Kia ora. I find it fitting that this May, Channel Magazine is celebrating Winter Style! With cooler evenings and chilly mornings, I’ve tucked away my summer wear in exchange for fluffy sweaters, cozy leggings, comfy boots and of course, my favourite  toques – which is what Canadians call a beanie.
I am hopeful that the Trans-Tasman bubble will spark tourism to our shores, but the sad reality is that many of our businesses are still struggling and winter months tend to be slower in the village. Supporting local and sharing your favourite shops with non-locals is more
important than it has ever been and there are a lot of incredible reasons to do so.
New season stock is arriving and shop windows in the village are decorated with the latest fashions and trends. From clothing and accessories to health and home décor, you need not look far as you prepare your family and household for the cooler winter months.
And what better way to do that than in attendance at a glamorous, chic and dazzling night of winter fashion and fun? Our local retailers are set to showcase the unique head-to-toe fashions, accessories and more that Devonport has to offer at Fashion on the Wharf 2021.
Taking place on Thursday, 20th May at 7pm, the evening will be emceed by Pippa Wetzell in support of Dress for Success, which provides professional attire to empower women to succeed in the workplace.
This event sold out weeks in advance last time, so don’t delay. With only 250 tickets and limited seating, grab your gal pals and scoop up your tickets today at www.devonport.co.nz. Ten percent of your ticket price goes to support Dress for Success.
Gentlemen, this is a friendly reminder that Mother’s Day is Sunday 9th May. As always, Devonport Flowers and Devonport Chocolates have you covered for the beautiful basics. And because we ladies know that we can sometimes be a little challenging to buy for… a ticket
package to Fashion on the Wharf is guaranteed mum and partner approved.
Our hospitality businesses continue to make noise around Auckland with the likes of Vondel getting a shout-out in Metro Eats, Vic Road Kitchen and Chateaubriant being nominated for Denizen’s Hospo Heroes and a number of tasty new restaurants and cafés opening up to
acclaim.
I recently caught up with “Sasee” and Kayoko Sawaki, owners of Danryu Japanese seafood restaurant. One of our “new kids on the block”, Sasee is an award-winning chef who has a dream: a dream that his restaurant will one day entice visitors from all corners of Tamaki Makaurau and beyond to Devonport’s shores to experience our beauty and his artistic cuisine. With reservations a must, Sasee serves up a culinary experience that will not be forgotten.
Until next time, stay warm my fFriends,
Shaulyn