LifestyleRetail therapy: Huffer loves animalsThese cute T-shirts are a collaboration between fashion label Huffer and local charity Paw Justice.09 Mar 04:00 PM
LifestyleThe dish: Tea timeThe Tea Lady in Birkenhead Point is all retro charm, with china cups, a host of brews, chilled tea infusions and even 'coffee if you must'.09 Mar 04:00 PM
LifestyleCooking up a stormIf the young talent rising in the food ranks is anything to go by, our restaurant scene is about to get a whole lot more exciting. <i>Viva</i>'s restaurant reviewer talks to three chefs ready to shake things up.08 Mar 11:00 PM
Lifestyle<i>Turo-Turo Philippine Cafe</i>, Glen InnesAn authentic eatery in Glen Innes encourages adventurous dining.03 Mar 11:00 PM
LifestyleHot potatoes (+recipes)Maori potatoes, now in season, are great to experiment with in the kitchen.03 Mar 04:30 PM
LifestyleJohn Verryt's favourite thingsSet designer John Verryt shows <i>Viva</i> a few of his favourite treasures.03 Mar 04:30 PM
LifestyleWine: Stepping out for a dropIt's an exciting thing to discover a bar that has the right mix of interesting wines and good music.02 Mar 09:00 PM
LifestyleBeauty: Tea timeTake a break for some well-recognised botanical benefits, writes Janetta Mackay.02 Mar 04:30 PM
LifestyleRetail therapy: Quake aidAs well as the earthquake's human toll, Christchurch's retail heart has been particularly hard hit by the earthquake.01 Mar 04:30 PM
LifestyleFashion Plate: Meg WilsonBoxing Day Fashions in the Field winner Meg Wilson is having another shot for the top title at this weekend's Derby Day.01 Mar 04:30 PM
Lifestyle<i>Jambalaya Southern Kitchen</i>, WhangaparaoaA US-style eatery in Manly delivers the flavours of the southern states, but needs work in other areas of the dining experience.28 Feb 11:00 PM
LifestyleAt home: Steel in the spotlight<i>Viva</i> steps inside two stylish homes in one of Auckland's coolest new loft apartment complexes.28 Feb 04:30 PM
LifestyleTiffany Singh's favourite thingsArt with a conscience is Tiffany Singh's passion. We find out what else the artist is into.26 Feb 04:30 PM
LifestyleWine: Ready for rieslingWhen this variety is doing its job well it can transport you to a different place.25 Feb 04:30 PM
LifestyleAt home: Lust for lifeAmanda 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.25 Feb 04:30 PM
LifestyleA Kitchen in TurkeyFood writer Leanne Kitchen has had an enviable career, including writing a new cookbook, which took her to delicious Turkish nooks and crannies.24 Feb 11:00 PM
Lifestyle<i>The Refreshment Room</i>, TitirangiGorgeous views and simply delicious Italian fare are getting tongues wagging in the Waitakeres.24 Feb 11:00 PM
LifestyleAt home: Trends forecastLeading interiors stylist LeeAnn Yare shares her top finds at the Decoration + Design Sydney 2011 exhibition.24 Feb 09:00 PM
LifestyleBeyond the sea (+recipes)Bring the ocean to your table with delicious, fresh shellfish salads.24 Feb 04:30 PM
LifestyleBeauty: Lipstick allureKiss and tell, the luxury look is what makes our heart swell.23 Feb 04:30 PM
LifestyleOne tasty trioAuckland'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.23 Feb 04:30 PM
LifestyleFashion Plate: Josephine Stewart-TewhiuActress Josephine Stewart-Tewhiu draws wardrobe inspiration from the past.23 Feb 04:30 PM
LifestyleWhat you see is not what you getSupermodel Erin O'Connor slams designers for trying to brainwash women with a fantasy image not attainable without digital trickery.23 Feb 01:00 AM
LifestyleA coming of ageOn the eve of opening her own store, <i>Viva</i> spends the morning with designer Cybele Wiren.22 Feb 04:30 PM
LifestyleDon't miss: Melbourne Food & Wine FestivalIf you're heading to Melbourne in early March, have your tastebuds primed.22 Feb 04:00 PM
