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    A light in the dark

    The latest offering from Black Grace aims to provide some beauty in troubled times, writes Shane Gilchrist.

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    Rhubarb, apple and almond tart

    The classic combination of rhubarb and apple always works and when combined with this buttery almond filling, it makes a stunning dessert or even a decadent afternoon tea.

    • Baristas uncovered

      You exchange daily chit-chat, the odd joke and they know what you want before you ask, but what do you actually know about the person who makes your coffee every day?
    • Photo: Gerard O'Brien

      Marbecks broccoli, cauliflower and feta salad

      Ask a Chef reveals the secrets of those superb dishes you ate in cafes and restaurants and wanted to try yourself.

    • Tough season does not mean bad wine

      The annual grape harvest has recently come to a close in Central Otago. I think that most viticulturists and growers would admit this year has been a challenging and complicated one with a sunny...

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    Lorde talks the way she dances, with the full and free use of all limbs. Photo: Gregor Richardson

    Lorde of tomorrow

    She was a star at 16, and David Bowie called her the sound of tomorrow. Four years on, the singer-songwriter is aiming even higher, Tom Lamont, of The Observer writes.

    • Highly Strang

      Dunedin musician Kane Strang is poised to release his second album. Photo: Gerard O'Brien.

      Highly Strang

      From bedroom recordings to international music festivals, Dunedin guitar-slinger, singer and songwriter Kane Strang is poised for another great leap, writes Shane Gilchrist.