Eleanor Ozich

Welcome the sunny days of spring with a spot of cleaning and some home beautification Spring is here, and even though we might not have the warmer temperatures yet, I still feel inclined to throw open the windows and give my home and health a much-needed refresh. Here are a handful of simple ideas for […]

It’s not always about the price tag, so try these affordable Mother’s Day gift ideas Since becoming a mother, I’ve learned how complex, messy and relentless raising children can be. Chances are, if you’re a mum, you’re nodding your head while reading this. Despite its beauty and life-giving experience, being a mum requires us to […]

Why does there never seem to be enough time? Here’s how to find more time for the things you love.  Each week, we have 168 hours. And once you take away eight hours’ sleep each night and the average 40-hour work week, there are still 72 hours of free time left over. So why does […]

Easy-drinking thirst quenchers to beat the heat This summer I want to create plenty of flavourful drinks that are as beautiful as they are thirst-quenching. Ripe berries, fragrant herbs and freshly sliced citrus act as my inspiration, with a decadent iced coffee to balance out all the sparkle when you feel like something a little […]

It’s time to look at the bigger picture. Here are some fun ways to make your life more fulfilling and interesting When it comes to creative pursuits, this is something we usually get to once we’ve ticked off all the essential tasks first. But let me tell you, the winding trail of to-dos is a […]

Take control of the chaos and prepare to get sorted Having a minimal and tidy home creates more space, which evokes a feeling of freedom, peace, and intentionality. For this reason, I subscribe to the belief that everything in your home can be beautiful while also serving a purpose. This also includes creative storage options […]

Simplicity is the key to truly enjoying the season. Meals are pared back, thrown-together and make the most of fresh, seasonal flavours Summer, glorious summer. It’s the season many of us love most. From sunrise to sunset, we get to spend long days outside enjoying the fresh air and precious sunshine. I can’t help but […]

Turn those fresh and crisp greens from a side dish into a star attraction with these saucy suggestions Summer brings an abundance of fresh produce, and the best way to highlight summer salads is with a repertoire of incredible salad dressings. Easy to make, homemade dressings are infinitely more delicious than those bought from the […]

It’s easy to plan a successful summer gathering for friends and family. Eleanor Ozich shares her top tips for an easy Christmas dinner party As the days become longer, we spend more time dining al fresco, making it the perfect season to bring friends and loved ones together for a meal, lockdown permitting. Spring also […]

Looking for a way to earn yourself some culinary cred? Here’s how to make every dish you serve look blooming delicious Edible flowers can bring a lovely sense of colour to baked goods, frozen treats or most things really. Imagine a crisp garden salad coloured with bright nasturtiums and a tangy vinaigrette. Or a lemony, […]

Looking for more contentment? Here are four simple and easy ways to start your day Sometimes, I get stuck in old habits and forget that I can change things around if I want to. It’s a liberating feeling when you permit yourself to shift old ways that no longer serve you. You’re in charge of […]

If cooking meals has become more of a chore than a pleasure, then it’s time to turn the hub of the house into a new fun zone. Eleanor Ozich explains how The way you feel about cooking affects everything you do – or don’t do – in the kitchen. You see, our thoughts control our […]

Eleanor Ozich loves making people feel at home so much, she created two simple but detail-rich tiny retreats to play host in As if Eleanor Ozich isn’t busy enough. The Your Home and Garden wellness columnist, mother of three and author who’s currently working on her sixth book, a wholefoods cookbook in which recipes take […]

Buying and storing food can generate a lot of unnecessary waste. Eleanor Ozich shares how to minimise waste and keep your fridge looking good Not so long ago, creating a waste-free fridge might have seemed a daunting task. But more recently eco-friendly living and beautiful design trends have collided, giving us all kinds of lovely […]

Eleanor shares her recipes for natural cleaning products that are effective and smell heavenly Welcome spring into your home with these lovely homemade cleaners. Making the switch to all-natural cleaning might seem like a lot of fuss, but it’s really simple. The ingredients are cost-effective and easy to find at most organic/health stores (or through […]

When it comes to creating a cosy and relaxing home, Eleanor Ozich loves to use essential oils. She shares how to easily make your own unique blends at home When it comes to creating a cosy and relaxing home, I love to use essential oils as a way to enhance our environment and, by extension, […]

Known for her wholesome cooking and relatable tips on how to simplify life, Eleanor Ozich reveals what she does to be happier, healthier and more mindful at home Tell us about you. How did you get into cooking, writing and photography? I grew up living above my parents’ restaurant, so I’ve always loved food. However, it […]

Food writer Eleanor Ozich is avoiding the city exodus this summer to enjoy the tranquillity of home on Auckland’s scenic west coast Do you take a traditional summer holiday? We often stay at our family beach house in Waihi, but this year we’re spending the holiday season at home in Titirangi. Our place is a […]