Over the years, Barrys Bay Cheese has earned a number of accolades and admiration for the quality of their cheese, which became renowned internationally, winning the ‘Bledisloe Cup’ for their Cheddar at the British Dairy Show in 1950.
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This month’s Clink serves up Perfect Parings for you - from gin, to mulled wine, and some delicious nosh to boot.
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Not many people know that the oldest Pinot Noir vines are planted right here in Canterbury. In fact, the first award-winning Pinot Noir from New Zealand was made by Danny Schuster for St Helena Winery in 1982.
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From its charming Victorian heritage to the sheer scenic beauty of the Waitaki Whitestone Aspiring Global Geopark, reasons never cease for visiting Waitaki. Whether it’s a weekend rendezvous, mid-week break or a cheeky staycation, you’ll be able to step back into the past while getting your fix of the luxuries today.
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For as long as there have been people in the area, Caroline Bay has been a place for gathering. From kai moana to whaling, to shipping, concerts, and carnivals
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“In an effort to alleviate the mid-year-mid-winter blues, I’ve curated some recommendations for you, which are best served with a warm bowl of vegetable soup and a milky, sweet cup of tea. For those heading out, the stars are truly out to shine.”
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Neil Lambert remembers the excitement of cinema gone by. Theatrics like a tipped over Jeep in the foyer of the Moorhouse cinema complex for the premiere of Jurassic Park are things you just don’t see anymore. For Neil, going to the movies should be an experience worth leaving home for.
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Have you experienced all that The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora has to offer? With a raft of new tenants and a massive heritage restoration project currently underway – with more than two-thirds of the site reopened so far – it’s fast becoming a thriving central city hub of all things that represent our city.
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We know the beauty industry has a long way to go when it comes to inclusion, too often seeing one “ideal” on the pedestal of what is considered the standard. This month, I asked five different women a question I believe needs to take higher priority when companies consider who it is they are marketing to.
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Avenues Beauty Ambassador Danni Duncan has curated July’s favourites for Pamper - everything from mascara to mist toner.
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Many of you will remember the local manufacturing company Lane Walker Rudkin (LWR), which began as a sock knitting business founded by Sarah Rudkin and her husband Alfred well over 100 years ago.
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It’s 2001, and we felt Working Style had a firm foothold in the North Island with stores in both Auckland and Wellington, but we didn’t have a presence in the South Island. We had so many clients asking when was Working Style going to open in Christchurch – so we took a leap of faith.
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To enter the refined elegance of Filigree’s flagship store on Colombo Street in Sydenham is to discover the essence of Filigree Fine Jewels. The showroom is an extension of owner Vanessa Stowers’ personal design aesthetic, her love of colour, detailed and thoughtful eclectic design, and a sense of timelessness defined by quality and style.
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Heritage as a word has connotations of history, age, presence, and value. Heritage properties themselves sit easily within this definition, but there’s an additional word that should be added to discussions about heritage – responsibility.
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Green is not just for plants and nature – bringing green inside can also create a calm and soothing space for indoor living. Considered the most restful colour to the eye, it brings a sense of freshness and harmony and generally makes you feel emotionally safe – perfect for these short wintery days.
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An incredibly significant Clyde Road renovation results in a multi-purpose hub, empowered to carry on education, house history, and to continue to tell the integral story of Kate Sheppard herself.
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The strength of Dyrberg/Kern is that their designers understand trends and colours. The use of gold plating, stainless steel, and Swarovski crystals is affordable but looks like a million dollars – for every woman, every day.
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You cannot tell the story of Ōtautahi’s rich history without including New Zealand’s most influential suffragist and leader, Kate Sheppard. Te Whare Waiutuutu Kate Sheppard House is, quite simply, where monumental world history was born.
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With decades of alterations, not all of them considerate of the building’s heritage, Three Sixty Architecture was tasked with the restoration and rebirth of one of the icons of Oxford Terrace – the Public Trust Building.
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This year, the iconic Curator’s House Restaurant celebrates its 21st birthday, as its building of residence turns 101 years old. You may know it as a great place to dine fireside in winter and outdoors in summer, a place to pop in for casual tapas or celebrate in private rooms, but there is a wonderful story behind its heritage, opening to the public, and its longevity.
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