A million kisses help heal heartache as we recognise today - World Aids Day.

Canterbury's wineries are slowly bouncing back from September's earthquake.

Summer is here - and with it, a new array of delicious fruit on the shelves.

Carey Mulligan and Kelly Osbourne are among the style-savvy celebrities recruited to an internet giant's new fashion website, which lets women create their own virtual boutiques stocked with clothes from favourite designers.

Choosing a hotel restaurant as a dining venue can pay off.

The love of creating textile magic was instilled in Yoke Helwes Martens by her mother and now she is putting on an exhibition filled with the influences of her past and present.

Jo Eddington's Parnell home reflects her love of clean design.

Practical and pampering presents will always be welcome.

Bono is in Auckland this week, but his wife Ali Hewson has been busy in Africa relaunching their ethical fashion company.

Time to get a wobble on, that old childhood favourite is enjoying a renaissance.

Try a different view next time you're holidaying by rethinking the standard hotel choice, as we did on a recent visit to Melbourne.

Beauty innovations quickly gain momentum. Here are some of the latest.

I don't think Middleton can be hailed as a style icon yet - she dresses far too sensibly and maturely for such a title.

Two Kiwi chefs are working in the centre of Melbourne - a pressure-cooker city shaping enticing food trends.

Asparagus is an elegant basis for early summer lunch-time soirees.

Hawkes Bay is receiving some well-deserved attention.

A well-made sandwich is hard to beat.

Fresh and fragrant dishes served up in a simple, comfortable setting is a dining experience to rival the best.