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Meet the Makers: Paula Murphy and Nicola Laird of The Luxe Edit
Meet the Makers: Paula Murphy and Nicola Laird of The Luxe Edit

In this Meet the Makers interview, we chat fashion, travel, running a business from opposite sides of the world and the inspiration behind their new collection with co-founders of The Luxe Edit, Paula Murphy and Nicola Laird. This fashion duo have been part of OBV since the very beginning, sharing their incredible style and unique finds with locals.

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Kate MurchisonNovember 14, 2023The Luxe EditComment
Meet the Makers: Leisha of Good Mornings by Bowl and Arrow
Meet the Makers: Leisha of Good Mornings by Bowl and Arrow

In this Meet the Makers interview, we chat with co-founder of Bowl and Arrow, Leisha White. After 8 years of customers asking for it, Hannah and Leisha created Good Mornings, a ready-to-blend smoothie and overnight oats retail product, so you can enjoy B&A at home.

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Jaimee BrookingAugust 1, 2023 Comment
Meet the Makers: Gary and Sukh of Farro Kitchen Meals
Meet the Makers: Gary and Sukh of Farro Kitchen Meals

We chat with the incredible duo behind Farro Kitchen Meals, Gary Dalhousie and Sukh Singh. We loved learning about how they landed their roles, how Farro Kitchen Meals came to be and a new product incoming just in time for winter.

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Jaimee BrookingMay 24, 2023 Comment
Meet the Makers: Abbe and Kerry of A&C Homestore
Meet the Makers: Abbe and Kerry of A&C Homestore

We chat with new owners of A&C Homestore, Abbe and Kerry who give us the lowdown on their favourite items in-store right now, tips on decorating the home this winter, new services and an epic initiative they support.

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Jaimee BrookingApril 19, 2023
Meet the Makers: Amy of 415 Hair Studio
Meet the Makers: Amy of 415 Hair Studio

We chat with Amy from 415 Hair Studio on her hairdressing journey from Ireland to New Zealand, why it’s important to use salon quality hair products , what’s in store for us this year when it comes to hair trends and much more!

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Jaimee BrookingMarch 17, 2023
Meet the Makers: Myint Aung of Reca
Meet the Makers: Myint Aung of Reca

We chat with Myint from Reca on her refugee background, her reason for starting her business, how she endeavors to run a sustainable business, and her favourite pieces from her store!

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Jaimee BrookingFebruary 7, 2023
Meet the Makers: Mikey and Amanda of Ampersand
Meet the Makers: Mikey and Amanda of Ampersand

We chat with Mikey and Amanda from Ampersand on their background, the journey to OBV, their ever-changing wine list, a recent award and their famous sticky toffee pudding!

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Jaimee BrookingDecember 1, 2022
Meet the Makers: Andrew Smart of Espresso Workshop
Meet the Makers: Andrew Smart of Espresso Workshop

We chat with Andrew Smart from Espresso Workshop on where it all began, what it means to be celebrating 15 years in business and top tips from the coffee maestro himself!

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Jaimee BrookingSeptember 27, 2022
Meet the Makers: Brandon Nash of Brothers Beer
Meet the Makers: Brandon Nash of Brothers Beer

Behind the beers of Brothers Beer is brew-master Brandon Nash, who we had the pleasure of getting to know.

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Jaimee BrookingAugust 26, 2022
Meet the Makers: Dana-Lisa Griffin of F45
Meet the Makers: Dana-Lisa Griffin of F45

We spoke with the inspirational Studio Director of F45 Remuera, Dana-Lisa Griffin on how she got into the fitness industry and why she is so passionate about this form of training.

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Jaimee BrookingJuly 6, 2022
Meet the Makers: Sarah Simpson of Luxe Appearance
Meet the Makers: Sarah Simpson of Luxe Appearance

After finding my passion for aesthetic medicine and always having a dream of starting my own business, I went all in and opened Luxe Appearance Orākei.

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Jaimee BrookingMay 3, 2022
Meet the Makers: Hannah Reid of Bowl and Arrow
Meet the Makers: Hannah Reid of Bowl and Arrow

Bowl and Arrow really came to life when Leisha and I moved into OBV in 2015. We wanted to bring smoothie bowls to Auckland, because there was nothing like it at the time.

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Meet the MakersJaimee BrookingApril 12, 2022
 
 
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