Latest from Viva

Indulge in Nigel Slater's decadent marsala almond chocolate slice

A rich, chocolatey indulgence from the beloved British food writer's new cookbook.

Inside Treetops, the secluded luxury lodge nestled among a lush forest

For those planning holidays ahead, this retreat just outside of Rotorua is worth it.

So seductive: Sex is back in fashion and a fresh era of flaunt has arrived

All it took was a pandemic to stoke our collective desire for sensuality.

James Bond's call to cashmere: The quiet evolution of spy casual

The spy has a licence to thrill, even in a more loose-fitting wardrobe.

Stirred, not shaken: How Stanley Tucci makes martinis

"It is not rare for me to sport a portable Martini kit on a film set."

Transport yourself to the Istrian peninsula with Paola Bacchia's chicken and roasted peppers

This comforting dish's secrets lie in tomatoes, marjoram and roasted capsicum.

Jesse Mulligan's fine dining odyssey: A quest for great sashimi and lamb

Jesse's level 3 takeout tour continues with a search for the seaborne and the succulent.

The insider guide to planning a wedding during a pandemic

Navigate this new reality and prepare for your special day with confidence.

Style liaisons with artist and photographer Ophelia Mikkelson Jones

Meet the treasured creative who shot the cover art for Lorde's new album.

Spruce up your garden with this year's expert-approved landscaping trends

Three leading landscape designers on making your palms and your potagers flourish.

Classical studies: Clothes to softly tie, wrap and cascade across your body

Turn to Hellenic-inspired draping — because these days, comfort is king.

Emma Lewisham is sharing her trade secrets with the entire beauty industry

It's a matter of collaboration over competition for the skincare founder.

Inside a luxury coastal bach that floats high on a Mangawhai headland

This dart-shaped holiday home provides a spectacular nest above the sea.

The dreamy drop earrings to add to your jewellery box now

From the pendulous to the simply pretty, consider the addition of sweeping accessories.

Incredible easy sweet potato and cinnamon biscuits

Drizzle over a bit of honey for a chewy, sticky delight.

Our favourite at-home beauty treatments to keep skin happy

Upgrade your skincare game with these at-home facials to slather on in between episodes.

This creamy, custardy vegan creme brulee is worth making this weekend

The best — and easiest — vegan-friendly version of your favourite custard dessert.

Get your gourmet: Auckland's best takeaways right now

Your guide to level 3's delicious pick-ups and deliveries.