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![<i>Jambalaya Southern Kitchen</i>, Whangaparaoa](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
<i>Jambalaya Southern Kitchen</i>, Whangaparaoa
A US-style eatery in Manly delivers the flavours of the southern states, but needs work in other areas of the dining experience.
![At home: Steel in the spotlight](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
At home: Steel in the spotlight
Viva steps inside two stylish homes in one of Auckland's coolest new loft apartment complexes.
![Tiffany Singh's favourite things](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Tiffany Singh's favourite things
Art with a conscience is Tiffany Singh's passion. We find out what else the artist is into.
![Wine: Ready for riesling](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Wine: Ready for riesling
When this variety is doing its job well it can transport you to a different place.
![At home: Lust for life](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
At home: Lust for life
Amanda Taylor-Ace had a dream and, through the sheer force of her personality, made it her reality, upping sticks and creating a most enviable life in France.
![<i>The Refreshment Room</i>, Titirangi](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
<i>The Refreshment Room</i>, Titirangi
Gorgeous views and simply delicious Italian fare are getting tongues wagging in the Waitakeres.
![Beyond the sea (+recipes)](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Beyond the sea (+recipes)
Bring the ocean to your table with delicious, fresh shellfish salads.
![One tasty trio](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
One tasty trio
Auckland's dining scene is about to become a whole lot more exciting with the addition of three new eateries, created and led by hospitality expert Brendan Turner.
![Fashion Plate: Josephine Stewart-Tewhiu](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Fashion Plate: Josephine Stewart-Tewhiu
Actress Josephine Stewart-Tewhiu draws wardrobe inspiration from the past.
![What you see is not what you get](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
What you see is not what you get
Supermodel Erin O'Connor slams designers for trying to brainwash women with a fantasy image not attainable without digital trickery.
![A coming of age](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
A coming of age
On the eve of opening her own store, Viva spends the morning with designer Cybele Wiren.
![Don't miss: Melbourne Food & Wine Festival](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Don't miss: Melbourne Food & Wine Festival
If you're heading to Melbourne in early March, have your tastebuds primed.
![<i>Eight</i>, Grafton](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
<i>Eight</i>, Grafton
With all you can eat and eight cuisines to choose from, you need to turn up very hungry to the Langham's newest hotel restaurant.
![Desert living inspires photographer](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Desert living inspires photographer
A photo exhibition about flowers is the result of a life-changing experience for Joanne Cunningham.
![Wine: Weathering the bad times](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Wine: Weathering the bad times
Recent wild growing conditions are posing challenges for winemakers across the globe.
![Morning glories (+recipes)](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Morning glories (+recipes)
Get your day off to a relaxed start with a delicious brunch worth lingering over.
![Fashion Plate: Chris Langdon](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Fashion Plate: Chris Langdon
Chris Langdon's style is influenced by travel - but she still thinks Auckland is the best shopping city in the world.
![In your place: US interior design blogger Todd Selby](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
In your place: US interior design blogger Todd Selby
Influential US photographer and interior design blogger Todd Selby is touching down in New Zealand next week.
![Alice Tiankaizi Bi and Josh Yoon's favourite things](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Alice Tiankaizi Bi and Josh Yoon's favourite things
Design couple Alice Tiankaizi Bi and Josh Yoon tell Viva how their different skills complement each other's.
![Karen Walker: She's got soul](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=796)
Karen Walker: She's got soul
Karen Walker heads north with her latest collection, shown in New York last night.