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Cathrin Schaer visits a country which appears different from the headlines.

It's important to retain a touch of nostalgia when updating your holiday home.

Viva finds out more about the online shopkeepers behind Wocolate.

Viva explores the globe following three intrepid women taking the path least travelled. Rosie Walford takes us on the second venture through rough terrain which became more a journey of self-discovery.

If you can handle pushy service and bland decor, you'll be rewarded with some exceptionally good Malaysian cuisine at this New Lynn eatery.

Haley McCrystal touches base in the 'Land of Gods'.

Ninety-year-old Iris Apfel hasn't let age quash her unique (and timeless) style.

The talented Loheni sisters run their fashion label Lew Lew out of a Kingsland villa. Gua tells Viva more about her style.

These days, your bathroom can be what ever you want it to be. Designer Mark Bickerstaffe gives Viva a peek into their future.

The tomato sauce used in this recipe is a goodie and can be used as a simple pasta sauce, a base for a lasagne or layered through vegetables covered with cheese and breadcrumbs for a baked gratin.

Avoid workaday hands with a little personal pampering.

Sione's 2 star Teuila Blakely talks to Viva about her fashion past and her laid-back approach to summer living.

Ben and Tam DeHaan take time out from organising Matakana's Bloom festival to tell Viva a little about what keeps them ticking.

A new breed of restaurant star is on the horizon.

There's no need to be dull in looking forward.

We have a lot riding on the nation's favourite grape.

The sophisticated menu at Waiheke vineyard Te Motu's restaurant The Shed is astonishingly good.

From her sewing machine to Peter Saville album covers, fashion designer Katie Battersby tells Viva about some of her favourite things.

When planning your summer menus, make the most of what's readily available.

Discover some worthy newcomers on the skincare shelves.

Get the goss on this week's hottest fashion loves and upcoming social events.