Tabla de contenidos para December 2019 en NEXT

My family always teases me about how cross I get over Christmas decorations. Not the fact that they arrive too early in shops or that they’re often tacky and terrible. That bit doesn’t bother me. No, it’s the Northern Hemisphere’s influence on everything that really gets my goat. Finally the sun is shining down on us, and we start spray-painting snowflakes on our windows and slaving over a hot stove. (For the record, I’m perfectly partial to roast turkey and brandy-soaked pudding, but strictly during July.) Yes, we are slowly starting to put our stamp on things. Alongside frosty scenes from faraway climes, there are also cards featuring Santa sitting on the beach, pohutukawa trees in full bloom. At home, I’m making a stand with a small pair of sparkly…

My typical day... I’ve got a nearly two-year-old, so my usual morning routine is being woken up by her. She’s just started stringing a lot of words and sentences together, and I don’t know what this says about my parenting, but it’s usually a little tap on my face and “Mumma, TV, chocolate” – just the things that she wants – the remote, TV, chocolate, okay. That’s my usual start to the day – being woken up early by a very chirpy toddler. I don’t get to sleep in any more – that would be a luxury. Workwise, currently it’s the classic parent with young children trying to juggle everything, and figuring out how to parent and work at the same time. Because I have a flexible job in the…

Chelsea’s famous ku¯mara & bacon salad SERVES 6 PREPARATION 15 MINUTES COOK 20 MINUTES Seriously – you need to make this. Okay, technically it’s not actually famous at the time I write this – but I know it will be! It’s a salad like no other, a guaranteed hit whether you’re serving it up at home or taking it to a picnic, barbecue or pot-luck dinner. The textures and flavours are sensational. This is equally good served warm or chilled. 1kg purple kūmara Rice bran or grapeseed oil for frying 250g bacon, rind removed, chopped ¾ cup walnuts, chopped ½ red onion, finely sliced ¼ cup mayonnaise ¼ cup sour cream (or extra mayo) ¼ cup chopped parsley, plus extra to serve ½ cup freshly grated parmesan ¾ cup peas, cooked…

• Ask your child’s permission before sharing photos of them and establish guidelines as soon as they’re old enough. • Think about their future self. Will they be okay with that photo five or 10 years from now? If it’s embarrassing or potentially harmful (eg if it shows nudity), steer clear. • Talk to your partner/fellow guardians about how you want to ‘sharent’. Which platforms will you all use and how frequently will you post? • Stick to neutral photos such as your child posing with a birthday cake. Don’t post a funny picture unless your child is in on the joke. And beware: school uniforms can be a security risk. • If your child has something to celebrate, check whether they’d prefer to break the news themselves before you…

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the NEXT Woman of the Year Awards, new editor-in-chief Nicky Dewes shone a light on a group of incredible women making a difference at this year’s event, in association with Elizabeth Arden. Held at Auckland’s fabulous Cordis hotel, winners across six award categories were celebrated, with Professor Diana Sarfati named as this year’s supreme winner. There were many, many inspiring moments throughout the night. Cheers to our NEXT supreme winners from past and present, and all our inspiring finalists Held at Auckland’s Cordis hotel, we honoured women making a positive impact on the world…

THE ESSENTIALS Whether you’re simply accentuating your eyes or lips, or going for gold with Christmas bling, Farmers cosmetics are a party in a palette. Set it all off with the perfect fragrance. THE TOOLS Christmas isn’t just a day, it’s a frame of mind If you’re after a killer Christmas look, Farmers has the means to make it happen. Lash out with fake eyelashes and create the ultimate up do. THE OUTFIT Farmers has a huge range of festive frocks and fashionable accessories for any style and occasion. Choose from H by Harlow, Band of Gypsies or take your pick from your favourite brands, Whistle, Mineral or State of Play. THE GLASSWARE Add some extra sparkle to your Christmas and toast the season in style with Farmers classic range…

Taking your Christmas lunch outdoors is an easy way to bring a laid-back feel to proceedings, plus you’re further away from a view of all the preparation dishes stacked by the sink! We kept to a simple style by decorating the outdoor table with a single runner down the middle, then using the rule-of-threes, we put a big bunch of red and green foliage in the centre with a white candle either side. Three green wreaths and a few little baubles were scattered about to add a festive touch, but in a relaxed Kiwi way. Deciding on a colour scheme – ours was red, white and green – brought the whole thing together nicely and meant things looked right no matter where you placed them! Our phones were nearby so…

Ginger cookies MAKES 30 PREPARATION AND COOKING TIME 1 hour 125g butter, softened ½ cup golden syrup ½ cup brown sugar, firmly packed 1 egg yolk 2½ cups plain flour 1 tbsp ground ginger 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1 Beat the butter, syrup and sugar together in a medium bowl with an electric mixer until creamy and pale. Add the egg yolk and beat until just combined. Add the combined sifted flour and spices. Stir until the mixture just comes together. 2 Knead the dough gently on a lightly floured surface until smooth. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until firm. 3 Preheat oven to 180°C. Grease oven trays and line with baking paper. 4 Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface until 3mm…

Q: What should I look for if I’m looking at upgrading or buying new appliances? How can Noel Leeming help me over Christmas? A: When purchasing an appliance be clear about what you want out of the product to find out what will work best for you. Noel Leeming offers an end-to-end service, which includes help with selecting the right appliance, as well as delivery and installation, making it easy for you every step of the way. We know that the festive season is often very busy, especially in the kitchen. Our Tech Solutions team can deliver, install and even remove your old appliance – including the packaging. We have 73 stores nationwide, as well as a seven-day-a-week New Zealand-based contact centre. noelleeming.co.nz/delivery…

SELECTION As with all New Zealand produce, when you buy in-season asparagus you get the sweetest and tastiest produce on the market – at the most delicious price. Choose asparagus with firm, bright green spears and tightly closed tips. When gently rubbed, the spears should squeak! This is a sign of freshness. KEEPIN’ IT FRESH To keep your asparagus crisp, treat the spears like cut flowers by trimming the ends and storing them standing up in water in your refrigerator. Alternatively, wrap the ends in a wet paper towel. Consume your asparagus as fresh as possible – it should last in the fridge for three to four days. PREPARATION Always remove the tough, woody bottom of the stalk before cooking or eating – that’s about two to five centimetres, depending…

A busy schedule doesn’t mean you have to forsake delicious food that’s good for you too. Regal’s flavourful new oven-ready salmon range offers a no mess, no fuss way to perfectly cook tender, boneless salmon fillets. With the delectable glaze already made, including Sweet Chilli, Manuka Honey & Soy, and Al Brown’s own Smoked Chilli, Honey & Lime, simply drizzle it over the salmon and pop in an oven preheated to 180oC or under the BBQ hood. Bake for approximately 15-20 minutes until cooked through. It’s a foolproof way for the ultimate salmon dinner. Each Regal Oven Ready pack comes with a 50g serving of glaze and two fillets packed with omega-3 fatty acids. For further health benefits, pair your fillet with a salad or steamed vegetables. Serving suggestions Oven…

I’ve always been a word person rather than a numbers person. I was the student hiding in the back row of maths class, crying with frustration because I couldn’t see what on earth maths had to do with reality, other than equipping me for some quick mental sums in Glassons (did I have enough money for the tube top and the flares?). Fast forward several decades, and I’m unrecognisable. Suddenly, alarmingly, my brain has begun storing percentages and statistics, hoovering up numbers like an anteater that’s been informed ants are next on the Extinct List. This is almost certainly a response to the fact that, in my post-divorce, post-turbulent-artist desperation to ‘normalise’ my life, I’ve ended up living with Mr Supposedly Stable, who is becoming less so by the day,…

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FESTIVE FLORA A wire coat hanger adorned with fragrant eucalyptus leaves and gum nuts. SOFT TOUCH Country style is incorporated into an inner-city pad with the help of cotton blossoms. CHEER PERFECTION A garland customised to a home’s colour scheme. IN FULL FEATHER A personality-filled circlet adds festivity to the bedroom of a beachside home. GO FOR GOLD A touch of gilded magic is added to the kitchen of a 1920s cottage. ’Tis the season to make your home merry with a beautiful Christmas wreath’ BOTANICAL TWIST Inspired by nature and made with objects found in the backyard. GREEN GLORY A striped ribbon adds a flourish to this welcoming wreath on a front door. BUTTON UP A fun, crafty and creative way to decorate a fabric-covered ring. TUTTI FRUTTI A sweet…

She was educated, intelligent and sweet, a wife, mother and manager. A few drinks in at our work Christmas party, she started complaining about how long her house renovation was taking. As casually as if she was talking about the weather, she dropped in the ethnicity of her builders, and described them as being ‘typically lazy’. ‘We’ve probably all stood by and done nothing’ The rest of us shifted awkwardly in our seats, wanting to say something but not knowing what, or how. Instead, we looked the other way. Because it was easier and kept the peace. Because she’d never made such a comment before. Besides, who wants to rock the boat at Christmas? Sadly, we’ve probably all got similar stories: the way we squirm uncomfortably but say nothing to…

Society & community MELISSA: Looking back on the past 50 years, how do you think New Zealand has changed? WENDY: Well, we’re much more diverse – we accept diversity. Women can do much more than we’ve ever done before. M: Yes, I think we’re much more open-minded and accepting. Life is also a lot busier now, isn’t it? Although in a work sense, we don’t really know what it was like for those who were in our roles before us. Perhaps it’s just that we’re right in the midst of our short time here, so it feels that way? W: Also news, and the way news is delivered, has evolved so much. And our jobs have changed so much. Often now, at the end of the day, your audience has…

If women feel good in what they’re wearing, the knock-on effects are abundant - that’s former stylist Anna Paterson’s belief. With more than nine years’ experience in the fashion industry, combined with a desire to help lift the spirits of those who are struggling and reduce the volume of clothing ending up in landfill, Everlasting was born. Since June 2017, the not-for-profit charity has sold preloved clothing through pop-up stores for as little as $5 a piece, with all profits donated to women and families in need. “Women would say to me, ‘I wish I could hire you, but I could never afford to do that.’ I thought, ‘I don’t want to just help people who can afford me.’ I wanted to find a way to give back to all…

Q I love some of the more feminine trends coming through at the moment – ruffles, bows, florals... not to mention all those pretty hair accessories in every shop and magazine! At 40+ though, I worry about looking too juvenile. How do I work these elements into my wardrobe in a sophisticated way? A I love all the prettiness currently in stores too and I believe there’s no reason you can’t play with these trends, after all style isn’t about your age – it’s about your attitude. That said, you don’t want to wear something that looks as if you are trying too hard. The biggest difference between you and a teen is that you can often afford to spend more, which means better fabrics that fall beautifully and garments…

Moving a household from one side of the earth to the other is challenging, but perseverance and a little good luck will see things through. Such was the case for Kiwi Andrea Stark and her family, who had been living in London for 15 years until a move back down under cropped up in 2013. They had packed up all their furniture, sent it to storage in their new home city and moved into a serviced apartment while they searched for a place to buy. Four months elapsed before Andrea, her husband and their two children, Olivia, now 15, and Luke, 13, found this 380m² property a stone’s throw from the beach. “From the minute we set foot inside we knew we wanted to make it our home,” says Andrea.…

’GRAM WE LOVE The Instagram account of interiors and lifestyle photographer Monica Wang is packed full of design tricks and tips. You’ll see plenty of images from places far and wide, as well as her process for building a gorgeous home. @monicawangphoto SMALL WINS BIG A two-bedroom Gisborne home has been awarded the 2019 Supreme ADNZ Resene Architectural Design Award. The “outstanding” Japanese-inspired small house took out the award ahead of 145 entries across the country. Designed by Andrew Simpson of Wiredog Architecture, the 140m² home overlooks Poverty Bay with views to Mahia Peninsula. With a connection to Japanese architecture, but without compromising its New Zealand context, the unique property is a series of cedar boxes sitting on a deck that floats over its rural site. The judges said, “From…

‘TAKE STOCK OF HOW YOUR HABITS ARE WORKING FOR YOU’ Where do you take refuge? What do you take refuge in? Posed to me earlier this year, this question challenged me, making me take a long hard look at my daily life. We all relate to the idea of sheltering from a storm, but where do you take respite from the demands of your day? It pays, from time to time, to review where we go and what we do to get those breaks. For some, it’s standing outside in the rain smoking a cigarette – the classic Kiwi ‘smoko’. Others hang out for a glass of wine at the end of the day or the weekend binge – whether it’s alcohol or shopping. Not a smoker, nor a heavy…

‘The stunning pink of the beetroot and the botanical warmth of the gin gives this recipe a festive flair’ Roasted shoulder of lamb with watercress, pea, and radish salad ‘Summery, vibrant, full of flavour, and a breeze to put together’ SERVES 6 LAMB 2kg lamb shoulder (bone in) 4 tbsp honey 3 sprigs of rosemary 3½ tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp salt GRAVY 2 tbsp flour 200ml vegetable stock 1 tbsp English mustard Salt and black pepper SALAD 15 radishes 100ml cider vinegar Pinch of salt 1 tbsp granulated sugar 2 cups watercress 1½ cups mint leaves 2½ cups frozen peas ½ cup goats’ cheese DRESSING 1 tbsp vinegar (reserve some after you pickle the radishes) 1 tbsp English mustard Black pepper 1 tbsp olive oil 1 Preheat the oven…

SNAPS Schnapps MAKES 1 LITRE Fresh berries, such as red- or blackcurrants, raspberries, blackberries, strawberries or gooseberries can be used. Try adding a vanilla pod to the mixture, spices, such as cardamom or star anise, or herbs, such as mint or thyme. 1kg redcurrants, raspberries or berries of your choice, wiped clean and dried 1 vanilla pod, split lengthways 750ml unflavoured schnapps or vodka (40% alcohol content, 80 proof) Place the berries and vanilla pod in a 1-litre jar with a tight-fitting lid, then top with the alcohol. Cover and leave in a cool dark place (about 20°C/ 68°F) for at least a week, or until the berries have sunk to the bottom. At this point the schnapps can be served. However, if left for longer, the flavour will be…

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When the usual everysecond-Sunday post-drop off texts started blowing up the younger man’s phone, I realised: this was never going to end; that the non-stop drama would go on and on… like Céline Dion’s heart (fingers crossed). Despite the small person having been returned alive and unharmed - although probably muddier than desirable - it was just like it ever was: an inquisition (had we used a boar bristle hairbrush?!), a blame fest and then seven hours of text escalation that made Trump look sane and Rocketman difficult to follow. People say you marry a person’s family, but if they have a child and a bitter ex who they have not made peace with, then you’re going to have to marry that, too. Which is why, after a period of…

‘And on the other hand, we’re also supposed to be doing self-care’ There are always two things going on at the same time in our weird, modern, crazy and hyper-connected busy life. Number one is that we’re moving and shaking and caring about our kids and saving the planet and paying the bills and trying to be time-efficient and go, go, go. And on the other hand, we’re also supposed to be doing self-care (a term that always reminds me of fabric softener) and being bloody calm. How in the bejeezus are you supposed to do both? Especially since at the moment I feel like a snow globe being tossed around like a rugby ball. It’s a white-out in my noggin (or autonomic nervous system if that’s the way you…

Hi there, I love your mag! Here are my thoughts regarding the article ‘The Joy of Messing Up’ in your November issue. As a mum of two school children, this article really resonated with me as I regularly have to remind them when they’re learning something new that it takes patience and practise, practise, practise! Mistakes are all part of the process and I’m so proud that at their school, ‘growth mind-set’ (growing new neural connections) is also taught, encouraged and implemented. You think this ‘growing new neural connections’ applies only to kids, but this lesson is one we all can embrace – as a young adult patient of mine reminded me last week. She said, “Everyone runs their own race.” It was a wonderful reminder to stop fearing failure…

For some, the festive season is full of pressure – what to buy, what to cook, how to avoid over-committing by agreeing to every invite that comes our way. Not so for beloved Kiwi cook and new mum Chelsea Winter. This has always been her favourite time of the year, and 2019 is set to be a magical one as Chelsea and her partner Douglas Renall spend their first Christmas together as a family. First she’ll be heading to Karapiro, where her mother and step-father are based, for a large, loud, fun family gathering. “I love everything about Christmas but the older I get, the less important things like lots of presents are to me. In my family, we play the present game, where everyone has to contribute a mystery…

“I remember the last time Hermione happily posed for photos,” sighs Kellie Whitehead, reminiscing about her 18-year-old daughter. “It was her 13th birthday and she was at a beauty salon with her friends, having mani-pedis. I took photos of them and shared them on Facebook. After that, everything changed.” Kellie, 41, has loved posting photos of her children since she joined Facebook in 2008, when Hermione was seven, and her sons Charlie and James (now 14 and 12) were toddlers. “I posted without thinking - videos of them at sports day, photos of them looking cute or doing something silly. It came from a place of pride. It was me saying, ‘Look at my lovely child’.” It only occurred to her that her children might object once Hermione turned 14…

Filling up her online shopping cart with dresses, jeans and heels after another stressful day in the office, Holly Draper felt her anxieties instantly melt away. “The rush was huge,” admits Holly, 28, a communications executive. “Nothing could match that feeling of spending money on something with just the click of a button. But minutes after dropping $4000 in a single spree, the shame hit me. I’d secretly racked up $42,575 worth of debt from online shopping, but I couldn’t stop.” Holly’s spending began in 2013 after landing her dream job in PR. Despite earning $58,000 a year, the long hours and pressure left her exhausted and anxious, so she turned to shopping to make herself feel better. “I’d spend hours browsing sites and apps,” Holly says. “Dozens of targeted…

MY JOB IN ONE SENTENCE: Helping Lion put sustainability – environment and people – at the heart of decision making. WHAT I ENJOY MOST ABOUT MY WORK: It’s interesting and rewarding. I love that my job has purpose – it’s basically about trying to make the world a better place. I get to work across all parts of the business, so I am constantly learning new things. PERK OF THE JOB: Doing something that I am passionate about each day. Getting to sample Lion’s great brands and hospitality venues from time to time isn’t too bad either. CURRENT CAREER GOAL: I recently qualified as a yoga teacher so I’d love to integrate yoga into my sustainability career. I’m currently teaching lunchtime yoga to my colleagues, which is awesome. The teachings…

“a deck is built for life’s pauses & a place to stop watching the clock.” Cabot’s believe the time you spend on your deck is time well spent – and we’re sure you’ll agree. What can compare with warm days in shorts and tank tops, and late nights under the stars? Who isn’t ready for barbecues, bare feet and bevvies? Blurring the boundary between inside and out, a deck is built for life’s pauses and a place to stop watching the clock. With this season’s packed schedules and long to-do lists these types of havens are priceless, so it pays to look after them well. MAKE SUMMER LAST Rejuvenating your deck doesn’t need to be another project to procrastinate over. Experts in woodcare since 1877, Cabot’s make protecting and beautifying…

Q What’s on trend in Christmas decorations this year? A The shapes are simple but the surfaces are interesting. Dark rich burgundies and bold blues are paired with metallic accents for aesthetic impact. There continues to be a strong emphasis on natural beauty, earthy tones and raw organic materials, with plenty of tree-inspired silhouettes and structures. Q What Christmas decorations go the distance and work with a range of styles? A Opt for natural hues and traditional green elements like eucalyptus and pine which never date. They form a great base to which you can then add an accent colour or metallic touch, allowing you to freshen up your style without having to start from scratch.…

Floral Zingy and fruity, peony and peach meets white woods and musk. Stylish Sensuous vanilla takes on a new twist with plum and salt notes. Sunny Breezy and bright ‘solar’ notes meld with citrus and coconut.…

Mounting evidence suggests that direct experience with nature offers a wide range of health benefits and more than just an enjoyable pastime or, for some of us, a nagging chore – gardening in particular can transform us both mentally and physically. A 2017 meta-analysis published in the journal Elsevier looked at how gardening can be beneficial for our health, and suggests that it can improve our physical, psychological and social wellbeing which, from a long-term perspective, can alleviate and prevent some of the chronic health issues facing today’s society. “Gardening has stood the test of time. Especially nowadays when technology is running our lives, leaving our phones indoors and stepping outdoors to garden is a great way to counteract the effects of excessive digital screen time,” says psychologist Breanna Sada.…

RABARBERKAGE Rhubarb and marzipan cake SERVES 10 500g rhubarb, sliced into 5cm long pieces, about 2.5mm thin 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tbsp demerara sugar 150g unsalted butter, softened 150g (²/3 cup) soft brown sugar 150g marzipan, chopped 4 eggs (about 150g) 5 tbsp plain flour Finely grated zest of 1 lemon Crème fraîche, to serve 1 Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F). In a bowl, toss the sliced rhubarb with the cinnamon and sugar, then leave for at least 20 minutes. 2 Meanwhile, mix the butter, sugar and marzipan in a food processor until smooth. Gradually add the eggs, then the flour and lemon rind. Spread the batter into an oiled 20cm cake tin lined with baking paper and top with rhubarb. 3 Bake for 40-50 minutes until set…