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Banana, Coconut and Honey Cream Tarts
INGREDIENTS:1 Sheet of Short PastryFilling1⁄4 cup sugar1⁄4 cup honey2 tablespoons cornflour1⁄4 teaspoon salt2 1⁄2 cups milk2 egg yolks, beaten1 tablespoon unsalted butter1 tablespoon vanilla extract1 cup heavy creamTopping4 bananas cut into smaller pieces2 tablespoons plus2 teaspoons sugarToasted coconut flakesHoney for drizzlingMETHOD:Preheat the oven to 200 ̊C. Line 8 mini tart pans with the short pastry…
How to say goodbye to winter weeds forever
Winter can take its toll on your garden, especially if it suffers unduly from being in the shade. Weeds pop up as plants struggle for light, and mould and grime hang on to pavers, making them dull and unsightly.Weeds also sprout in the cracks of your pavers and must be dealt with before overwhelming a…
Seven factors will influence whether you buy or sell first
With our property market in transition, recording six months of consecutive growth, many owners with medium-term plans to sell are now asking two key questions.Is it the right time to move? And if I'm ready to take the plunge, should I buy first and then purchase or vice versa?While upgrading your property can be exciting,…
Recipe of the month: Spicy Szechuan Noodles with Garlic Chili Oil
INGREDIENTSWide Chinese wheat noodles1 stalk spring onion - choppedHandful of coriander - choppedSesame seeds - for garnishSzechuan Garlic Chili Oil Sauce3 cloves garlic - minced1 to 2 Tablespoons Szechuan chili flakes - or to taste3 Tablespoons vegetable oil1 Tablespoon dark soy sauce - substitute with regular soy sauce2 to 3 teaspoons Chinese black vinegar -…
Never take these DIY short-cuts
Pressures of daily life often mean we're always rushing from one task to another, trying to cram as much as possible into our day.And when you move into a new home, or you're preparing to put your property on the market, it's tempting to skate over important issues or try a few DIY jobs that…
Back to basics . Tips for buying and selling real estate
Deciding whether to sell your existing home before buying a new one or buying now and selling later can depend on your individual circumstances, financial situation, and the current state of the real estate market. Here are some tips and tricks to look out for if you are thinking of buying or selling:Do your researchBefore buying…
Focus key to buying before recovery in full swing
Upgrading your property, or plunging into the market for the first time, requires some strategic thinking at the moment.Shelving your property ambitions right now, and putting them to the back of your mind, will not help you capitalise on the current opportunities.While New Zealand is technically in a recession (we've had consecutive quarters of negative…
Shortage may signal optimal time to sell
Popular regions around New Zealand are starting to experience a shortage of properties for sale; and that may be a positive sign for owners debating whether they should sell in the current market.Dramatic shortages are being reported in Gisborne and Hawke's Bay, where the number of homes for sale is down 62% for houses and…
Five reasons why tiny homes are big news
So-called “tiny homes” are quickly becoming a feature of our real estate scene.Whether you're determined to reduce your environmental footprint on the planet or you've decided it's a great way to jump on the property ladder, tiny homes have drawn a lot of interest from first-time buyers and downsizers.It's also caught the attention of homeowners…
Recipe of the Month: Orange Cardamom Breakfast Bread Twist
Ingredients Dough▢¾ cup milk, warmed to about 110°F (about 40 seconds in the microwave)▢2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast▢1 large egg, room temperature▢¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar▢1 teaspoon kosher salt, if using table salt add 1/2 teaspoon▢3 cups (375 g) all-purpose flour▢1 cup (226g/2 sticks) unsalted butter, cold Filling▢4 tablespoons butter, room temperature▢½ cup (100 g) packed brown sugar▢2 tablespoons all-purpose flour▢1 teaspoon orange zest▢1 teaspoon cardamom▢pinch kosher salt Glaze▢2 cups confectioner's sugar▢¼ cup orange juice (or the juice from one orange)Method …
Key questions to ask before you upsize.
If your kids are screaming at each other in their bedroom and driving you spare, it may be time to upgrade your home. Separate bedrooms – or even sections of the house – can be good for family life and help maintain your sanity.As an experienced local agency, we've found “family” is the most common…
Changing price trends make it a good time to act
The tide continues to turn for New Zealand property prices, meaning first-time buyers should begin planning their move before the value recovery starts to pick up pace.A total of 14 territorial local authority areas registered an increase in residential prices, according to a June market survey issued by OneRoof.Its Valocity House Index shows the brightest…
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