It was a relaxed wedding in Kerikeri, coupled with a traditional Hindu ceremony at the Winter Gardens for Samantha and Kishan.

In the countdown to the Marr Factory spring-summer fashion shows, Viva asks the top designers taking part to share their views on one topic: individuality.

Man of the moment Mike Van de Elzen talks to Fiona Ralph about his latest moves: a new restaurant, a new book, and his next travelling roadshow.

Perfume is a basic need - one that should not be denied, writes Noelle McCarthy.

Exhausted after a few days’ partying, the runway diva jumps into bed at London’s Chiltern Firehouse to talk fashion, boys and bunny rabbits with Bryony Gordon.

Meet the fairy godmother helping South Auckland girls become princesses on ball night.

This couple went for casual and custom-made, at Old Forest School in Pongakawa Valley.

Janetta Mackay ponders the blurring of lines in the fashion and sport's worlds.

We speak to Libby Grace about her rapidly growing new venture.

Galleries, island getaways and gardening are top of the interior designer’s list

When it comes to sourcing fabulous finds for your interiors, Newmarket has much to offer. Rebecca Barry Hill explores.

Try this pork loin roast, with extra flavours and textures from the stuffing.

Angela Casley creates memorable twists on the traditional Sunday roast.

This is a great centrepiece for a dinner party, where everyone can help themselves. It's delicious with crisp Asian greens, rice and a nice white wine.

Angela Casley's poussin makes a perfectly luxurious dinner.

What do our national foods say about us as a nation? Nici Wickes asks.

Pairing wines with roast meats is easy with a little know-how, writes Jo Burzynska.

Anya Hindmarch, founder of the eponymous luxury handbag brand, tells Graham Ruddick that the new chief executive — a Kiwi — has paved the way for growth — and family time.

Try this moist muffin recipe from Eleanor Ozich

This authentic Malaysian cafe is doing good for the community, and its customers.

Two weeks out from the Marr Factory fashion shows, hair stylist and entrepreneur Stephen Marr tells Rebecca Barry Hill about life behind the scenes.

On the eve of a trip to New Zealand, the revered food writer is engagingly forthcoming, finds Nici Wickes.

British cast-offs are destroying Ghana’s ethnic garment industry, writes Ian Burrell.

Dame Trelise Cooper is the recipient of the Mercedes-Benz Presents international accolade. She talks to Rebecca Barry Hill.

A selection of dishes combines different tastes and textures in delicious ways, writes Nici Wickes.

Amisfield’s Jay Sherwood tells Fiona Ralph about the book celebrating the winery and bistro where he is head chef.

An Auckland family finds beauty and freedom in an architecturally adventurous home, writes Claire McCall.

We speak to Al Brown about his new premise and passion for artisanal bagels

Catching up with an old friend reminds Noelle McCarthy how far she has come.