As we are finally reaching the depths of winter, why not bring the restaurant to you? The Bespoke Chef’s Jacob McKerrow has over a decade of experience in some of New Zealand’s top restaurants, providing luxury restaurant-quality in-home dining. Jacob loves creating seasonal and exciting menus for you to enjoy at home. This beef cheek dish is the perfect complement to a frosty Christchurch evening.
Read MoreFor such a young nation, New Zealand’s history is as rich as it is diverse. Colony, a new boutique at The Crossing in central Christchurch, tells a part of this saga – of a family that has been retailing in Aotearoa since 1868, the same time as the Wild West era in the United States.
Read MoreOver 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.
Read MoreThis month’s Clink serves up Perfect Parings for you - from gin, to mulled wine, and some delicious nosh to boot.
Read MoreNot 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.
Read MoreFrom 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.
Read MoreFor 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
Read More“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.”
Read MoreNeil 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.
Read MoreHave 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.
Read MoreWe 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.
Read MoreAvenues Beauty Ambassador Danni Duncan has curated July’s favourites for Pamper - everything from mascara to mist toner.
Read MoreMany 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.
Read MoreIt’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.
Read MoreTo 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.
Read MoreHeritage 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.
Read MoreGreen 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.
Read MoreAn 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.
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreYou 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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