LifestyleWine: Sweet mysterySweetness, considered a positive in so many areas of life has sadly become soured in wine because of its association with being old-fashioned or unsophisticated.31 Jan 01:00 AM
LifestyleInteriors: Home is where the art isLeanne and Brian Culy draw inspiration for their many creative projects from their sprawling villa in Hawkes Bay.30 Jan 05:00 PM
LifestyleViva's hot list for 2013Diaries at the ready! From fashion to film, music to must-reads - there’s much that’s exciting us about the year ahead.29 Jan 09:30 PM
LifestyleExclusive Q&A: NZ's first model to close for ChanelAshleigh Good closed the Chanel Haute Couture show last week, in what we believe is a first for a New Zealand model.29 Jan 09:05 PM
LifestyleRecipes: Eating to live wellChef Hermann Schafellner explains the principles behind the delicious food at Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat24 Jan 06:00 PM
LifestyleWhy it's good to be Stella McCartneyViva joins designer Stella McCartney in Miami for a sneak peek at her new sports collection.22 Jan 06:00 PM
LifestyleDare to detoxA routine of yoga, siestas, massages and seriously healthy eating leaves our editor and her partner blissfully re-energised.22 Jan 05:00 PM
LifestyleRecipe: Pineapple and frangipane tartMakes 1 x 22cm tart. Shortcrust pastry: 180g butter. 240g plain flour. ½ tsp salt. ¼ cup iced water.17 Jan 03:00 PM
LifestyleRecipe: Chilled mango and cherryServes 4. 1 large Australian mango. 24 fresh cherries, plus 12 to serve. ½ cup ginger wine.17 Jan 03:00 PM
LifestyleRecipe: Summer berry pudding with rosewater creamServes 4. This needs to be made at least 12 hours in advance, 24 is preferable.17 Jan 03:00 PM
LifestyleReview: Malditro Mendez, PonsonbyIf you haven't done so already, I suggest this year you make peace with a more casual style of eating out.16 Jan 04:00 PM
LifestyleThe quest to make Auckland's foodie scene world-classSince establishing their first cafe in 2004, Jackie Grant and Scott Brown have been quietly transforming Auckland's cafe scene in their quest to make this city a world-class eating destination.15 Jan 10:00 PM
PhotosFashion Week countdownThe clothes are ready, invitations sent and models cast: designers share some behind the scenes snaps of their NZFW prep.09 Jan 03:57 AM
LifestyleViva Hit List 1/5A handpicked selection of what's new in fashion, food and beauty right now. See this week's issue of <i>Viva</i> for more.04 Jan 06:00 PM
LifestyleA chef's ChristmasWhat do the hard-working people who run some of our city's busiest and best kitchens do when their restaurant kitchen is given a final scrub-down for the year? Do they put their feet up and let others wait on them hand and foot?23 Dec 06:00 PM
LifestyleMastering sexy holiday hairGo with the flow - "Don't get stressed about your hair, go with the gypsyness of summer," advises Louise Pilkington of Dry & Tea salon in Newmarket. "Go with your hair, work with the sea."23 Dec 05:00 PM
LifestyleHandmade in New ZealandThis year Auckland label Ingrid Starnes ran a series on their blog that interviewed and photographed local fashion craftspeople, showing the work that goes into NZ-made clothing.20 Dec 05:00 PM
