Essence Magazine New Zealand

09/07/2024

Any of you giving Dry July a go this month? We were bowled over by some of the no alc options available when we were chatting people about Dry July for our latest issue.
The Chiller
https://essencemagazine.co.nz/stories/cutting-down-or-cutting-out

With Dry July just around the corner, it could be the ideal time to try out a little ‘sober curious’ living. If that sends shivers down your spine as you recall slightly sour white wine that so often used to be the low alcohol option – think again. No alcohol and low alcohol options are changi...

03/07/2024

Looking for some foodie options around our towns? Check out our regular Ingredients page! From brunch, lunch and dining options to fabulous cake creations - we've got some great suggestions. NomNom Kitchen - Rangiora, Little Vintage Espresso Westwoods Kitchen Cupcakes, Acorns Cafe Rangiora, The Coffee Club Ravenswood Central

02/07/2024

We always love talking to some of the amazing business women in our North Canterbury communities. Check out the full Women in Business feature in our current issue! Brooker Travel Rangiora , Shine Hairstylists, Willoughbys - The Wool Shop, Cocoon Beauty & Day Spa , Williams McKenzie Lawyers & Notary Public , Up-Style Me , Karen Bailey Real Estate

02/07/2024

Check out all the gorgeous reds we found for our latest Fashion Faves. Nothing brightens up a chilly day like a bit of scarlet! All available locally - check them out here or in our latest issue on the streets now! I’Adore Homewares and Gifts, Blackwells Department Store, The Fabric of Society, CRAZE Fashion Kaiapoi, CRAZE Fashion Kaiapoi, Moda Bella Shoes, Thea's Boutique - Oxford

25/06/2024

We kept peering out of the office window...waiting and then late this afternoon our latest issue came back from the printer. It will be getting out and about in North Canterbury very soon...so keep a look out for it!

27/05/2024

Check out our feature on local op shops in our most recent issue. We were blown away by the wonderful initiatives they help to fund and some of the fab fashion they sell. A big thank you to Create Design Studio at Printing.com Rangiora for their modelling and Brendan Holt of Display for his photography skills. And thank you to the awesome teams in the op shops - they were amazingly patient and kind!

26/05/2024

It's always great to meet some of the lovely people setting up new businesses in the area. Good luck to professional audiologist Charlotte Watson with her new venture Giles & Watson Audiology in Silverstream. You might have spotted their ad in the most recent issue of Essence magazine and they are now well and truly open for business!

22/05/2024

We were so impressed with this gorgeous wee baby blanket we had to share. The lovely Sue from Citizens Advice Bureau North Canterbury stopped by the office to chat and we found out she had made this for charity The Nest Collective Christchurch and was heading down to drop it off at Willoughbys - The Wool Shop in Rangiora. If you're a talented knitter or crochet person - then check them out!

20/05/2024

Kaiapoi is full of hidden treasures. We loved getting out and discovering them for our most recent issue. From cafes to food forests, murals to history and more - Kaiapoi is just a great wee town - head down there and find out for yourself! Pegasus Bay Law, Blackwells Department Store Paris for the Weekend CRAZE Fashion Kaiapoi Hazeldine Construction Vintage Rose - The Nostalgic Boutique Out the Gate Cure Boating Club Kaiapoi Art Expo Kaiapoi Club & MSA

19/05/2024

Looking for a Monday morning coffee fix? Check out Essence Magazine for some local suggestions we're loving! Paris for the Weekend Cocoa Black La Luna Eatery & Bar Little Vintage Espresso

16/05/2024

So great to see historic homes like this preserved in our towns. And even better when we get to have a peek inside and take some pics. Another Kaiapoi gem!

Heritage homes are a little slice of history – yet all too often they’re neglected and destroyed for short-sighted financial gain. That’s probably why there aren’t that many of them around and it makes the sight of a perfectly preserved cottage in Kaiapoi even more striking. The Williams Str...

13/05/2024

It was great to grab some time with the thoroughly down to earth owner of Out the Gate in Kaiapoi recently, fresh from her My Kitchen Rules appearance alongside son Luke. Check out the full article in our latest issue or online. https://essencemagazine.co.nz/stories/cooking-up-a-storm-in-kaiapoi

It’s two o’clock in the afternoon and Lee Barrington, cook and owner of iconic Kaiapoi café Out The Gate, is tucking into a sausage sandwich. Is that breakfast, lunch or dinner?

13/05/2024

A 1960s home gets a thoroughly modern makeover in Fernside. Check out our latest issue for the full story on this ambitious reno. https://essencemagazine.co.nz/stories/fresh-start-in-fernside
Mackay Electrical Solutions

When Karin and Dale Mackay moved into their two-storey, four-bedroom house in Fernside in 2021 – it was showing its age. The mint green exterior hadn’t aged well whilst inside there were pink bathroom suites and a blue laundry. The single glazed doors and windows were old and draughty and the la...

09/05/2024

Check out all the gorgeous autumn colours in our latest fashion faves in Essence Magazine out now. So many fabulous fashion pieces available locally! CRAZE Fashion Kaiapoi Country Lane Fashions Rangiora Blackwells Department Store The Fabric of Society So You Boutique Moda Bella Shoes

08/05/2024

Perhaps your mum would like this amazing cake for a Mother's Day treat? Check out the full recipe online or in the latest issue of Essence Magazine out now!

Mother’s Day is coming up on Sunday May 12th and if you’re looking for something spectacular to make for your mum, grandma or special mother figure in your life take a look at our Peanut Butter and Jam Layer Cake, it looks as good as it tastes!

07/05/2024

We're all spending a little more time at home now the weather has cooled down. So, check out our a few of our favourite home pieces we have spotted around town in the latest issue! The Fabric of Society , Blackwells Department Store , I’Adore Homewares and Gifts Niche Homestore

06/05/2024

Our latest issue is out and about...have you spotted it yet? It's packed full of great local stories - from op shops to a heritage cottage, fashion to a Fernside reno. We hope you enjoy reading it as much as we enjoy putting it together!

17/04/2024

We do love a home with a bit of colour.

When Rebecca Smith first moved into her two-storey, brick house in Timaru 10 years ago, it was “one blank and beige canvas to stamp my mark on.” Embracing her love of all things retro she soon transformed it into a swirling carnival of colours, patterns and textures.

12/04/2024

We were super excited to get a look at this cottage - over 150 years old and still going strong. Look out for more on this in our next issue along with lots of other great North Canterbury stories!

09/04/2024

Don't panic if you've seen this sign...Essence Magazine is not going anywhere but we've got a fab new studio that we're all excited about moving into! So there's some space at King Street. Watch this space!

04/04/2024

A fun morning working on our op shop fashion shoot. A big thank you to those that their donated their time to model, photograph and style. Jen and Laura of Create Design Studio at Printing.com Rangiora, Brendan Holt of Display, Andrea of Andrea Robertson Design. Look out for the full story in our next issue!

02/04/2024

There's a lot of work goes into the vintage look but for one lady - it all started with a 1967 Mustang. Read on to find out how Michelle Cahill got inspired by the vintage world!

It all started with a 1967 Mustang for Michelle Cahill, who won the Best Dressed title at last year’s Caroline Bay Rock & Hop.

28/03/2024

Happy Easter from the Essence team! If you are travelling around the Canterbury region this weekend be safe, and make sure to get a copy of Essence for inspiration on your next stop!

Happy Easter weekend from the team at Essence Magazine. If you are travelling around the region this weekend be safe, and make sure to get a copy of Essence for inspiration on your next stop

28/03/2024

Did you spot our story on Tangleby Gardens and the wonderful cookbook author - Sue Heazlewood in the current issue? https://essencemagazine.co.nz/stories/telling-tales-of-rural-life
Check out the print issue for the chance to go in the giveaway to win on of Sue's gorgeous cookbooks!

On a late summer morning looking out over a garden with rambling roses, vigorous vines and established trees – it’s hard to imagine that seven years ago this was a bare paddock. But that’s exactly what it was says homeowner Sue Heazlewood.

27/03/2024

Looking for the Easter Bunny...look no further! We have all the sweet treats you might need right here at Artisan By the Rangiora Bakery !

27/03/2024

A great team catch up today in Ashburton. All meetings must have coffee...and something to nibble! It was great to get a wee look around town and say hello to some businesses! Essence Magazine South Canterbury Triangle Espresso

19/03/2024

We've been hearing a rumour that someone local is on this...we can't wait to see!

MKR is on again (9th April I think).. has anyone seen the advert??? Has anyone recognized someone .. someone local???

18/03/2024

A chance encounter at the traffic lights as a boy sparked a life-long love of cars for one vintage car enthusiast. Read the full story in our current issue.

For Danny Bisschop, a chance encounter at the traffic lights as a boy sparked his life-long love of cars. “I was sitting in my parents’ car when I was about 10 years old,” recalls Danny, now 70. “I saw a 1933 Ford Coupe pull up at the lights and that was it! From that point on I’ve been cr...