Have yourself a Bloody Mary Christmas
Found in the heart of Christchurch at Rydges Latimer Hotel, Bloody Mary’s restaurant has garnered a reputation as a premier steakhouse and whisky lounge, known for its premium cuts, perfectly executed sides, and extensive whisky menu.
But the best-kept secret of the iconic establishment is its private dining spaces – quiet corners tucked away from the main restaurant that offer the perfect blank canvas for special celebrations. A la carte, buffet-style, and roaming menus are all on offer to create an atmosphere that best suits the event, whether it’s a special early Christmas celebration for immediate family or a corporate knees-up to toast the end of the calendar year.
Hugh’s Whisky Library is the jewel in the crown, an intimate dining experience unlike any other. Light filters through the glass cases stocked with whisky, cognac, and vintage port; start a new tradition and purchase your own bottle to be stored in the library and enjoyed at leisure, an ode to Christmases past.
Intimate groups will have a hard time finding a better dining experience than the Chef’s Table. With a partial view of the kitchen and a meticulously prepared five-course menu, it’s the best seat in the house.
The Terrace is a freshly renovated, all-weather events space, providing a casually excellent space perfect for larger groups. With an outdoor feel but the option to be fully enclosed, The Terrace offers the best of both worlds, not to mention some of Christchurch’s best wine, cocktails, snacks, and nibbles.
Master Ridley’s Private Dining Hall is the epitome of class, sectioned off from the restaurant by grand glass doors. Able to hold up to 70 people, the possibilities are endless in this space.
Chef Christopher Walker leads the talented team, bringing the finest produce across Canterbury to your table. Greenstone Creek beef, wild venison striploin, Akaroa Salmon, and Canterbury lamb rump anchor a refined and thoughtful menu, perfectly complemented by locally grown vegetables and rounded out with a considered dessert offering.
The team are ready to help curate a memorable festive feast to celebrate the end of 2025.