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Brunch review: Franc's
The menu is comprehensive, with breakfast available from 8am-3pm from the self-pronounced "purveyors of all things yummy".

Sol3 Mio: Bigger than Lorde
Singing for the Queen, toppling Lorde ... what's next for opera superstars Sol3 Mio? They talk exclusively to Alan Perrott about taking on the world.

Miami: Gritty and glam
Miami, America's subtropical paradise, is awash with surreal but intriguing contradictions - and is all the more enjoyable for it, says Gareth Wyn Davies.

Is it still OK to mock gingers?
While other prejudices have been quashed, somehow it's still okay to mock gingers.

Floral with a dark twist
Take a dark approach to seasonal floral prints for a refreshing twist.

Restaurant review: Laneway/The Local, Remuera
A newcomer to Remuera brings a soupcon of grunge with it to liven up the locals.

Chefs' ten tips on how to be a better cook
Many of us have had more than our share of culinary disasters. So how do you conquer the kitchen and become a better cook? Dionne Christian sought advice from some of our top chefs, who share their 10 defining principles of cooking.

Verity Johnson: We need to talk about sex and censorship
Forgive the pessimism, but I don't think that banning one book is going to help.

What is beauty in today's society?
From plus-size to transgender to full-body tattoos, the beauty ideal in the age of the internet seems broader and more accepting of women than ever before. But is it? Greg Dixon wonders.

Gift one of these bottles to dad
Top up your usual Father's Day gift with one of these outstanding wines. They're especially tailored for the taste buds of the thinking man.

Restaurant review: El Humero
The mere mention of South American food evokes thoughts of grilled beef. El Humero on the North Shore serves plenty of that and a side of family friendliness.

When is too old to become a mum?
Are you ever too old to become a mum? Two of a growing number of older mothers reveal the pros and cons of having a baby in your 50s and beyond.

Brunch review: Hinemoa St Organic Cafe
The menu is an all-day list of favourites and dishes with a twist.

What my dad taught me
To mark Father's Day, seven leading personalities from Martin Amis to Jamie Oliver recall how their father shaped who they are today.

Verity Johnson's guide to dating
Herewith Verity Johnson shares her A-Z guide to dating, to prepare all singles for the pitfalls of the modern dating scene.

The new rules of attraction
Canvas editor Michele Crawshaw shares highlights from tomorrow's Canvas magazine.

Top celebrity wines
We're all about celebrity sauvignon this week. From much-loved bards and talk-show talent to local heroes, it's all on show here...

Is female viagra a fizzer?
As the drug dubbed 'female Viagra' gets the green light, Rowan Pelling worries we're in danger of swallowing more than just myths about women's libido.