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Clipped! The return of the clip-on earring

Restaurant Review: Touquet, City

Nici Wickes visits an enchanting inner-city French bistro and is inspired enough to start planning her next visit to Paris and the south of France.

Inside Auckland's newest private members' club

The Seafarers Club joins the global trend of bringing together like-minded people who value creativity, in a chic, exclusive setting, writes Claire McCall.

The working style of J.W. Anderson womenswear designer Greta Villiger

Greta Villiger likes to test boundaries — and break them.

Inside the Prada universe

As Prada opens its first New Zealand flagship store, Zoe Walker looks at the relevance of the Italian brand today.

Prada's take on the classics

Key looks from the new Prada collection.

Recipe: Beetroot and orange soup

Angela Casley's refreshing beetroot and orange soup is great served cold on a summery day.

Recipe: Lamb chops with aubergine, feta and anchovies

Get into that summer vibe with Angela Casley's tasty lamb chops grilled on the barbecue.

Recipe: Cheat's fruit brulee

Cheat your way through dessert with this crunchy and sweet brulee, made in 15 minutes.

Recipe: Rolled chicken with apricot and pistachio stuffing

Try this tasty rolled chicken with a moreish combination of pistachio and apricot.

Recipe: Lemon curd and pomegranate rolled pavlova

Try Angela Casley's elegant twist on the traditional pavlova, served with chocolate and berries, or with cream and fresh passionfruit folded through.

Favourite Things: Nymphets designer Rose Thomas

Designer Rose Thomas treasures nostalgic and unique possessions, often created by like-minded friends and family

The William Goldberg diamond dynasty

Eve Goldberg is at the forefront of the diamond industry, following in her father’s footsteps. In Auckland recently for Partridge Jewellers’ 150th birthday celebration, she talked to Fiona Ralph.

Wine: Celebrating simplicity

Wines that emulate the Japanese notion of uncomplicated beauty go down very nicely — if you can find them, writes Jo Burzynska.

The Dish: Food openings and trends to try

This week's food news includes the opening of Cepage, a French wine and cheese bar and Queenstown favourite Madame Woo heading north next year.

Beauty and racewear trends

From head to toe, Janetta Mackay reports on the latest beauty trends.

Petite Kitchen's delicious savoury muffins

Eleanor Ozich of Petite Kitchen shares a recipe for wholesome corn, cheese and chive muffins.

Architecture to enhance your life

A new book showcases the award-winning works of Crosson, Clarke, Carnachan Architects.