Avenues 247, July 2026

We’re so very lucky in this city. Its culinary prowess deserves praise. It is made up of dedicated, world-class (and world-recognised) chefs, hospitality superstars, producers, winemakers, distillers, and just generally great folk who look out for each other while creating exceptional fare. 

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Taste Kaikōura

Discover the artisan spirit and bold creativity behind these Kaikōura-based food and beverage heroes. Kaikōura is more than breathtaking landscapes; it’s a place where passionate producers craft unforgettable tastes.

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Spirit of place

From wild thyme in Central Otago to horopito in Southland, Elsewhere Gin captures New Zealand’s landscapes in remarkably distinctive spirits.

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Fish for everyone

More than a year after taking over the filleting knives at Theo’s Fisheries, brothers Yotti and Yanni Ioannou are continuing to build on the family business’s reputation, bringing fresh seafood to more people across Canterbury and beyond. 

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To moon and back

Part craft beer haven, part food-lover’s playground, this lovely local is where muddy paw prints are just as welcome as serious conversations about stout. 

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An enduring love affair

As the founder and creative director behind Sarah Stoute Bespoke, Sarah has built a reputation for creating unique, elegant bridal gowns that celebrate individuality, confidence, and timeless style. 

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A sweet new chapter

The bright orange building on Rotherham Street has quickly become a familiar sight, bringing Rollickin’s gelato, hot desserts, and a splash of colour to one of Christchurch’s busiest suburbs.

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Stepping up to the plate

Twenty Seven Steps co-owner, Welshman, Paul Howells, grew up in a food-loving family where a ham was often steaming on the stove, and dinner-table conversations revolved around what was being cooked next. 

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Access to the Antarctic

A climbable iceberg hill, sensory play walls, stepping rocks, and a C17 model aircraft are helping young travellers expend some energy and leave the tears behind before boarding, 

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A culinary class act

ROCA is a dining room built around theatre, materiality, and fire, and from the moment you step inside, the atmosphere is all-encompassing, setting the tone for what promises to be a culinary class act. 

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The Parisian way

When Hugo opened in spring 2025, it set out to fill a gap in the city’s dining scene, devoted to bringing a little piece of Paris to Christchurch.

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People-first IT

Our digital world can feel relentless with constant updates, cyber threats, endless notifications, and technology that seems to evolve faster than most of us can keep up with.

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