Angus Allan used to cook for the world's richest man. Now the entrepreneurial former chef is poised to take his gourmet yoghurt brand to Europe.

Gucci is 90. To mark its birthday, the luxury label is paying homage to the classic designs that made it great.

Originally from the United States, Mike Weesering and his partner Claudia planted the first grapes on their Pyramid Valley vineyard in North Canterbury in 2000.

Janetta Mackay looks at how to get control without resorting to helmet hair.

In a technology-dominated world it is heartening to find young craftspeople creating tangible and beautiful products.

Largely considered to be fashion's equivalent of the Oscars, the CFDA Fashion Awards were held last week in New York.

Bruno Noble comes from the very best of design stock. Here, he shares a few of his favourite things.

Moet Hennessy brand manager Rai Banbury knows a thing or two about luxury.

Viva welcomes a new standout to Auckland's dining scene.

Get your bling on to enjoy the higher end delights of the vinous scale.

These creams are way too rich for most budgets.

We looked for luxury services, so you don't have to.

The world of fashion VIPs isn't just about the social pages or sitting in the front row - Viva peeks into the VIP salon.

Treat your friends to a long, leisurely lunch to beat the cold weather blues.

It's always a bit nerve-racking when an old favourite changes hands but thankfully this Grey Lynn tapas joint keeps it 'local'.

Frank Liew, owner of Qubic Store, shares his favourite things with Viva.

Winter is a time of rich and earthy flavours. Viva selects some robust wines that suit the season's cuisine and asks the opinion of their makers on the best foods to go with them.

DIY or salon-styled, here's how to make school ball hair and makeup stand out.

Magazine editor Justine Williams likes to keep up to the minute.

Britain-based Anna Hansen's star is on the rise, with a new cookbook out and plans for a new London cafe.

A maitre d' can be the making or breaking of a restaurant. Viva meets Auckland's best.

We like it when fashion gets thoughtful, and clearly Miu Miu does too, bringing together some of fashion's top "thinkers" and influencers for their Miu Miu Musings salon events to discuss the state of fashion in an intimate environment.