The Gujarati classic chicken curry. A dish often served when the family come together to share a meal. A classic Sunday lunch served with hot roti (rotli). Serves: 4 Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Ingredients: 1 whole chicken (1kg), cut into pieces 3 tablespoons oil 5 whole […]
For many of us, our earliest cooking memories often involve a parent or family member showing us how to make a simple (yet inevitably messy) dish, perhaps something along the lines of pancakes or chocolate cookies. Our family’s influence on our kitchen experience flows through to those old-faithful family dishes, […]
There is nothing more exciting than a gastronomic experience that takes your cooking, coffee, drinks or kitchen to the next level, so scroll down to find out the M2woman must-haves. Drink Up There’s nothing like a refreshing, fruity drink on a hot summer’s day. It’s even better when that drink […]
Here is the latest news from the world of success and business, breaking down burnout, diversity in the workplace and the keys to success. The Performance Pursuit In the ever-competitive world we live in, being busy is almost something to brag about. However, this busyness doesn’t necessarily lead to productivity […]
Now that most of us are back at work, I’m sure there’s one thing we can all agree on – bring back those Friday social afternoons with the work crew! And while the days are hot and the sun is still shining right through until the evening, we still want […]
Maybe you love where you live, but not the home you live in. This is the dilemma for many people with older homes in developed locations. For those people, the option to either subdivide or remove and rebuild can be the perfect solution, a new home on the site that […]
With Auckland Anniversary this weekend, many of us from the upper North Island will be making the most of this (hopefully) glorious weekend by spending time with friends and family in the sun. So why not try this zingy Southside cocktail with a couple of metre-long pizzas to get the […]
Summer is finally here and we’ve got the ultimate cocktail to celebrate the sunny and warm days ahead. A Pimm’s cup is known to be the ultimate English Summer cocktail – think lazy afternoons outside the tennis pavilion after a few games or quaint garden gatherings. And while we’re not […]
Sipping a luxe cocktail in a Manhattan bar would be nice right about now, right? Well, now you can stop dreaming and whip up this tasty drop, which is nearly as good as actually being in New York. Taking the classic Whisky Sour and turning it on its head by […]
M2woman breaks down what you should watch and so this spring. The Power of the Dog Directed by iconic Kiwi filmmaker, Jane Campion, and host to a star-studded cast list, The Power of Dog is a haunting drama, based on the novel of the same name by Thomas Savage. Benedict […]
Gehry iconic buildings are seen all over the world, from the Guggenheim Museum in Spain to the Walt Disney Concert Hall in LA. Known for his unusual and experimental work, Canadian architect, Frank Gehry, is considered one of the most important designers of his generation. And now he has turned […]
Anna Jackman Employment Lawyer DTI Lawyers, Hamilton The change I want to see in the next 12 months is… That workplaces continue the conversation about health and wellbeing and implement and embrace a real shift in attitude where still required. It’s great to see wellbeing issues being at the […]
Jenny Drury is the Founder and Designer of NZ fashion brands Ketz-ke and LEO + BE We need pay equality because… when you’re doing the same job as a man, you should be getting paid the same amount, and it is as simple as that. I’d name my […]
Catherine Emerson Head of Marketing & Strategy, ‘it’s no secret’ Podcast Co-Host Diversity in the workplace is… not only about how people look or identify, but about having diversity of thought. Great ideas and innovation come from having a broad variety of views, so we can challenge one another and […]
The House of Dior has been fronted by many iconic designers since its inception in 1946. John Galliano, Yves Saint Laurent, Raf Simons and Marc Bohan have all made their mark on the luxury brand, and it is the latter designer who current Creative Director, Maria Grazia Chiuri, has paid […]
Believe it or not, Christmas is just around the corner. Luckily for you, M2woman has done all the Christmas Gift hunting for you and we’ve come up with the complete guide for all your silly season shopping. Get Mixing It seems in recent years that the classic G&T […]
The Siena Drone Photo Awards 2021 Known for showcasing images that give viewers an insight into the world we live in, the annual Siena Awards aims to create awareness and understanding of that which is less familiar. Displaying three different photography contests – the Siena International Photo Awards, Creative Photo […]
For those who keep abreast of all that’s fresh and innovative in beauty, the name Sávar will already be on your radar, nestled comfortably within the naturally-derived skincare lexicon. A beauty company with founding principles grounded in simplicity, purity and nature, their ambition when launching in Auckland in 2010 was […]
Crowning the newly formulated Sávar skincare lineup is the brand’s cult favourite Antioxidant Hydrating Mask, which is being relaunched at the end of this year as the Restorative Tofu Facial Mask. Already recognised for delivering users a silken ‘tofu skin’ texture and restoring skin’s radiant glow, this next-generation mask, harnessing […]
Globalisation has seen the melding of cultures permeate through society; from the way we communicate, to art and fashion, to the food we eat. We are now living in a world where the word ‘fusion’ is so commonly used that it has almost become a culture in itself. And nowhere […]
It’s been a long winter separated from friends, family and our favourite establishments, but summer is finally on the horizon. Gather the troops and hop on a Fullers360 ferry to Waiheke Island this summer, where you can fill your days with sunshine, world class beaches and some of the best […]
Now that Spring has finally sprung, it’s time to embrace all that comes with this season of new life. Think fresh berries, fragrant herbs and sipping bubbly drinks at a garden party. While some of us may still be confined to home for the time being, with the marvels of […]
The Mojito cocktail is perhaps one of Cuba’s most famous exports. While its origin is still debated, it has been said to be a favourite drink of Ernest Hemingway and was found to be the most popular drink in Britain and France a few years ago. The simple cocktail contains […]
While it may not feel like it, summer is just around the corner. A season of sunshine, beaches and all things refreshing and sweet. And what better way to celebrate the near arrival of everybody’s favourite time of year than with the ultimate summer drink – Sangria! Here we have […]
We’re officially halfway through spring – which means summer is just around the corner! And what better way to celebrate this very important milestone that with a refreshing citrusy drop. Our pick for a cocktail this Friday is a spin on a classic – a Blood Orange Rosemary Negroni. Transporting […]
Most often served in a copper mug to keep the drink at a cold temperature, the Moscow Mule is a simple vodka cocktail utilising the sour flavours of lime and spicy notes of ginger beer to make it a cool and refreshing drink. This reinvention of the Moscow Mule switches […]
As we enter the last day of a week with a rather mixed bag of weather, we here at the M2woman office are ready to spice up our Friday with a fun little tipple. If you and your colleagues are feeling the same way, we suggest trying this refreshing and […]
Friday is here and it’s time to celebrate the end of the working week with your fellow hard-working colleagues. So gather together the troops, order in a pizza, get out the cocktail shaker and serve up this tasty spin on everyone’s favourite Espresso Martini. There have been several stories to […]
The Bramble cocktail was developed by innovative and infamous British bartender (he allegedly invented the Espresso Martini), Dick Bradsell in the 1980s after he set out to create a classic British cocktail. Dick Bradsell used his memories of going blackberry picking on the Isle of Wight in the UK as […]
Life is full of challenges. Pushing ourselves out of our comfort zone and to the next level can have a great impact on our confidence, physical ability or mental health. And these challenges can be even more rewarding when you have a team with you, working towards the same goal, […]
M2woman’s top picks of the things to watch and do this Winter. Valerie Taylor: Playing with Sharks A documentary telling the story of legendary Australian conservationist and scuba diver, Valerie Taylor, who has campaigned for the protection of sharks throughout her life. A pioneer in the world of marine documentaries, […]
Usually seen gracing the necks and ears of those famous few who walk the red carpets of the world, the exquisite designs of luxury jewellery house, Cartier, are synonymous with absolute opulence. First opening in Osaka in 2000, Cartier’s Shinsaibashi Boutique has been the brand’s flagship store in the […]
When two brands, whose names are interchangeable with luxury, pair up for a collaboration, you can safely assume the end product is going to be one of absolute majesty. Thanks to Japanese entrepreneur Yusaku Maezawa’s deep pockets, this very thing has happened with a collaboration between Rolls-Royce Motor Cars […]
Featuring brushed cotton plaid, rich jewel tones and super soft knitwear, Favourite Things, the AW21 collection from beloved NZ brand, Penny Sage, feels just like home. The campaign – shot in the hometown of the brand’s designer Kate Megaw, Pukeokahu – places the collection in what feels like its natural […]
Adashiko’s ethos lies in their slogan, health and beauty from the inside out, so their first belief is that retaining these things is an inside job. They will tell you first and foremost that their superbly high quality collagen powder is what you should be consuming to get real results. […]
You may have heard the terms ‘regenerative gardening’ or ‘permaculture’ in recent years. The gardening philosophy, which has become more popular in recent years, with the call to better look after our environment and a wide-reaching desire to become more self-sustaining, is based on the idea of taking the lead […]
L’Americano transports guests to the Italian Riviera with inspired interiors and a relaxed menu, set adjacent to the Coco Republic showroom at Westfield Newmarket. A welcome addition to the inner Auckland coffee and dining scene, L’Americano is an exciting partnership between leading design brand Coco Republic and one of New […]
All of the latest news in the world of business and success. Job Hunting Joy The economic uncertainty over the past 18 months has given us more reason than ever to secure stable long-term employment. Standing out from other candidates from similar education and employment backgrounds is essential, however […]
Winter is well and truly here and with it comes all things warm and toasty. Scarves, crackling fireplaces and hot beverages are all on the cards as the evenings get darker and colder. While many of us may become hermits during these months, there’s no excuse not to socialise with […]
Equal parts sweet and sour, the Cosmopolitan cocktail is the perfect balance for those who like something in between. While the drink’s popularity surged in the 90s, mostly thanks to Sex and the City character, Carrie Bradshaw’s penchant for it, a cocktail called the Cosmopolitan Daisy has been around for […]
