At the vanguard of a new range of vehicles, the Maserati Ghibli GT takes on sustainable design with a stylish twist

When the first Maserati Ghibli was revealed in 1966 by prodigy Giorgetto Giugiaro, it became an instant automotive design icon — its fastback format, pop-up headlights and shark-nosed profile as audacious as they were alluring. Named after the legendary south-easterly in the Libyan desert, the Ghibli promised to ride like the wind. 

Continuous development underscores Maserati’s success over its 107-year history and the Ghibli is no exception. Even years after the debut of the sports sedan with its coupé silhouette, automotive connoisseurs are impressed with comprehensive technical and stylistic enhancements.

What made 2021 so special for Maserati was the electrification of the brand, which is breaking into a new era of hybrid technology without altering the brand’s core philosophy and values.

In perfect harmony with its DNA, Maserati has chosen a hybrid solution focused primarily on improving performance, while also reducing fuel consumption and cutting emissions.

Capturing the zeitgeist once again, the 2022 Ghibli GT delivers a dynamic yet refined drive at high speeds, like a designer race car. The difference is in the innovative L4 engine that is faster than diesel and greener than gasoline for efficiently delivered exhilaration. The forward-thinking spirit of this iteration is firing on all 4-cylinders of the engine, with a 48V motor that ensures superior performance, and that same unmistakeable sound that has distinguished every Maserati.

This new hybrid technology exploits kinetic energy the car accumulates when in motion, recovering it and transforming it into electricity during deceleration and braking, and storing it in a battery. In combination with a perfectly positioned eBooster this provides the driver a calm transition for a faster and more comfortable experience. With a top speed of 255 km/h and acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds that comfort comes with considerable power.

While it’s racing towards the future with a high-performance engine design, there is a timeless beauty to the Ghibli GT that honours the Maserati gone before. In the tradition of ‘grand touring’ — fitting a sophisticated engine into an even more stylish coupé — the trim is characteristic of elegant Italian style, sculpted curves and all.

The interiors are a testament to Italian craftsmanship with natural silk upholstery by Ermenegildo Zegna and soft, full-grain natural leather sourced exclusively by Pieno Fiore. A Maserati is like a work of art, known for its construction with the care and attention that only the human hand can provide. As such, the Ghibli GT can be customised to a driver’s every aesthetically-charged need.

The most immersive design detail is the instrument cluster. A reconfigured MIA (Maserati Intelligent Assistant) multimedia system ensures comfort and safety with its personalised support. Presented in a frameless 10”1 HD touch screen, it has a new graphic interface behind an elegant curved glass edge — a first of its kind in automotive design. As well as an intuitive app, there are other little luxuries to discover, like wireless phone charging and a wi-fi hotspot for preoccupied passengers. 

As was the case with the original Ghibli design 55 years ago, this clean spark of design creativity is a catalyst for change for the coupés that come next. The attention to detail, style and quality in all aspects of the Ghibli GT embodies the very essence of Maserati.

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Renowned Italian design company Molteni&C has found a New Zealand home at Dawson & Co.

It was back in 1934 that Angelo Molteni established a small furniture business in Guissano, Italy, unaware of the eventual impact it would have in the world of international design. By the second half of the 1950s, Molteni’s reputation as a brand that stood for innovation, collaboration and luxury was already becoming clear, with its pieces praised for their forward-looking, avant-garde nature and rapid industrialisation driving the brand’s development.

This set Molteni&C on a trajectory of success, a path that has underpinned its evolution and laid the foundations for the exceptional, multifaceted design entity it is today. 

The beauty of Molteni&C (aside from its collections) is the fact that its core tenet of creating progressive, high-quality designs that are entirely made in Italy has undergone little change since the brand’s inception. It still is one of the only furniture brands with a production chain that can claim to be 100 percent made in Italy, from the initial sourcing of materials to the final products.

Now, Molteni&C is recognised as the residential furniture arm of the wider Molteni group, which also includes Dada (kitchen furnishing), Unifor (office furnishing) and Citterio (divider walls and office furniture), and is internationally sought-after by a raft of renowned architects and designers.

And thanks to local design go-to, Dawson & Co., getting our hands on some of the pieces from those ranges has never been easier. From occasional chairs to modular sofas, refined coffee tables and even a line-up of elegant mirrors, the selection not only injects a touch of luxury into our interiors, but offers up the chance to own a piece that speaks to the rich history of Italian design.  

An early pioneer, an instigator of trends and a leader in every sense of the word, Molteni&C is a brand to invest in, to keep in your home forever and to hand down through generations. With a timeless ethos that lends itself to furniture that is versatile, durable and visually arresting, this heritage brand is one that we are overjoyed to finally be able to introduce into our home.

Dawson & Co

115 The Strand
Parnell
Auckland 1010

dawsonandco.nz

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She wears The Le Bon V Neck Tee and the Sienna Skirt. He wears the Prince Shawl Lapel Tuxedo Jacket with The Cuban Polo and The Brera Trouser.

Dadelszen’s hedonistic collection has us ready for fashion revelry

After a third of the year spent in lockdown in Auckland, we are ready to dress up and let our hair down well and truly. Well-timed, then, is Dadelszen’s Summer 21/22 collection — a feat of fashion frolicking as we patiently await the green (or should we say red) light.

The new collection includes Dadelszen’s signature, sensual cuts, with beautiful new season silhouettes — particularly in knitwear — that will make each day feel special as we create our own sense of freedom in anticipation.

She wears The Helena Jacket. He wears The Tuxedo Jacket and the Jitrois Leather Wynn Trouser in Noir.

The Helena double-breasted jacket, in pure cotton with mother of pearl buttons, and Elvira jacket, in red velvet with silk satin lapel, bring back an appreciation of touch. A standout fabrication, the forest green crepe combed cotton can be found in the effortless Riviera dress. Meanwhile, feather-pure cotton and cashmere and silk t-shirts, skirts and dresses are exceptional-feeling essentials.

Inspired in part by lockdown dressing, and the interchangeability of wardrobes, many of the garments — including the cotton knit polos — have a versatile, genderless appeal. They also pair perfectly with a range of pieces from iconic leather label Jitrois, which the Dadelszen showroom stocks exclusively.

Left to right: He wears The Jitrois Wynn Leather Trouser with the Edward Peak Lapel Jacket and the Brando Cashmere and Silk Tee, She wears The Elvira Tuxedo Jacket with the Manhattan Trouser; He wears The Edward Peak Lapel with The Cashmere Tee.

Working with iconic celebrity photographer Tony Duran for the fifth time, yet for the first time remotely, Dadelszen’s ‘Let Me Free’ campaign captures the longing desire for a return to reality, as models try on these new styles for size. 

“Throughout this tumultuous year, we have leaned more than ever on trusted partners to bring our vision to life — and in some ways, the results have been even more incredible than we could have ever imagined,” says founder and co-creative director Edward von Dadelszen. “’Let me Free’ tells the fantastical story of what comes next, the rebirth of us all, which is just around the corner.” 

Capturing the social interaction and spontaneity we so crave, Duran’s work for Dadelszen has remained as timeless and alluring as when they first started their creative partnership together. Transcending the commercial context, a select number of campaign images hang proudly on walls around the world, after private requests from loyal clients. 

In response to ongoing inquiries, Dadelszen is delighted to announce the release of an official series of limited-edition campaign prints — from the archives through to today — to coincide with the launch of the Summer 21/22 collection.

Whether you’re staying close to home or planning a galavanting getaway this summer, Dadelszen’s new offering ensures celebrations will ensue.

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The Kosher Deli is a hidden gem serving some of the best bagels and speciality goods in town

Serving New-York style bagels with all the trimmings, New Zealand’s only Kosher delicatessen certainly makes up for the rest of the country when it comes to sharing contemporary, Yiddish-friendly foods.

The Kosher Deli is led by chef Sam Lewis, who trained in Michelin star restaurants (including Michel Roux Jr’s Le Gavroche restaurant in Mayfair) before moving to Auckland and running the Deli in 2018. His own brand Sam’s Bagels are something special to sink your teeth into. “You won’t find a bagel like it in Auckland, it’s a proper New York-style, chewy, delicious bagel,” he says. 

Toppings include the Classic Smoked Salmon, with cream cheese, house pickles and red onion, and the Egg Salad, with celery, spring onion and cucumber. As well as a new Montreal-style bagel they go down exceptionally well with the Deli’s Atomic coffee.

While The Kosher Deli does a great morning deal for coffee and a bagel on the way to work, during lockdown it’s worth the trip into town for The Bagel Brunch Box, which includes six delicious bagels, and three spread options, as well as house pickles and lemon and olives.

As part of the Auckland Hebrew Congregation, The Kosher Deli is a welcoming community café and caterer that also imports specialty sauces and meats. Its ‘Yes We Are Kosher’ brand wraps up delicious dishes, including Tuna Florentine and Israeli Salad, which will be of interest to those who like to have an Ottolenghi-feel for their at-home spread.

With no shortage of takeaway and delivery options, the team has created a new Heat at Home menu, including the comforting Beef Goulash and Fish Pie. As well as freshly baked bagels, the Kosher kitchen makes heart-warming Classic Cinnamon Roll, Nutella Rugelach and Challah Loaf from scratch, and the likes of these will be available as a Bake at Home option soon. 

If you’re after some extra snacks, we recommend the Liebers Jelly Beans, Osem Bissli chips and Bamba peanut puffs from the almost overflowing shelves. There are also Kosher-certified drops on display, including a Laurent-Perrier Champagne and Marlborough’s ​​O’Dwyer’s Creek Pinot Noir.

On the walls, and available for purchase, are framed Dick Frizzel prints that were made especially by the artist for The Kosher Deli. They include ‘Pickel Smicmicle’, ‘Matzo Ball Soup’ and ‘Chopped Liver’ for a side of artistic humour.

When it is safe to do so, the Greys Avenue setting is a charming central-city location that includes café, streetside and courtyard seating. We’re sure you’ll be back for more.

Opening hours:
Monday to Friday: 9am — 2pm
Online shop orders available for Sunday delivery or pick-up

The Kosher Deli
110 Greys Avenue
Auckland CBD

www.kosherdeli.co.nz

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Amano’s sensational gelato and sorbet sticks are here to grace our summer days

Summer is so close, we can almost taste it. And, after trying the new gelato range from Amano, we know it will taste sweetly sublime. 

The rustic yet refined Italian eatery has released a range of gelato sticks and tubs, available every day from its lauded bakery. The coveted flavours include a beloved Lemon Curd Bombe Alaska, which covers the tart gelato in white chocolate, followed by a soft, toasted meringue. Meanwhile, the Macadamia Praline is perfectly naughty and nutty, with smooth gelato covered by a snappy chocolate-dipped coating. 

For vegans and chocolate-lovers alike, the Strawberry Sorbet with Dark Chocolate Dip is a frozen dessert revelation, as is the Chocolate Sorbet with Raspberry and Cocoa Nib Dip, which has an extra sprinkling of raspberry on the decadent coating.

Don’t wait for these delightful flavours to melt others’ hearts — head to the Britomart bakery as soon as the sun shines to ensure you secure these sensational Amano gelato and sorbet sticks and tubs.

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Kartell's Venice chairs.

These pieces from Italian design icon Kartell are sure to elevate any room in your home

When it comes to selecting new furniture pieces for the home, we’d wager there are very few of us who gravitate towards the conventional, the quotidian. Having collectively spent more than our fair share of time observing and utilising each item within our interiors, safe to say many of us are ready for an update — and a high-quality, unique and beautifully-designed one at that.

Thankfully, new pieces from emblematic Italian furniture company Kartell are now available at Backhouse and certainly encompass these integral qualities. 

Founded in Milan in 1949, Kartell is known and loved for its iconic pieces such as the Louis Ghost chair. From the living room to the kitchen counter; the bedroom to the entryway, no corner need be left behind when it comes to a much-needed spruce up.

The Geen-a floor lamp.

A particular highlight within the selection is the Geen-a floor lamp, the brand’s first floor-standing reading lamp. Designed by Ferruccio Laviani, it features a thin silhouette with an upper end that opens with a round cap — a hemisphere positioned atop a stem, protecting three LED lights. Equipped with a handle, allowing the entire painted steel piece to be easily moved, Geen-a is available in three colours — white, black and brick — with a matte finish.

Kartell’s Patricia Urquiola rug; Lunam chair; Geen-a lamp; Undique tables.

We’re also drawn to the beautiful rugs designed by Patricia Urquiola, woven with colourful yet subtle designs — eye-catching without being garish. The Philippe Starck-designed Charles Ghost Stool is also available in a new colourway, an enchanting Amber shade.

Charla chairs.

Should your dining set-up need a switch-up, just in time for cosy autumn dinner parties, the Charla chairs offer just the right amount of cocooning comfort, while the Venice chairs cut a contemporary and versatile figure for both indoors and outdoors. To sweetly illuminate bookshelves or side tables, the Mini Planet lamp by Tokujin Yoshioka appears as both objet d’art and light source.

Mini Planet lamp by Tokujin Yoshioka.

While unique to whichever designer Kartell has collaborated with, and to their fabrication, these pieces all have a similarity in their slightly offbeat forms — gently interesting curves prevail, softening any linear lines in the home or juxtaposing with more rigid materials they might be created from. They are sure to add just the right amount of personality to any setting, something the Italians always seem to do well.

Backhouse’s new Kartell selection is available to order now, for arrival early-to-mid-next year.

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With its soft, sophisticated scent, this utterly chic natural fragrance is the perfect gift for mothers-to-be and more

Olfaction, or sense of smell, is one of our most powerful senses. Scents and fragrances have the ability to conjure long-forgotten memories, transport us to another time or place, and even influence how we physically feel.

For women, this sensitivity can increase heartily when pregnant. As many of those expecting or with children will know, this can be both a good and bad thing, when the merest whiff of something they would usually find pleasant becomes unbearable. 

It was with this in mind that Frances Shoemack of natural perfume house Abel Odor and Emily Gray of organic children’s clothing brand Gray Label, came together with perfumer Dr. Fanny Grau to create Nurture — an Eau de Parfum made with specially selected ingredients that celebrate and cater to motherhood. 

With its sophisticated blend of 100 percent natural ingredients, including calming rose, uplifting orange, anti-nausea ginger and grounding sandalwood, Nurture has a soft, glowing heart note.

Originally launched in 2018, what the scent’s creators hadn’t expected was that it would become so popular with not just mothers-to-be, but all kinds of women — and men, too. As of this week, it has been re-released to more inclusively cater to all those who choose to wear it.

Left: Abel Odor founder Frances Shoemack.

“Nurture wearers are devoted fans not just because of its therapeutic properties, which transcend beyond motherhood, but also because it is a beautiful, sophisticated scent,” says Abel Odor founder Shoemack.

As all three women involved in its creation are mothers themselves, they were familiar with the “huge emotional journey” of early motherhood — the scent’s Nose Dr. Grau even developed Nurture while pregnant with her second son. While it’s often, understandably, the new arrival that gets showered with gifts, Nurture is a reminder that carers of all kind deserve treating too.

Shoemack, a New Zealander, founded Abel Odor while living in Amsterdam in 2013 when she was unable to find a perfume that was natural, contemporary, stylish and long-lasting. Since then, the brand has become internationally renowned for its unisex scents that are 100 percent plant-derived and vegan — as well as boasting a luxurious yet minimal aesthetic. Shoemack returned to Aotearoa in 2020 and now bases operations in Wellington, although Abel Odor remains globally focused. 

“‘Inclusion’ is a bandied-about term, but we think if you love a scent, you should buy it and wear it,” says Shoemack of this popular release. “While, at its heart, Nurture was created for mothers, with the re-launch it’s inviting anyone who connects with the fragrance to feel comfortable making it their own. After this year, everyone needs a bit of nurturing.”

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Make the most of your next big catch with this unbeatable fish taco recipe

Traditional Mexican tacos are universally tasty — made so by virtue of the fact that each one can be made to suit individual tastes. In this recipe (one of our favourites), fish is used as a light base for the taco filling, while a focus on fresh ingredients render the morsels healthy enough to justify a second margarita (or third).

Fish Tacos with Slaw, Mango Salsa and Avocado & Lime Dressing Recipe
Makes enough for six tacos.

Ingredients:

Fish
½ cup coconut milk
Juice of one lime
1 tsp of red chilli powder
½ teaspoon of sea salt
Approx. 350 grams of fresh snapper

Slaw
¼ cup of mayo
Juice of 1 lime
A handful of freshly chopped coriander, plus a little extra to garnish
Half a purple cabbage, shredded
Salt & pepper to taste

Mango salsa
1 large mango, peeled and cut into 1cm pieces
½ cup coriander, chopped
½ small red onion, finely chopped
1 packet of grape tomatoes, halved
1 fresh chilli, deseeded and finely chopped
Lime juice and salt to taste

Avocado & lime dressing (optional)
1 avocado
1 clove garlic
½ lime, squeezed
¼ tsp of sea salt
3 Tbsp olive oil
¼ cup greek yoghurt
¼ cup water

Essential:
1 pack of Tio Pablo Authentic corn tortillas
, or similar

Method:
1. Whisk the coconut milk, lime juice, chilli powder, and salt together.
2. Add the snapper until evenly coated before placing in the fridge to marinate for 20 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, prepare the slaw by mixing the mayo, lime juice and coriander. Then throw in the shredded cabbage and season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. To make the avocado and lime dressing, blitz in a food processor until smooth. You can store this in an air-tight mason jar in the fridge for up to 5 days.

5. For the mango salsa, mix all the chopped ingredients together in a bowl. Wait until the last moment to squeeze the lime on, so it doesn’t ‘cook’ the coriander.
6. Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Remove the snapper from the marinade and pan fry until opaque, approximately 3 to 5 minutes per side. Let rest for 5 minutes before flaking with a fork.
7. If you are making the avocado and lime dressing, whizz all the aforementioned ingredients together in a blender.
8. To assemble the tacos, serve the snapper over lightly grilled tortillas with the slaw and avocado dressing. Add a generous squeeze of lime juice and garnish with the mango salsa, plus a little extra coriander.

Image credit: Tabitha Blue

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Crisp shirts to signal the start of summer in the city

The summer shirt is a seasonal staple that ensures you look put-together even when the humidity heightens, and some looks start to go sideways. Crisp cotton styles are a breeze to wear, whether your pair yours tucked into leather skirts, flowing over tailored pants or layered under a statement dress.

While the versatile style is timeless, the trends can be delineated this season by the sleeve length — whether they are long, t-shirt, or simply non-existent. Choose your inner-city confidence boost below.

Left to right: Acne Studio Washed Cotton Sleeveless shirt from Workshop, Louis Vuitton Monogram Stripes Lavaliere blouse, Christian Dior Embroidered Sleeveless blouse, Theory Classic stretch-silk shirt from Net-A-Porter.

Ensuring you keep your cool, sleeveless shirts have a literal edge to them. Smart and contemporary, the collared style may be arms-free but they lend a hand in the street-style stakes.

Left to right: Camilla and Marc Kyra shirt, Christian Dior Chez Moi shirt, Matteau Short Sleeve Silk shirt from Muse Boutique.
Left to right: Louis Vuitton Monogram Ombre Silk top, Camilla and Marc Amaia shirt, The Row Elada oversized cotton-poplin shirt from Net-A-Porter.

Tropical-style shirts have a whole new vocation compared to the ones we used to buy on vacation. With long t-shirt sleeves and the odd pocket, the casual style has been elevated with careful design details. Throw on for a layer of louche luxury.

Left to right: Louis Vuitton Map Print Silk shirt, Loulou Studio Pulau shirt from Workshop, Totême organic cotton shirt from Net-A-Porter.

Business shirts are anything but boring when you look to luxury brands that always have a new design up their sleeve. From classic white and pinstripe to all-encompassing maps of the world, each and every one of these button-downs is a smart update.

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Meet Bunanza, the sweet micro-bakery specialising in insanely delicious cinnamon buns

While doughnut purveyors have certainly had their moment in the sun, the creator of another sweet doughy treat has caught our beady, brioche-loving eyes — and we’re betting the uptake will be enthusiastic indeed.

Specialising in moist, generously-frosted cinnamon buns, Bunanza was founded by local chef Krista On Hing, and we can attest to her prowess with each doughy delight. On Hing has worked in hospitality for over 16 years, training as a chef in Auckland before cooking at the likes of Meredith’s and, most recently, Gemmayze Street. 

Having finished up at Gemmayze to explore new avenues just before lockdown, On Hing’s idea for Bunanza was born from extra time and a desire to do something with idle hands. In making cinnamon buns for her sweet-toothed partner, she found she thoroughly enjoyed the process and decided to take it one step further. And the response has been great so far.

“People love sweets and pâtisseries and beautiful-looking things to give as gifts — or just for themselves,” says On Hing, when asked why she thinks the buns have been popular from the outset.

Available in boxes of six or 12, Bunanza’s buns are a feast for the eyes and the stomach. Toppings wise, there is currently a zesty, creamy orange blossom cream cheese swirl; a silky swiss meringue buttercream whipped up with vanilla, and a nutty, sweet browned butter with chopped salted almonds.

Having started up so recently, On Hing is keen to get her systems sorted, then will look at expanding to other flavours — including, perhaps, a festive Christmas flavour. 

Currently available for delivery on days and to locations stipulated on the website, Bunanza’s buns are easy to order — and are also baked fresh on the day of delivery to ensure the most heavenly soft texture. 

Paired with a hot cup of tea or coffee, we can’t think of anything else we’d rather indulge in for a mid-morning treat or afternoon pick-me-up.

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