Eleanor Ozich of Petite Kitchen shares her recipe for no-knead bread.

Bottling is a stringent process but, once in a rare while, misfortune can occur, writes Jo Burzynska.

We chat to the writer, as she prepares to visit to New Zealand.

Janetta Mackay goes ahead of the trends for an in-depth look at developments.

Audrey Diwan, co-author of a new French bible, on channelling one's inner Parisian and becoming imperfectly perfect, messy bed hair and all.

Michael Van de Elzen's new joint serves original yet simple and familiar fare: a formula that keeps Nici Wickes going back for more.

Never underestimate the power of community - Open Table, the new bustling cafe in Ellerslie, is testament to it.

The blogger's favourite shares some of his favourite things.

Warm weather's a blast with these beauties, says Janetta Mackay.

So you thought facials were just about relaxation and hydration? Think again, says Janetta Mackay.

Style is about developing your own look, about accentuating the positive, embracing your flaws and taking risks.

A new season is a good time to purify the mind, body and soul - so start with a sparkling, flawless complexion.

Noelle ponders how to go from unkempt, off-the-radar to the streets of Paris.

Guy Kaho'ohanohano has been a flight attendant for Hawaiian Airlines for 14 years, travelling to San Diego multiple times a year. He shares his insider tips to the city.

Makeup artist Francois Nars has worked with everyone from Richard Avedon to Kate Moss. Twenty years on from the launch of his own line, Rebecca Gonsalves discovers he's still a shade ahead of the game.

A radical approach to tradition is the perfect blueprint for today's Dior woman, writes Dan Ahwa from Paris.

Stella McCartney shies away from the Paris pomp to put focus back on Seventies simplicity.

A need-to-know checklist of five design stores to visit on Auckland’s North Shore.

A couple’s passion for travel is reflected in their collection of beautiful finds sourced from as far afield as Ethiopia and India.

The accessories designer unwinds out of town, or at one of Auckland’s amazing eateries.

Guests were treated to an evening of vitality, with inspiring talks from naturopath Nellie Pigot, wellbeing expert Jo Brown and integrative doctor Kathleen Wills.

Recipes editor Angela Casley enjoys pastry — savoury, sweet and simply scrummy for any occasion.

Try these French favourites - light and sweet, palmiers are ideal to have on hand to serve with a strong coffee.

You can't go past a traditional steak filling as in Angela Casley's steak and mushroom pie.

This fancy take on beef wellington is great for a dinner party - have it all ready to hit the oven while your guests are enjoying a glass of wine.

A week’s worth of events is proof enough that this city is gunning for a title — design capital of the world.

What better way to celebrate the 60s youthquake of iconic New Zealand boutique Elle than with a new wave of exciting designers in 2014?

Oak has been used for centuries to age wine, but winemakers are experimenting with alternatives and there is even a shift to native timber, writes wine editor Jo Burzynska.

New openings and new brands to love.