This week's issue of Viva is set to get you in the mood for summer.

Angela Casley’s picnics are fresh, super tasty and inspired by family favourites.

Take a look at the new boutique brand from Glassons.

The change of season is upon us, bursting with life and new wines to savour. Jo Burzynska shares her top picks.

Karen Walker sent her latest collection called Utopia down the runway at New York Fashion Week this morning. Described as a mix of “traditional Eastern utility with modern urban practicality”, the collection also features two new collaborations with accessories label Benah and sneakers with BePositive. The collection will be available in New Zealand from February 2014.

Viva wine editor Jo Burzynska reports on the results of the International Wine and Spirit Competition, released today.

Angela Casley creates a quick but impressive tuna salad.

Angela Casley creates the perfect picnic ready meatloaf.

A deliciously sweet strawberry tart.

As she heads off on holiday, Noelle McCarthy reveals her secrets to feeling like a million dollars - even when you're at the back of the plane.

Kitesurfing and adrenalin sports keeps Maria Bjorkman energised and stress-free.

Sort yourself for spring by taking simple steps for a more vital you.

Salad days are here, says Angela Casley, thanks to spring’s abundance of tasty, fresh ingredients.

From The Big Bang Theory to The Graham Norton Show, New Zealand wines are popping up in movies and TV shows.

Cuisine tells the story of a country and its culture, says Nici Wickes.

Up-cycling expert Sarah Lancaster loves her mismatched zip earrings, hot-pink shoes - and hanging out with her beloved 'Jane'.

Chanel's lampooning show featured a gallery with 'works of art' and a Jay-Z soundtrack - oh, and truly wonderful clothes.

Grab a bargain at Zambesi's flash sale, head along to the Cult Couture fashion show or visit High Street's latest addition.

Petite Kitchen's Eleanor Ozich creates a delightfully sugar free roasted granola.

All-American supermodel Arizona Muse talks to Janetta Mackay about her career ­- and her unusual name.

As Paris Fashion Week draws to a close, Lisa Armstrong offers her guide to which fashion weeks matter - and why.

This week's issue of Viva is dedicated to embracing the positive energy that spring brings and finding ways to keep feeling vital all year round.

Local accessories label Deadly Ponies is starting a "guerrilla" store within Ponsonby Rd curios shop Flotsam and Jetsam.

Chef Nic Watt is set to open new Auckland restaurant Masu - with the process featuring in TV show Testing the Menu.

Shiny black dumplings cocooned in a bamboo basket take Nici Wickes beyond Cantonese flavours.

Looking for inspiration when it comes to creating more balance in your life? We look what's hot right now for looking and feeling fabulous.

A healthy mind is just as important as an active body for wellbeing. Clinical psychologist Meagan Spence answers a few questions on staying mentally healthy.