Mia and Andy, the dynamic husband and wife duo behind Double Dribble Hospitality Group, have made their mark and have helped transform Christchurch’s culinary scene with their restaurants, bars, and eateries.
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In 1996, Chris Houston brought European-style café culture to Christchurch when he co-founded Coffee Culture. Along with Sacha Coburn, they have created a community over the years.
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Ōtautahi-based maker and artist Alice Spittle says, “A walk with me takes longer than expected and is like taking a toddler to the park.” It is because she is always stopping to take in the small things along the way.
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Located in the vibrant arts hub of Sydenham, Fiksate is an urban contemporary art gallery and artist studio space with exclusive print releases, fine art printing, and custom framing.
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Professor Cheryl de la Rey led the University of Pretoria for almost 10 years before moving to Ōtautahi to take up the top job as Vice-Chancellor of the University of Canterbury (UC) in 2019.
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St. Margaret’s College has a rich history of empowering girls and a strong network of Old Girls globally. Teachers Nicole Lloyd and Lucy Mackie are continuing this tradition.
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Christchurch’s hospitality scene has an inviting new addition for breakfast, brunch or lunch. Elements by IHF at The Crossing combines upmarket ambience with nutritious, contemporary cuisine.
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This cocktail was crafted by celebrity chef Sachie Nomura for Lexus with a special nod to Japanese culture with the addition of sake.
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This recipe comes from the team at Scoundrel -the exciting new bar and restaurant concept from the team (led by Avi and Lois) behind the popular Six Ounces.
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Xanthe Jane was part of a squad of 18 talented young footballers in the New Zealand Secondary Schools U-19 girls’ team that has just completed a two-week tour in Texas.
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A wonderfully diverse array of works from 14 local artists, including myself, currently call Linwood Arts Eastside Gallery home
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In my realm of work, I’m lucky to be surrounded by hundreds of inspiring women who are thriving across all levels of the culinary chain. I’d genuinely fill this entire column trying to list them all.
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One woman’s mission to challenge – and then change – the status quo saw two initiatives that would forever change the face of nursing in New Zealand.
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As a Māori woman, the prospect of writing on a subject like wāhine toa presented both a privilege and a responsibility – it’s a special topic.
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With an emphasis on extravagance, Zane Tate and Helena Lowe have created an ethereal experience where all are welcome in a safe and expressive space while raising funds for Mike King’s Gumboot Friday, and I Am Hope.
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The moment you turn off State Highway 1 and head towards Kaitorete, you immediately feel like you’re in a different place to anywhere else in Waitaha (Canterbury).
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Crowe & Co, run by Sherry Harvey, is one of New Zealand’s most sought-after gift providers. The luxury, affordable gifting business based out of Christchurch began in an unlikely but very Kiwi way.
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Designer for Ferrymead-based Kovacs Design Furniture, Hildy and her brother Johnny are the second generation of Kovacs makers - Avenues finds out about her process.
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“One of the best things is training and teaching people and seeing young stylists become great at their craft and earn a great living from it. That’s always been one of the things that we wanted to achieve.”
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The Skin Rejuvenation Clinic is a Christchurch institution. It all started when Dr Brigid Lee attended a cosmetic medicine conference in Napier and met aesthetician Denise Prosser.
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