Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 23, 2022 i Woman's Day Magazine NZ

When a 25-year-old Nadia Lim filled in an application to be part of reality cooking show MasterChef NZ way back in 2011, she could never have known how that fateful decision would change her life forever. Today, the foodie star is back where it all began and this time she’s not only in charge of the show, but she’s now one of the country’s most recognisable, most-trusted and most-liked people. While reality TV may have launched Nadia’s career, no one can deny that it’s talent, passion plus a lot of hard work and sacrifice that have got her to where she is today. With the new season of MasterChef onscreen now, we catch up with the foodie at her home in Arrowtown. Talking about hard work, our editor Sebastian is…

Monaco’s Princess Charlene has finally spoken out about the mysterious health battle that has plagued her for the past year. The 44-year-old royal described herself as still “fragile” and said “the road has been long, diffi cult and so painful”. She recently returned to Monaco after a four-month stay in a Swiss clinic where she was treated for emotional and physical exhaustion. Since then, she has dedicated her time to nurturing her relationship with her husband Prince Albert, describing him as her “protector”, and their children, seven-year-old twins Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella. She has also started to rebuild her royal life and last week stepped out for a glamorous Monte Carlo Fashion Week event with gorgeous Gabriella. It was a special night for the youngster – and her first…

Ed Sheeran has told friends that no awards or accolade can top his feelings at welcoming his second baby girl into the world last week. The Shape Of You hitmaker, 31, and his wife – and high school sweetheart – Cherry Seaborn, 30, announced the surprise arrival on Instagram. “Want to let you all know we’ve had another beautiful baby girl. We are both so in love with her, and over the moon to be a family of four,” said Ed. While the delighted couple have yet to reveal their chosen name for the bub, a sister for their adorable 21-month-old Lyra, friends say it’s a whole new world for Ed. “Watching Lyra with her new sister brought tears to his eyes – he’s always wanted two daughters,” says an…

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have done their best to raise their children as normally as possible, despite the palatial roofs over their heads. And that’s especially the case for their eldest, Prince George, who has spent his childhood kicking a soccer ball and playing in the mud without the pressure of his future looming before him. It’s believed the eight-year-old has been told “as little as possible” about the fact that he will one day become king – until very recently. “Kate and William wanted him to have a happy, easygoing childhood,” says a source. “They felt he had plenty of time to feel the weight of the monarchy on his shoulders.” Woman’s Day understands that with William stepping into more “king-like” roles in support of Prince Charles…

She became America’s sweetheart in the 1980s and ’90s, thanks to a string of cosy romantic movies like When Harry Met Sally and Sleepless In Seattle that saw audiences fall in love with her heartwarming charm and twinkling smile. But Meg Ryan reveals she was left “burned out” by her acting career and dipped out of the limelight “to live more”. “I didn’t feel like I knew enough any more about myself or the world to reflect it as an actor. I felt isolated,” says the star, who last appeared on the big screen in 2015’s Ithaca. Now, she’s preparing to make her first romantic comedy in 13 years, What Happens Later, alongside fellow ’90s favourite David Duchovny, 61, which she will star in and direct. “Here we go!” gushed…

‘Night-time was my enemy. I felt like a fraud’ From reality TV to bestselling books and business empires, Nadia Lim and Chelsea Winter have become familiar faces since winning MasterChef NZ, but it’s been trickier to keep track of fellow champion Tim Read. After taking out the title in 2015, the former physiotherapist retreated from the spotlight to find his own path – a journey that’s sent him around the world and back again, returning to Kiwi screens this week on TVNZ 2 cooking show Snack Masters NZ. “Winning MasterChef was obviously incredible, but also surreal,” Tim tells Woman’s Day. “You win a TV show, and suddenly you’re referred to as a MasterChef and held up to this incredibly high standard. It was a big mental shock for me.” From…

In 2006, when Claire Ashman discovered an eviction notice plastered on the front door of her home, she was elated. It was an unexpected response, but the mum-of-eight saw it as her opportunity to escape the religious commune she’d been living in, alongside 180 others, for almost a decade. “I was so excited, I said, ‘Oh, I can’t believe this – my kids and I have been waiting for this for so long,’” Claire, 51, tells Woman’s Day from her Brisbane home. The Order of St Charbel in Nowra, on the NSW South Coast, was a cult that believed the end of the world was coming and civilisation would end due to a catastrophic global event. The group’s founder, William Kamm, prophesied the global doomsday and claimed he could communicate…

As the saying goes, there are times when we can be our own worst enemies. Self-sabotage is a very real problem for many people and what’s worse, we often don’t realise when we’re doing it. “Self-sabotage, by its very nature means that you are your own worst enemy, after all, it’s you who is sabotaging yourself,” explains Domonique Bertolucci, happiness expert and author of 7 Step Mindset Makeover: Refocus Your Thoughts And Take Charge Of Your Life. This can happen directly or indirectly. “Eating a large piece of cake when you say you want to lose weight is an example of direct self-sabotage,” says Domonique. “But while most people are aware of the ways they directly sabotage their success, they’re less conscious of the ways they do this indirectly –…

The founder of her own globally celebrated, eponymous skincare brand, Emma Lewisham is passionate about using an eye cream every day. “They are specifically formulated to cater to this delicate skin, which is thinner, has less underlying support and experiences creasing from facial expressions,” she tells. “A good eye cream is formulated with specialised ingredients, potencies and combinations targeted to address the unique concerns of this specific area, to offer effective support.” She adds that a “scientifically backed, 100% natural eye cream has undoubtedly been the most requested product from our customers” – and the brand has definitely delivered.…

There are stunning ocean views from almost every room, but two-time Oscar winner Hilary Swank has decided to list her Los Angeles Spanish-style villa for $14.7 million, nearly double what she paid for it in 2007. Perched atop a hillside within picturesque Pacific Palisades, the sprawling property has six bedrooms and six-and-a-half bathrooms. Built in 1928, the three-story estate features unique characteristics including colourful vintage tile work and handpainted wood beam ceilings. The actress has made some impressive renovations and upgrades to the home such as a wine and cigar room, as well as a 16-seat movie theatre and concession stand – complete with its own popcorn maker! Other lavish highlights include private balconies attached to the bedrooms that have spectacular ocean views, along with chic interiors that include built-in…

STEAK WITH JALAPENO BUTTER SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINS COOK 15 MINS + MARINATING, RESTING • 750g beef minute steaks • 1 tbsp olive oil, plus 1 tbsp extra • 1 tbsp garlic powder • 1 tbsp smoked paprika • 100g butter, softened • 2 jalapeno chillies, seeded, chopped coarsely • lime wedges, salad, to serve 1 In a large bowl, toss steak with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika and season with salt and pepper. Set aside at room temperature 30 mins. 2 In a small food processor, pulse butter and jalapenos with salt, to taste, until combined. Set aside. 3 Preheat a chargrill pan on high. cook steak 2 mins each side for medium (or until cooked to taste). Transfer to a plate. Rest, 2 mins, loosely covered…

Loving Tobi AMANDA SAYS Tobi comes through and shows me that he passed over not that long ago. He laughs as he tells me he was a very gentle, cute and loving dog. He had been with Carolyn since he was a puppy. He knows he was and still is her everything, and that she misses him so much. Carolyn’s father then makes an appearance and shows me he has some other pets with him, including a cat called Sooty from many years ago and another couple of dogs, one called Jack. Tobi knew Carolyn’s father and loved him very much, Carolyn’s father says he often goes to visit her mum, who is still living. Tobi then tells me that he will always love his mum because she looked after…

EVENT FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL AOTEAROA Take a deep dive into French culture with a selection of 21 of France’s finest films from the past year. The handpicked collection features everything from romantic romps to heart-warming journeys and will debut in 15 major centres across the country. Visit frenchfilmfestival.co.nz to find out when the festival arrives in a town near you and to buy tickets. TICKETS ON SALE NOW BOOK MATARIKI AROUND THE WORLD: A CLUSTER OF STARS, A CLUSTER OF STORIES by Rangi Ma¯ta¯mua & Miriama Kamo We are weeks away from the first public holiday honouring Matariki, and this collection of stories compiled by broadcaster Miriama Kamo and Maori astronomer Rangi Ma¯tamua is the perfect time to brush up on why this star cluster is so important to us and…

ON THE NOSE IDRIS ELBA We’d never tell a Hollywood star to dim their shine, but when it comes to walking the red carpet, appearing too shiny is an A-list sin! Luckily, the popular British actor found time to powder his nose before greeting fans at the Cannes Film Festival. Fairy magic CHANNING TATUM Um, we can’t quite remember this version of Magic Mike! The dancer, actor and author donned a tutu and glittery headband to promote his new children’s picture book, The One And Only Sparkella! Royally crafty PRINCE EDWARD It turns out the Queen’s youngest son is a secret arts and crafts lover! Edward was “sew” excited to get involved in jubilee preparations at the Isle of Wight Agricultural Society’s Education Day. WHAT A THRILLSEEKER! QUEEN MARGRETHE You’re…

Wedding no.3... The Italian job Keeping up with the nuptials! Taking the plunge – again! There wasn’t a dry eye as Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker said “I do” for the third time. On this occasion, the couple exchanged vows at a castle in Portofino, Italy. Both dressed in Dolce & Gabbana, “Kravis” (as the pair are now known) partied until the wee hours with their entire families and A-list celebrity pals. Then after a few hours of sleep, the newlyweds headed off on a luxury boat, where they took the plunge in the ocean – fully clothed and with plenty of PDA! But wait, there’s more! It’s said Kourt, 43, and Trav, 46, have a fourth wedding in the works. This time in their hometown of Los Angeles, and…

Olivia Wilde sparked speculation she and boyfriend Harry Styles are expecting their first child together after she was spotted in New York on 22 May. “Olivia being pregnant would be no surprise to anyone,” says a friend of the 38-year-old. “They’ve been trying since the start of the year.” The actress and the popstar went public with their romance in January 2021, and Harry has admitted he’s keen to be a dad. “I can’t wait to have kids,” the singer, 28, once revealed, while an insider reveals the news would be “a dream come true” for him. Meanwhile, Olivia – who shares son Otis, eight, and daughter Daisy, five, with ex Jason Sudeikis – says for her it’s “the more the merrier” when it comes to babies. If the couple…

Just a month shy of his 60th birthday, Tom Cruise has made a roaring return to the red carpet, with friends and fans alike agreeing that he’s in the best shape of his life – and with his heartthrob status back intact, all eyes are now on the very single actor to see who will fill his dance card! During his recent red carpet appearances for the premieres of Top Gun: Maverick, Tom appeared to be quite entranced by his stunning co-star Jennifer Connelly, 51. “They only had eyes for each other,” an onlooker shared after watching the pair at a Cannes Film Festival photocall, where the sequel premiered 36 years after the first instalment in 1986. “They were joined at the hip,” an insider has revealed. “And who can…

She may have found her happy ever after countless times on screen, but real-life love has eluded Meg. She and fellow actor Dennis Quaid were Hollywood’s golden couple in the ’90s before their 10-year marriage ended in a bitter and very public divorce in 2001. Meg’s “good girl” image took a hit when it was revealed she was involved in a romance with her Proof Of Life co-star Russell Crowe, 58, in 2000. “Russell didn’t break up the marriage,” says Meg. “He was definitely there at the end, but it wasn’t his fault. I was a mess. I hurt him, too, at the end. I couldn’t be in another long relationship, it wasn’t the time for that. So I got out.” Meg was rumoured to have moved on with Serendipity…

We’ve all heard stories about amicable splits and bad break-ups, but you don’t often read about separations as quirky as the one between Waikato couple Tesh Randall and Seb Walter. However, to anyone who knows them, it was just the kind of unconventional genius that the two have used to build a successful business. After seven years together, the pair – who were engaged at the time – announced that they were separating by filming an online video, complete with a drumroll before breaking the big news, then sending it to everyone they knew. “Some people thought we were announcing a baby,” laughs Tesh, 31. “We just wanted a fun way to announce it as we felt it’d be tedious to have the same conversation with people over and over…

Once seen as a dying art, sewing is back with a vengeance. Sewing machine sales boomed during lockdown as we used our crafting skills to whip up facemasks and other DIY projects, and for many of us the love affair has continued. It’s easy to see why. Sewing is a great way to save money as well as express your creativity – and it has a host of other benefits. Sew It Yourself With DIY Daisy author Daisy Braid explains why it’s time to get stitching! FIT & PRACTICAL Ready-to-wear clothes aren’t always a good fit – jeans can gape at the back and dresses can be too short. Tote bags can be too small, and too many things don’t have pockets. I love to eat, move and create, so…

SPICED LAMB & PUMPKIN SOUP SERVES 4 PREP 15 MINS COOK 1 HOUR 45 MINS • 2 tbsp olive oil • 750g diced lamb leg, shoulder or forequarter • 1 onion, finely sliced • 1 red capsicum, seeded, finely chopped • 1 tbsp ras el hanout spice mix • 1 garlic clove, finely chopped • 4 cups chicken stock • 400g can diced tomatoes • 750g butternut pumpkin, peeled, seeded, chopped • 400g can chickpeas, rinsed, drained • flatbread, natural yoghurt, fresh coriander, to serve 1 In a saucepan, heat half the oil on high. Brown lamb in 2 batches, 5-6 mins each. Remove from pan. 2 In same pan, heat remaining oil on medium. Saute onion and capsicum 4-5 mins until onion softens. Stir in spice and garlic and…

Chocolate breakfast pudding Best known as “Healthy Kelsi”, Kiwi cook Kelsi Boocock tells us, “Some days I just wake up feeling like chocolate for breakfast. This is a really healthy, wholesome way to kick those chocolate cravings but also give you a nourishing breakfast for the day.” SERVES 1 Add 2 frozen bananas, 1 tbsp chia seeds, ¼ cup plant-based milk (more if needed), 1 tbsp cacao powder and 1 tbsp chocolate protein powder to a blender, mixing until smooth. Top with granola, blueberries, hemp seeds and peanut butter. For more tasty plant-based recipes, download the Healthy Kelsi app, which also features a meal planner, shopping list and blogs. ROSÉ NEGRONI SPRITZ To start, pop a highball glass in the freezer for 5 mins. Remove and fill with a handful…

Gemini 22 MAY – 21 JUNE Life looks busy and Mercury’s directional shift might speed things up even more. Yikes! Look at what you can ditch or delegate, then to calm those nerves, factor in plenty of exercise, preferably with a chatty friend or two. Social tennis, anyone? STAR TIP If your stress levels are spiking, try holding a blue calcite crystal. HEIDI KLUM The supermodel, who turns 49 on 1 June, has made a career out of being a jetsetting adventurer. Cancer JUN 22 – JUL 23 If everyone seems to be oversharing, blame Mercury. As hearts are poured out and secrets revealed, you’ll see people in a whole new light. Saturn’s five-month retrograde could impact finances or long-term plans, but winter should bring a raft of fresh strategies.…

1 I played rugby league from ages six to 10 and hated it. It was way too butch for me. 2 As well as Queer and Here, I’m also an actor in a Maori drama called Ahikaroa, streaming now on TVNZ OnDemand. It’s mean and you should watch it! 3 I got my first tattoo when I was 14. 4 Anyone who knows me knows you will definitely hear me before you see me. 5 I went to university for three months before dropping out. There’s a lesson in that: don’t go to uni just because your friends are going. 6 When I was little, I genuinely thought I was Raven from the Teen Titans and every time  any of my friends or cousins would come over, I would force…

It seems Halle Berry’s former boyfriend, model Gabriel Aubry, has a type! The 45-year-old is rumoured to have been quietly seeing another Hollywood stunner, Charlize Theron, 46, on the sly! “Word is that they see each other fairly regularly and it’s an arrangement that works for both of them,” says an insider of the stars, who were first linked in 2017 and have decided to keep their romance on the down low since. “Both she and Gabriel were relieved when the chatter went away. It gave them the chance to regroup and get back to doing their thing on their own terms.”…

Four decades after they co-starred in TV series Moonlighting, Cybill Shepherd has finally confessed she had a thing for Bruce Willis! “My temperature went up 10 degrees,” she says of meeting the action hero for the first time when he auditioned to star opposite her in the ’80s comedy. “That meant two things to me – one, I was very attracted to him, and two, I would never act on it because we were both very attracted to each other.” The actress, 72, says thanks to the pair’s crazy chemistry, “No one else was ever considered for the part,” after Bruce, 67, walked in.…

With his 40th birthday coming up soon, Prince William can expect to be spoilt rotten by his friends and family – but he’s not sure anything can top his face being etched on a commemorative five pound coin by the Royal Mint. “Wills was thrilled about how it turned out,” says a source. “His kids were incredibly excited about it, too.” Rumour has it the milestone June 21 birthday will also be celebrated with a portrait – or portrait series – of the future king.…

It’s 9am on a Thursday and Laura Tupou is breathing a sigh of relief. After almost three weeks isolating at home as COVID swept through her young family, the broadcaster has just dropped her two-year-old Amalia back at daycare. “It’s been a long haul,” admits Laura as she settles down at her kitchen table to chat with Woman’s Day over Zoom. Her partner Andrew Patterson, an associate dean at the University of Auckland business school, hands baby Ava to her as he heads to the home office to begin his day. Lifting the adorable five-month-old up to the camera, the TV star coos, “Say hi, Ava! She’s been such a lovely addition to our family. “Getting used to having two has been quite full on, but she’s chill, quiet and…

“I can run as fast as my friends – I’m not last any more!” exclaims five-year-old Lydia Golding to her mum Lauren. Born with a rare deformity that limits the growth of her right leg, it’s simple achievements like climbing into her carseat or sitting cross-legged that mark monumental milestones for the young Kiwi. It’s also these moments that remind Lauren, 43, why she relocated to the US in the middle of the pandemic to put Lydia through months of gruelling treatment, which often saw the brave girl “screaming blue murder”. The shift to Florida cost the family $500,000 and saw them separated for almost a year, with husband Hamish having to work in Auckland, while Lauren cared for Lydia and her three-year-old sister Rose. Fortunately, the Goldings are now…

20/20 VISION New Zealand skincare hero Emma Lewisham’s visionary new Skin Reset Eye Crème, $112, harnesses two pioneering delivery systems to enhance the way key ingredients like CoQ10 target cells and reach deeper into the skin. GET UP AND GLOW With probiotic extracts, Tula Rose Glow & Get It Cooling & Brightening Eye Balm, $48, is a true multitasker, brightening, hydrating and cooling in just one swipe. It even doubles as a highlighter – apply it to cheekbones, Cupid’s bow or bridge of the nose for a subtle, dewy glow. TOTALLY FABULOUS Clarins Total Eye Smooth, $109, combines the smoothing effect of a serum with the comfort of a balm and was created with mature eyes in mind. Pro tip: Mix half a pump with a drop of Clarins Everlasting…

TOFFEE APPLE CRUMBLES MAKES 6 PREP 15 MINS + COOLING COOK 35 MINS • 6 large or 8 medium apples, peeled, cored, cut into 2cm wedges • ½ tsp ground cinnamon • 395g can caramel • ¼ cup thickened cream • ½ tsp salt • whipped thickened cream, to serve CRUMBLE • ½ cup self-raising flour • ½ cup demerara sugar • ¹/ ³ cup rolled oats • 90g chilled butter, softened 1 Preheat oven to 180ºC. Place six 1-cup ovenproof dishes on an oven tray. 2 In a medium saucepan, combine apples and cinnamon. Cook, covered, on medium 6-8 mins, shaking occasionally until just tender. Remove from heat. Cool 15 mins. 3 CRUMBLE In a large bowl, stir together flour, sugar and oats. Using fingertips, rub in butter to…

Q I’m very worried about my son. He recently split from his long-term partner. She caused a lot of disharmony in the family and is using the children as pawns. Can you see his life turning around for the better? Will he return to live near us? Worried mum MITCHELL SAYS As heartbreaking and upsetting as this separation has been for your son, I really feel he will be better off without her. I sense that, in the past, your son’s partner has taken advantage of his genuine and good-hearted nature. An older lady from your mother’s side is watching over your son and tells me he’s an excellent father to his children. I’m told he wants to live close to them and, in the fullness of time, their relationship…