From August 28, the country’s best designers will reveal their autumn/winter

2018 collections at New Zealand Fashion Week. This year’s line-up includes

Kate Sylvester, Ruby, Andrea Moore, Zambesi, Juliette Hogan and many more.

Ruby attico crew, cresent skirt

RELOCATION

Christchurch’s

Workshop store is

the latest retailer to

announce they will

be moving into The

Crossing. Re-locating

from Cashel Street,

the cult store will join

fashion giants H&M and

Topshop in the new

development.

image: gettyimages Workshop

located in Williams Street, Kaiapoi houses a mixture of

playful, urban and pretty high-end clothing, shoes and

jewellery from leading designers.

Pieces are stocked to suit all moods and occasions -

from casual weekends to more formal events.

Pieces that complement different types and ages of women

who all have a niche for fashion.

Sherie's vision is to deliver quality, affordable labels with

plenty of personality.

Seeking Lola Clarity Blouse

Delicate Floral $129

172a Williams Street, Kaiapoi, Ph: 03 327 2157

www.crazefashion.co.nz crazekaiapoi

EAT. SHOP. EXPERIENCE.

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STYLE | fashion 51

Rachel wears Loretta Dress by Karen Walker

$670, available at Rouche, with Zelda Blazer

$299, Belladonna Earrings $49 and Starlight

Necklace $29, all from Ruby.

STRICTLY

BUSINESS

Show the world who’s boss with our ultra-chic workwear edit

that will take you from day to night.

Stylist Victoria Tait Photography Charlie Jackson

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Earrings $49, both available at Ruby.

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Rouche, with Duplex Pant $497 by Taylor

and Mr Mossat bag $790 by Deadly Ponies,

also available at Rouche.

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STYLE | fashion 54

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Compartment Top $335, both by Taylor. Her

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SEASONAL WINTER

SKIN RITUALS

Words Clemency Alice

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Cream Cleanser

comprehensive beauty regime is essential

A to maintaining flawless skin during the winter

months. During the crisp, glacial days of winter,

our skin barrier becomes compromised, making

it more susceptible to dryness and sensitivity.

Here are some simple tips to help restore skin

vitality and a healthy, luminous glow.

SUFFICIENT SLEEP is essential since the

skin’s cellular repair activity is at its peak during

rest. Introduce evening ‘wind-down’ rituals to

promote a restorative, deep sleep (herbal teas,

aroma essences, soothing yoga poses).

FACE MASSAGE helps facilitate the draining

of unwanted toxins and increases oxygen flow

to the skin tissue.

WARM COMPRESS the skin with a gentle

aromatic infused cloth. After removing all

make-up and cleansing your skin, fill a bowl with

warm water and add a drop of lavender or blue

chamomile essential oil, then soak a face cloth

in the water and wring out the excess. Hold the

cloth over the face for a slow count of five. To

complete the ritual, massage the skin with three

to five drops of your go-to face oil.

CORRECTLY CLEANSE with a gentle

face cleanser and a delicate, floral toner (I

recommend La Prairie Purifying Cream Cleanser

and Softening and Balancing Lotion). Correct

cleansing rituals will remove impurities from the

skin and leave it feeling instantly refreshed. This

is a vital step as it preps the skin to efficiently

and effectively absorb serums and moisturisers.

FRESH AIR and brisk walks amongst nature

boost circulation and will cleanse and replenish

your skin from within. Before stepping out, apply

a few drops of your go-to face oil to provide

extra nourishment and protect it from the harsh

elements of wind and extreme temperatures.

DRY BRUSHING helps whisk away dead

skin cells and stimulate lymphatic flow. It is an

invigorating way to begin the day post-exercise

and pre-shower. Simply doing this for a few

minutes a day as part of your morning beauty

ritual can be transformative for your skin, while

also being very meditative and calming.

STAY HYDRATED with mineral-rich spring

water for optimum skin health. Cultivate a

ritual of preparing and drinking organic green

tea, as the high concentration of ‘polyphenols’

it contains will help protect your skin from

cellular damage. Sufferers of rosacea, eczema

and psoriasis will also benefit from drinking

green tea with its anti-inflammatory properties.

Ultimately, any kind of water intake throughout

the day will ensure hydration through reducing

the loss of moisture from the skin.

INTENSIVE MASK treatments are an

essential winter skin ritual for a luminous, radiant

skin. Select an overnight sleep mask to restore

the skin’s barrier function and retain moisture

during the resting phase. (My fav is La Prairie

Skin Caviar Luxe Sleep Mask.)

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PROBIOTICS

& PREBIOTICS:

THE ANSWER TO GOOD

GUT AND SKIN HEALTH

Using probiotics to keep your gut healthy has long been

recognised as an effective way to assist good bowel function

and to help control the metabolism. What is less widely known

is that keeping bacteria in balance is just as important for skin

health, writes Dr Iona Weir.

STYLE | wellbeing 59

WHAT ARE PROBIOTICS & PREBIOTICS?

Probiotics are live, good bacteria that occur

naturally in the body, although levels can be

boosted with supplements and particular

foods. Their main benefit is to the gut, as

they aid the digestion process. Prebiotics,

on the other hand, are specialised plant

fibres that do not occur naturally in the

body, and instead make their way into the

digestive system through the food we eat.

Prebiotics nourish and encourage the body’s

production of probiotics, improving the

good-to-bad bacteria ratio and enhancing

their effectiveness.

Every person has their own unique gut

and skin microflora (the balance of good and

bad ba cteria), which is directly inherited from

their mother.

THE BALANCING ACT

Balance of the gut microflora has been

discovered to be central to preventing

allergies, and when out of balance, eczema,

rashes, hives and conditions such as irritable

bowel syndrome and auto-immune disorders

can occur.

The use of probiotic supplements can help

keep the body in balance, as well as eating

foods such as yoghurt, kefir, avocado, miso

soup, pickles, kimchi, kombucha tea and,

thankfully, dark chocolate.

But, after a short time, usually after around

three to four weeks, your body will no

longer benefit from probiotic supplements

as your immune system begins to recognise

them as foreign bacteria. Because prebiotics

support the growth of your own unique

good bacteria probiotics, it’s a good idea to

use the two in combination, then, once your

“Your face is unique.

gut microflora is restored, Trust continue your injectable to take a

prebiotic to keep the balance wrinkle place. treatments

You’ll know when the probiotic to an experienced stops

working when common digestive Cosmetic issues Physician” start

returning. I usually take a prebiotic Medical in tandem

Director

Dr Heather Jefferies

with a probiotic for three weeks, and then

continue using the prebiotic for three

months before topping up my good bacteria

with a probiotic again.

It’s also important to remember probiotic

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their way through the digestive tract. Always

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unit probiotics. Probiotics that work are

expensive as they have to be specifically

micro-encapsulated (coated) to be

protected from the digestive enzymes and

acid in the stomach, which is also why it’s so

vital you take probiotics after a meal.

FACE VALUE

The skin, much like the gut, has its own

unique microflora. Lack of balance can have

any number of causes, including the use

of too many cleansers and soaps. Instead

of protecting against infection, this overscrubbing

results in damaging your own

natural and unique defences. It’s at this point

that bad bacteria run wild, causing outbreaks

of acne, inflammation, redness or dry and

irritated skin.

Over the years, many products have

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As well as exfoliating less and resisting

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What’s clear is that our gut and skin health

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CHAMPAGNE

ON ICE

A short trip south sees Kate Preece

sipping champagne in snowy surrounds.

The mighty mountain ranges that epitomise

Queenstown give nature the upper hand

in this tourist town. And, as if the views are

not enough, the crisp mountain air is quick to

wipe away any memory of the 55-minute flight

from Christchurch, cementing your arrival in

the adventure capital of the south.

Despite being surrounded by waterproofed

men, women and children, I had no intention

of hitting the snow-laden slopes. In fact, I had

only one destination in mind – the Hilton.

A $20 taxi ride from the airport and I am at

its door, ready to see what happens when a

luxury accommodation chain pairs up with a

Champagne house.

The room in which I am to rest my head is

one of a kind, thanks to a perfect partnership

between The Hilton and Veuve Clicquot. In

Queenstown, this means room 133 has had a

makeover. Renamed La Grande Dame Room

(until the end of August), muted tones of grey

and pink, with textural elements from fur,

velvet and wool, form a luxurious backdrop,

while Jo Malone’s lime, basil and mandarin

scent fills the air. Veuve-yellow highlights are at

every turn, from the flowers and cushions to

a framed LED-lit portrait of Madame Clicquot

– the ‘Grande Dame of Champagne’ herself.

An ice-filled bucket proffers a bottle of the

widowed French woman’s legacy, and a bath

with a water view promises to deliver on the

relaxation front.

My timing to visit the on-site Eforea spa

couldn’t have been better either. With the

annual Clicquot In The Snow festival in August,

there are opportunities at every turn to ‘have

champagne with that’, with spa treatments

being no exception.

An oasis of calm and professionalism, the spa

offers all the bells and whistles, from robes and

slippers to the use of a 25-metre swimming

pool, sauna and a post-treatment lounge.

Until September 30, the Veuve Clicquot Flute

& Facial is a 60-minute treatment customised to

target your skin’s needs, and finished with a flute

of Madame Clicquot’s finest. My Finnish beauty

therapist soon had me in a state of zen, the

world’s worries a million miles away, with not

a sound from the outside world, nor a note of

Enya to be heard. Bliss.

Dinner matched with Veuve Clicquot seemed

the only way to follow such an experience.

One of five Kawarau Village eateries,

Wakatipu Grill’s special wine-matched menu

also challenges the chef to base the threecourse

dinner around the ingredient of the

month – pumpkin for August. During my visit,

however, it was ‘pear’, with the finest dish being

prawn ravioli, with sweet and sour nashi pear,

fennel, pancetta and toasted buckwheat. The

2008 vintage served alongside it was also the

standout.

While Veuve doesn’t feature on the

breakfast menu, nearly everything else does.

Whether craving a croissant, eggs Benedict, or

a curry, the buffet will have you sated.

Sitting in Wakatipu Grill’s observatory-style

area, the sun streaming in as mist rolls gently

across the serene lake, I willed the clock to

slow its pace. The waterproofed ones were

fuelling up for another day of adrenaline and

hot chocolate, while all I could think about

was one more hour in the spa. Or, at the very

least, more time on the balcony of La Grande

Dame Room, sipping Veuve in the shadow of

the mountains.

64 STYLE | finance

FINANCIAL

HABITS

OF SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE

When you analyse the

habits of those considered

financially successful,

you start to see trends in

their everyday behaviour,

|Julian Lingard says.

THEY KEEP LEARNING

Once they’ve identified areas in which they want

to gain wealth, they start educating themselves in

those fields.

Invest in your own knowledge by reading the

relevant books, following the right bloggers and

spokespeople, and keeping up to date with

policy changes in the news. A lot of websites

in New Zealand even send daily or weekly

updates to your mailbox. There are tons of

resources out there (although it’s important

to first check their credibility), which will help

educate your financial decisions.

Resources such as goodreturns.co.nz or

investment.co.nz are good places to start, or, of

course, just ask your advisor for updates – we

live and breathe this stuff every day. Whatever

source you pick, stick to it – everyone has an

opinion and too much conflicting information

from multiple sources can be confusing,

overwhelming and prohibit action.

THEY ASK FOR WHAT THEY WANT

Most people realise that in order to create wealth

initially, their income needs to increase.

By creating more disposable income, you can

use it to generate wealth. Always look for how

you can add further value in the job you do by

seeking out training opportunities to widen your

skill set and increase your income.

What ‘value’ means can be different for every

company, but by building strong relationships

with your managers and the company’s

leadership you can begin to understand your

employer’s strategic goals and the role you play

within achieving them.

Asking for what you want takes confidence

and belief in your own value. Allow the

experience of mentors, in both an official and

unofficial capacity, to guide you on what to ask

for and when. It’s all part of the old adage – if

you don’t ask, you don’t get.

STYLE | finance 65

THEY GET ONTO THE PROPERTY LADDER EARLY

Buying a house as early as possible can open up the opportunity for other

investments.

By paying off your mortgage as quickly as you can, you can decrease

your interest costs and keep more money in your own pocket.

Once you reach particular loan-to-value ratios, you have the ability

to leverage other investments off your property, and use money you

formerly spent on mortgage repayments on potential income sources

like managed funds.

Property as an investment is an appreciating asset; it will build your

net wealth and create its own equity, too. It’s common to live within

your means, but by allocating your spend to a mortgage, rather than

rent or discretionary spending, you are building wealth.

THEY SEEK OUT PASSIVE INCOME OPTIONS

Passive income is the money received for little effort or personal time from

investments such as rental properties and shares.

If you’re looking at long-term passive income, rental properties could

be a good option as you’ll often have tenants paying off the mortgage.

However, once the mortgage payments are serviced, there may be

little tangible income left over.

Receiving regular lump-sum dividend payments from shares in a

company might be a better option for short-term passive income.

But it’s important, before investing, that you know what the pay-out

schedule is. For this kind of investment you also need a lump sum to

invest and the patience to wait for investment growth.

Don’t forget the option of setting up your own business, which plays

to your expertise, but can generate income based on minimal input

from you if you have someone else running the operation day to day.

Alternatively, an option can be to invest or partner in a business.

THEY RUN THEIR PERSONAL FINANCES LIKE A BUSINESS

Know the importance of budgeting and cashflow.

A lot of people spend their money ad hoc, so are surprised when the

$100 a week they think they allow for discretionary spending (e.g.

eating out) is actually closer to $200-$300. A clear budget helps keep

you on top of your spending and makes you aware how much you

actually have left over to invest. It also allows you to build accurate

financial goals that are specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and

time-based (SMART).

Successful businesses know where they are financially at all times –

personal finances should be no different.

THEY SPEND AND BORROW SMARTLY

Spend the right way and stick to budget.

Ideally, all spending should be done with cash that you have and

not bought on credit or hire purchase as you’ll be subject to higher

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THE BEST

OF 86

Motoring writer Ross Kiddie takes the sporty GT86 coupe for a

high-country blast.

THE SPECS

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PERFORMANCE: 0-100km/h, 7.4sec

FUEL USAGE: 8.4l/100km

was a little disappointed when Subaru

I withdrew their sporty two-door coupe –

the BRZ – from New Zealand’s market.

While the car lives on here in Toyota’s 86,

it was good to have that point of difference in

the marketplace, and considering that Subaru

engineered the BRZ/86, I felt it was right for

consumers to have a choice.

Nevertheless, Toyota is marketing the 86

with the recognition it deserves, and has

just given the stylish wee sports car a fairly

extensive upgrade.

Anyone will tell you I’m wildly enthusiastic

about the 86, it is a cool piece of kit and in its

latest iteration it is even more appealing. As you

would expect, it is further refined cosmetically,

and if performance is a key buying ingredient,

you’ll be pleased to find that it offers more

power – albeit in manual form only.

While I know most 86s sold here in New

Zealand will be autos, the market for manual

cars still exists, and this is one that I would

choose to buy in manual form as it’s such a

delight. The gearshift has short movement up

and down and across the gate, it moves with

direct action and can be moved as quickly

as the driver can manipulate. Clutch action

is also short but progressive, meaning that in

combination it offers a performance car feel

which will appeal to buyers. Also, the engine

develops so much natural torque that it can

be driven in tall gears at low speeds; that being

the case it’s not a matter of a manual shift

being a burden.

Toyota rate the horizontally opposed, fourcylinder

engine at 152kW and 212Nm (up

5kW and 7Nm). There’s no secret Subaru

supply the quad-camshaft unit, so it carries all

of the boxer engine characteristics that have

made that company so popular as an engine

builder.

Coupled with the six-speed transmission,

there is a solid flow of energy through the rev

band. It also comes with an audible howl, just

to lure the driver.

In terms of performance, the 86 can’t be

described as quick. It is capable of a 7.4sec

standstill to 100km/h time, but in sports car

terms that isn’t lightning speed. However,

what the 86 does do well is put the power to

ground in a fashion that entertains the driver.

Short-wheelbase, rear-wheel-drive cars have

unique handling characteristics, and while this

model offers a natural handling sensation,

the power outputs mean there is a definite

tendency for grip to be challenged. And therein

lies a key ingredient as to the way the 86 is set

up; it has a stepped traction control system,

and the driver can select settings whereby

oversteer can be forced, although this is only

ever encouraged on track.

Nevertheless, there is a constant feeling

when cornering hard that the rear will be a bit

tail-happy and when it does, TCS will rein it in,

but the point remains that the 86 is playful and

will constantly entertain the driver.

I took the test car through a series of tight

and twisty road sections and enjoyed its

balance and steerage. It has handling ability akin

to its concept, it is precise up front and the feel

from the rear is constantly involving.

In GT form the 86 rides on tyres an inch

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bigger in diameter than the standard car, but

even then the 215/45 x 17in Michelin rubber

struggles under power, it is delightful and part

of what makes the 86 so special. The brakes,

too, are sharp, the entire handling package is

undoubtedly special.

As mentioned, the 86 for 2017 gets extra kit

by way of the spec, and the cockpit has been

freshened with quality trim elements creating

a sporty environment that is also one of true

sports car heritage.

On the outside, the 86 has also had a bit of

a tidy up – notably the GT gets a functional

spoiler which is claimed to help high-speed

stability.

The 86 also returns realistic fuel usage

figures – Toyota claims an 8.4l/100km (34mpg)

combined cycle average.

If you have a young family, the 86 isn’t totally

selfish, it is effectively a 2+2 but you can seat

those small of stature in the rear.

Not only do I relate well to the 86 in roadgoing

form, I’m also kept entertained throughout

the summer series of motorsport and the 86

series has provided some close and exciting

racing. This is an area in which Toyota excels, and

its involvement in New Zealand motorsport is

long-standing and one which I hope continues.

Until that series restarts late in the year, I’ll

just have to relive the memory of my latest

86 drive, as it was certainly one of the most

enjoyable for the year so far.

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NOSTALGIA WITH

A MODERN TWIST

With more than 30 types

of loose-leaf tea, the Majestic Tea

Bar, Espresso & Chocolate is the

latest destination for

a quality cuppa.

Words Christine de Felice

sense of the city’s special history and legacy

has returned to Christchurch with the

opening of the Majestic Tea Bar, Espresso &

Chocolate in Barrington.

The driving force behind the project, Chris

Cox, is a strong believer in the importance of

retaining the connection with our past, much

of which he says has been lost both because of

the earthquakes, and more generally the pace

of modern life.

Customers can enjoy the comforting

ambience of nostalgia blended with a fresh,

modern approach at Majestic Tea Bar, Chris

says. As the name suggests, tea is the main

focus, but there certainly is a lot more on

offer, with a menu that encompasses coffee,

chocolate, cold drinks and a wide selection of

cabinet and menu food available, prepared by

their chefs in the kitchen.

Now in his 30s, Chris has been involved in

the franchise food industry since his early 20s,

both here and in Auckland, and has always had

a passion for food and people.

“I saw Majestic as an opportunity to express

myself and bring new things to an industry that’s

become typecast. I want to put more focus on

customer service and the customer experience.

“Majestic has a community and family focus.

I see it as a place where people can come and

catch up over a drink, the way our grandparents

used to do, but also a place for all ages to enjoy.”

With a keen eye for detail and opportunity,

Chris identified that tea was enjoying a huge

resurgence worldwide and decided to make

that the focus of the new business. The concept

for Majestic has been carefully developed

over the last two years, during which he did

extensive research here and overseas, and also

talked to family and friends about what they

would like and expect from the new cafe.

The fit-out has a vintage feel but it is modern,

fresh and embodies a colour scheme designed

to appeal to both men and women.

“I didn’t want that dark, industrial feel that

so many cafes have now. I wanted it to be

different. The plants represent the Palm Court

era and the aprons the staff wear have bibs like

the aprons our grandmothers wore.”

As a specialty tea store, Majestic offers more

than 30 different teas of all varieties, with others

to be added as time goes on. Only loose-leaf

tea is served, and in cast-iron teapots – a nod

to tea’s Chinese origins. Coffee lovers are

catered for with the usual selection of coffees,

plus there are chilled juices and soft drinks.

Customers can choose food from the cabinet,

or from the full kitchen menu, which will evolve

and change with the seasons.

“Our head chef, Mark, is a local. He grew

up in this area and has 15 years’ experience

around New Zealand. All our staff have at least

five years’ experience in the industry.”

Chris says he chose Barrington as the

location for Majestic as it has more of a

boutique, family feel to it than the larger

suburban malls around the city. There are also

a lot of owner/operated businesses rather than

chain stores, so business owners are more

invested in the local community, he says.

The Christchurch Majestic Tea Bar, Espresso

& Chocolate is the third in what he hopes will

become a nationwide brand. The other two

are in Auckland and Palmerston North.

“I see it as a national brand in the making

but I don’t want it to be everywhere. It needs

to stay special and we will continue to develop

it, so the novelty won’t wear off with our

customers.

“While we are franchising we need to be

very careful about who we allow to take on

this business. They need to have a strong

customer focus, determined to succeed but

above all else, love that brand for its origins.”

With tea being the world’s second-most

consumed beverage behind water, the future

of the Majestic Tea Bar, Espresso & Chocolate

brand looks promising – with Barrington a good

start for Christchurch.

70 STYLE | promotion

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Living Springs

Only a 20-minute drive from Christchurch, yet a world away from the busy-ness of the city, Living Springs offers stunning harbour views, a natural

bush setting, facilities for a variety of activities, and great food. The talented staff can guide your group through team-building activities, arrange a

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New Brighton Club

With its million-dollar view overlooking New Brighton Pier and

the beach, the New Brighton Club is a delightful venue for a range

of functions – from weddings, birthdays and anniversaries to work

functions.

With dedicated function rooms, it is easy to give your event the

personal touch by adding your own decorations, or simply take

advantage of the venue’s stylish décor. Accommodating up to 300

people, there’s no need to skimp on the invite list!

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Isaac Theatre Royal

Located in the heart of Christchurch city, the Isaac Theatre

Royal is a beautiful performance space, and a stunning and

memorable venue for private functions, corporate events, private

performances, awards dinners and much more.

Under the impressive original 1908 ceiling dome lies the

Auditorium theatre stage, which can accommodate up to

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making it an ideal venue for a plethora of occasions, such as

conferences and wedding ceremonies.

Take the gorgeous heritage marble staircase to Level 1 and you’ll

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72 STYLE | food news

FOOD

NEWS

Words Vanessa Ortynsky

A TASTE OF AKARUA

Akarua, situated in beautiful Central

Otago, has a reputation for producing

world-class pinot noir. The enticingly

fragrant Pinot Noir 2015 laces sweet

spice, dark cherry and plum alongside

thyme, dried herbs and spicy oak.

HONG KONG STREET EATS

New to Victoria Street, Sister Kong is Christchurch’s

very first bao house. Taking inspiration from the

authentic baijiu houses of Hong Kong to re-invent

bao burgers with unique flavours like saffron and chilli,

Sister Kong is giving notable Hong Kong eateries like

Little Bao a run for their money.

A NEW CROWNE

Crowne Plaza has officially opened its doors, providing

visitors and Christchurch locals with a handful of new

culinary options. Start the day at Café 1851, which

serves up Mojo coffee in a Scandinavian-style interior

before trying a French martini at Social Wine Bar, and

settling in for dinner at The Market Place.

CHARCOAL IS THE NEW BLACK

Activated charcoal was originally sold in organic stores for its

health benefits, mainly to cleanse the system. It’s now served

in numerous varieties, from cold-press juices to tarts. One

of our favourite cafés, Uncommon, even offers a buttermilkfried

chicken burger, which is wedged between an activated

charcoal and coconut bun. We can’t get enough of the stuff,

which is also said to miraculously cure hangovers.

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Pinot Noir 2016

Brighten your winter meals with a glass

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Saturday - Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm

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Monday - Friday 8:30am - 6:30pm

Saturday - Sunday 8:30am - 6:00pm

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UNCOMMON

KNOWLEDGE

For a relaxed atmosphere and

exceptional flavours, look no

further than Uncommon, the

brightest and most exciting

addition to Christchurch’s bold

new café scene.

Words Vanessa Ortynsky

Inspired by their time spent living in

Melbourne, Kiwi couple Natasha Rooney and

Scott O’Driscoll returned to Christchurch to

open Uncommon. The minimalist café is light,

airy, and filled with plenty of greenery. It also

serves up Christchurch’s best brunch.

Uncommon offers an unrivalled dining

experience regardless of when you visit, and

always offers a unique twist on café classics.

I often find myself stopping by for a morning

coffee made with beans from the neighbouring

C4 or enjoying a leisurely weekend breakfast of

beautifully-plated buttermilk pancakes. It’s never

easy deciding on a dish at Uncommon as every

menu item is made with high quality, locally

sourced produce. Fortunately, their fantastic

breakfast board offers the best of both worlds –

I urge you to try it next time you’re in.

On this particular visit, we arrive in time for

lunch, as I’m eager to try their fried chicken

burger. Served on an activated charcoal and

coconut bun, the buttermilk-fried chicken is

both crispy and tender. It comes with paprikasprinkled

chips and a strawberry milkshake,

making it the perfect lunchtime treat. The pork

belly banh mi is another crowd-pleaser, further

demonstrating Scott O’Driscoll’s culinary range.

Uncommon offers fine-dining quality food in a

relaxed environment.

Presentation is key at Uncommon, where

every dish is a work of art. Watch as plates

emerge from the open-plan kitchen and marvel

at the seamlessness of the whole operation.

Whether you find yourself at Uncommon for

breakfast, lunch or even a coffee, the attention to

detail, service and overall experience are nothing

short of exceptional. It is a standout café and a

real asset to the central city.

Uncommon • 262 Tuam St, Christchurch

379 3977 • uncommoncafe.co.nz

TASTE DIRECTORY

RIVERVIEW RESTAURANT

Located in the Cashmere Club, the

Riverview Restaurant offers quality,

affordable a la carte dining.

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 for Lunch: Wed, Thurs, Fri & Sun.

Open for Dinner from 5.30pm Tues to Sun.

(Closed Mon). Fully Licensed.

50 Colombo Street, Christchurch

Phone: 03 332 0092

www.cashmereclub.co.nz

Members, guests & affiliates welcome

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 from

6.30am serving breakfast, lunch & dinner.

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AlvArAdo’s MexicAn

cAntinA

Come and try our TRADITIONAL

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Alvarados is the essential destination for

experiencing true Mexican cuisine.

Open daily from 11.00am.

77 Stevens Street, Phillipstown, Christchurch

Ph 03 374 4149

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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

Fisherman’s WharF

Spectacular Harbour Views

Fisherman’s Wharf Restaurant offer’s a

warm & friendly atmosphere over looking

the working port of Lyttelton. We have a

range of wonderful meal options to suit

all. Seafood, Steaks, Burgers, Thai dishes,

Vegetarian, pasta & kids meals. We serve

only the freshest locally caught fish & our

produce is also fresh & from the local

markets. From our boats to your plate.

Now open for Breakfast Sat/Sun from 8am.

39 Norwich Quay, 8082 Lyttelton.

Ph 328 7530

www.lytteltonwharf.co.nz

Open Wed to Sun 11.30am to late

TASTE DIRECTORY

Delicious

Light Bites

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.

NEW ! Delicious ‘Light Bites Menu’ !

$20 Cork n Fork Lunch - includes

a beverage !

The PERFECT Function Venue !

Open 7 Days, 9am - 1am

Cnr Riccarton Road & Mona Vale Avenue,

Riccarton. Phone: 03 343 5378

www.trevinos.co.nz

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

GARDEN BUFFET

RESTAURANT

Extensive selection of dishes ranging

local favourites through to International

cuisine. Also famous for delicious desserts.

Definitely something to satisfy any

taste.

August feature: EAST meets WEST,

The Taste of Asia.

Available Dinner only Fri 18 - Sun 20

and Fri 25 - Sun 27 August.

Open daily for lunch and dinner

110 Marshland Road, Christchurch.

Ph 386 0088 www.gardenhotel.co.nz

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UnCommon adjective

not common; rare; exceptional;

above the ordinary; remarkable.

An hour drive

from CHCH

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

uncommon

Uncommon pride themselves on providing

an out-of-the-ordinary café experience

that showcases the region’s finest produce

where fine dining techniques, flavours

and presentation meet next-level service

in modern, contemporary surrounds.

You’ll find modern twists on café classics,

including their famous Breakfast Board and

Hot Cakes. Discover a slice of Melbourne

café cool right here in Christchurch!

Opens: Mon - Fri 7am - 3pm,

Sat & Sun 8am - 4pm

262 Tuam Street, Christchurch

03 379 3977 or uncommonchch@gmail.com

terrACe downs resort

What better way to spend an afternoon

with friends or family than having a high

tea in the tranquil setting of Terrace

Downs Resort. Available everyday

11am - 3pm.

Make your Sunday special with our

popular Sunday buffet. Enjoy a delicious

menu of classic and International

flavours. Every Sunday 12.30pm.

Remember Father’s Day, Sept 3rd.

Treat Dad to an extra special day.

*Bookings essential, call today: 03 318 6943

Email: info@terracedowns.co.nz

SELWYN TASTE DIRECTORY

The Silver Dollar Bar &

reSTauranT

Visit the Silver Dollar Bar & Restaurant

to experience a selection of fine wines, cold

beers and great food. The extensive lunch

& evening menu includes a variety of dishes,

both affordable satisfying meals as well as

‘Special Dishes’… Relax in comfort in either

the amazing indoor Bar & Restaurant or

large sunny & sheltered courtyard.

Open Monday – Sunday 11am – 11pm

Now open for breakfasts, Sunday’s 9am – 12pm

Bookings Essential. Ph 03 347 0386

www.silverdollarbar.co.nz

871 Jones Rd, Rolleston

The Silver Dollar - the place that supports your community.

Quartz -

Wine Bar & restaurant

The friendly Quartz team offers great service

in a comfortable, modern setting. An extensive

food & beverage menu has something

for everyone. Delicious, hearty versions of

favourites - burgers, steaks, fish, chicken &

salads. The earlybird special entices families to

dine before 6pm with $5 kids meals, leaving

an ambient setting later for couples or friends

catching up. Bookings appreciated.

82 Rolleston Drive. Ph 03 347 4192

www.quartzrolleston.co.nz

Opening Hours: Mon-Thurs 4.30pm-Late.

Fri-Sun 12pm-Late. Follow us on Facebook

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)

THE PEDAL PUSHER

ROLLESTON

Vibrant Funky Gastro Pub with Great

Food, Great atmosphere... Fantastic

service... Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner..

Make us your local... your home away

from home!!

Open 7 days - 9am till Late

Bookings recommended

Ph 03 260 0866

www.thepedalpusher.co.nz

55 Faringdon Boulevard, Rolleston

284-286 Lincoln Road, Addington

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 European cheeses. Fine

foods and artisan goods adorn the rustic

pallet shelving along with tempting treats

for gluten, dairy and sugar-free devotees.

Try the awesome takeaway Atomic coffee

or turmeric latte. Gift hampers & vouchers

available. Gourmet Platters to order.

5 Robert Street, Lincoln | 03 325 7717

Mon-Sat 7am – 6pm Sun 10am – 4pm

www.thelincolnpantry.co.nz

www.facebook.com/thelincolnpantry

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

12pm to Last seating around 8pm

780 Old Tai Tapu Road

P: 03 329 6819

taitapuhotel@xtra.co.nz

www.wix.taitapuhotel.com

Aaron Pero, Sophie Freear

Sally, Sam, Beany and Susie Hooper

SISTER KONG BAO HOUSE

OPENING

he platoon of maneki-neko, suspended rank and file upon

the wall, gazed down, their hypnotic beckoning paw bidding

guests to enter Sister Kong. The door situated at the end of the

lane, running off elegant Victoria Street, opened into a welcoming

establishment of exotic hospitality. Brocade-clad dancers moved

gently, each fan flutter as gentle as a dove’s wing, capturing the

eye, whilst trays of food seduced the palate. Small whirlpools of

conversation eddied about the room, connecting to form a joyous

hubbub into which all were drawn, until that old party-pooper

named closing time, rang down the curtain on the evening.

Robbie Larkin, Rebecca Stewart

Vanessa Ortynsky, Lis De Brouwer, Alice Laing

Nikki Johnston, Beany Hooper, Paul Johnston

Phil and Joelle Reid

Curious to know

what it’s worth?

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

Kirsty Gilchrist, Michelle Haggart

Lisa Dermott, Opal Tait

Lilly Moore, Suzanne Carson

PARTRIDGE JEWELLERS VIP

BRIDAL SHOWCASE

Brightly gleaming like the eyes of angels, the treasures at

Partridge Jewellers boldly proclaimed a striking presence as,

stepping in with thanks for liberation from the elements, attendees

made ready to enjoy the eponymous VIP Bridal Showcase. Fine

examples of the jewellery art were displayed in concert with

gowns, fit to envelope any adored lady upon her nuptial day. The

sizzle of bubbling wine chuckling in stemmed flutes, made an

attractive compliment to the unfolding evening. Beautiful things

made with skill, presented with elegance, to be finally given with

love to bless a union.

Sally and Kate Baker

Tiffany Chittenden, Jennifer Hamilton

Elizabeth and Esther McEwan

Brighten your

home with

decorative glass

Splashbacks

Bench tops & side

Bathrooms

Windows & mirrors

58 Fitzgerald Ave | Ph: 338 3733

ajcreativeglass.co.nz

Total Food Equipment

MAGIMIX

COOK EXPERT

A truely

Multifunction

Cooking Food

Processor

GIFTWARE HOMEWARE COOKWARE APPLIANCES

218 Moorhouse Ave (by Durham St bridge) • Ph: 03 366 6912 •www.tfe.co.nz

Peter and Rose Townsend

Liann and Ian Scott

Richard Dalman, Marion Smart

GEORGE HOTEL 30TH BIRTHDAY

Sophie Pascoe, Tom Casey

Three decades of hospitality in Christchurch were celebrated recently as The

George Hotel reached a grand milestone. The 30th anniversary could not

pass without bringing together a company of those who had, over the years,

enjoyed a close association with the elegant establishment. It came to pass then,

that they gathered to dine, wine and reminisce in the fellowship of friends, both

old and new. By evening’s end, all the elements had combined to make this little

piece of history, an occasion to remember.

Clive and Eilidh Jones

Bruce Garrett, Lianne Dalziel, Robbie Davidson

Chris Emerson, Pauline Lamb

Nikki Rigby, Mary Washington

Georgie Warren, Francesca Miller

HEAD OVER HEELS OPENING

Shoes, marvellous shoes danced across the view of guests at the grand

opening of Head Over Heels, weaving a magical path leading to a trove of

temptations to tantalise the feet. Outside, the misery of winter inflicted brutal

mockery upon High Street, savage winds slicing like invisible razorblades into

forlorn pedestrians, in contrast to the merriment within. Joyous noise rose to a

deafening pitch as pair after pair were tried on. I dare say that they will pop up

at some elegant affaires in the spring and summer, the seasons of cup days and

garden parties.

Ashleigh and Frankie Ogilvie-Lee

Mandy Chambers, Pip Robinson, Audrey Malone

Kate Hanning, Natalie Roberts

Greta Washington, Jessica McKenzie

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style

noun

elegance and sophistication.

synonyms: flair, grace, poise,

polish, suaveness, urbanity,

chic, finesse, taste, class,

comfort, luxury, affluence,

wealth, opulence, lavishness.

Established in 2007, Access Lock

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Magazine | style.kiwi

Martin Horgan, Briar Nash

Philip Carter, Mike Ryan

Fiona Woodham, Amy Forsyth

CROWNE PLAZA

CHRISTCHURCH GRAND

OPENING

Shane and Leonie Le Compte

Like a beacon shining across the inner-city desolation, the

Crowne Plaza Christchurch shot a beam of hospitality,

guiding invited guests to the grand opening party. Stations

of culinary excellence surrounded the room and waiters with

Champagne-laden trays blithely glided throughout the crowd. An

interlude from the social joy was taken, enabling the formalities

to be performed, plaudits, anecdotes and thanks falling from

the lips of the speakers. The city’s latest hotel sits upon a portal

to the past, sharing as it does, a common foundation with

Christchurch’s first hostelry, the Golden Fleece.

Dean Alderton, Krisztina Kormoczi, Graham Murray

Clark Pritchard, Sebastian Negri, Naomi Rushmor

Simon and Serina Rees

Patrick Hesse, Nicki Wagner

Geraldine Eulink, Alison Pollock

OUR NEW SUPERSTAR!

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84 STYLE | etiquette

WHAT

NOT

TO DO IN A

LUXURY

SPA

When staying at a luxury lodge, make

use of the facilities – but do behave.

Words Victoria Tait

1. TREATMENT ROOMS

Paper knickers are a spa treatment essential. If you haven’t used

them before, take a moment to look at the configuration first...

Be assured, there’s a front and a back. Remember these are for

treatments only – some items should never be shown in public

and this is one of them.

2. GETTING FRISKY

If you are visiting as a couple, we think it’s lovely that you’d like

to enjoy a relaxing massage together, however, remember, your

room is just down the hall... so pick up your paper knickers and

off you go.

3. BOOZE

It’s never a good idea to overindulge before a massage or facial.

It might seem like a good idea at the time but the reality is you’ll

sleep through it, wake up with one hell of a hangover and pay a

large fee for something you totally missed.

4. DRESS CODE

Do your research before you derobe. In a German or Austrian

spa it’s bad manners to wears clothes, yet in a New Zealand spa

we’re far too conservative to go for the birthday suit.

5. IN THE POOL AREA

This is a fact: striking up a conversation with someone in the hot

tub, steam room or sauna looks like you’re trying to pick them

up. Don’t be naïve, just be quiet.

style

noun

elegance and sophistication.

synonyms: flair, grace, poise,

polish, suaveness, urbanity,

chic, finesse, taste, class,

comfort, luxury, affluence,

wealth, opulence, lavishness.

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86 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 August 31.

TRUE BEAUTY

The beauty of the new Avon True make-up

range is in its simplicity – honest, functional

products that you can consistently rely on

to achieve your look. Avon True embodies

effortless beauty and uncompromising results.

We have a $150 pack containing everything you

need to create your look in moments.

CLEAN AIR

The Unovent® home ventilation system gives you a drier, warmer and

healthier home for up to 75% less than the cost of other systems. With

an easy installation and low running costs, it’s a great option to help

cleanse the air in your home or holiday house. We have one Unovent®

Outlet System Kitset with three units (worth $1,351.25) to give away

to one lucky reader.

TRANSPORT YOURSELF

Take away the winter blues with this ultra-pampering treatment at one of

Christchurch’s most renowned day spas, Jouvence. Indulge in 60 minutes

of rejuvenation in a ritual inspired by ancient oriental techniques. It starts

with an aromatic syrup to cleanse and detoxify the skin, followed by an

exfoliation technique using a Moroccan terracotta pumice stone, and

ends with a self-warming hydrating modelling oil eases body tensions

and gently transports you into a state of pure relaxation. We have one

treatment to gift to one very lucky reader.

LAST MONTH’S WINNERS: EGG: Eileen Holden, LOTUS: Rachel Welbeloved, CADBURY: Lauren Samuels

*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

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Colour Specialists

Hue is a specialist hair colouring salon

We don’t do “dos”, we just do colour

UNIT 2, 1105 FERRY ROAD

HUE FERRYMEAD

0508 225 5483

Hue Ponsonby

100 Franklin Rd

Auckland

Hue Mt Eden

12 Normanby Rd

Auckland