Avocados are extremely versatile. The texture of a just-ripe avocado is perfect to add to salads and sandwiches, as in this recipe. Always treat the avocado with respect and nothing more than the gentlest handling to avoid bruising and creating dark marks in the flesh. It is important to purchase the freshest salmon possible for this sophisticated salad recipe.
Abode’s kitchen and bathroom expert, Nicky Claridge, takes a close look at two vital ingredients in great kitchen design; beautiful benchtops and smart storage solutions
With comfort and style at its heart, and the ability to learn how you like to drive, the Mercedes A Class is a small car that’s making a big impression.
Whether you’re planning an evening on the grass at Christmas in the Park, or taking a Sunday drive with the family, Total Food Equipment recommends keeping it simple and fresh with a yummy picnic.
South African interior designer Sarah Ord has splashed colour and pattern across every room in her new family home, combining antiques with modern-day fabrics to celebrate all the loves of her life.
A home architecturally designed in the 60s, and recently renovated and extended by Blair Cunningham Construction, showcases the timeless appeal of fine design.
There were hidden complexities to building this elegant, understated home on the streamés edge, but the experienced team from James Mackay Builders made it look easy.
Four units have become two spacious homes in CYB Construction's tasteful reimagining of an intriguing piece of Christchurch’s architectural history.
Building a new home can be a daunting prospect, especially when the project comes at the end of a long negotiation phase. DJ Hewitt makes the journey as smooth as possible, for everyone involved.
SMBC architectural builders take a leaf from the past and a look to the future in designing and delivering two stylish townhouses.
Meet the wanaka couple committed to living their lives to the full within a very small footprint.
When putting your home on the market, first impressions count.
Take the stress out of the Christmas season and start planning now for festive entertaining
Takahe Construction specialise in building and repairing architecturally-designed houses. The renovation of this bespoke home challenged and rewarded their expertise.
The longer days and warmer nights have begun and that's got the team at Total Food Equipment thinking about entertaining.
In delivering a private rural sanctuary for a Christchurch family, Metzger Builders won their clients’ unconditional approval and a few awards as well.
From muddy paddock to sheltered oasis, Kamo Marsh teamed up with a Halswell family to create this stunning outdoor retreat.
Some colours are renowned for their ultimate flexibility and compatibility; white and black are perennial favourites. But bringing in the blues is just as enabling when it comes to creating versatile interiors.
Whether renovating or designing a new bathroom, achieving an optimal result requires a combination of excellent product knowledge and expert design input.
The faultless craftsmanship on this Christchurch home built by Casa Construction suggests a company at the top of its game.
