A perfect spread: Twisted Flour & Sugar Merchants
Cup Week is a time of celebration for Cantabrians. With glorious warm spring weather settling in, it’s a great time of year to enjoy together time with friends and whānau. If you are putting together a Cup Day shindig to watch the big race, and have a few mouths to feed, a high quality grazing […]
Fusion takes flight: Manu
This new restaurant by celebrated local restaurateur Karen Hattaway, a veteran of the Aotearoa hospitality community, is a rare new bird on Ōtautahi’s thriving cuisine scene. Centrally located beside the Ōtākaro river, Manu serves up “fresh innovative Pasifika glam”. It’s a bold concept the team has taken great pains to achieve in a considered, respectful, […]
European feel, Christchurch charm: Chateau on the Park
A neo-Gothic-style hotel, a moat full of goldfish and glossy aquatic plants, five acres of beautiful English-style gardens and even a suit of armour – that must be somewhere in Europe. Instead, it is right here in Christchurch, the iconic Chateau on the Park, a DoubleTree by Hilton, where guests have enjoyed the range of […]
A pint and a punt: Hornby Club
Cup and Show Week is always keenly anticipated by the hospitality sector in Christchurch. It’s a chance for various venues to show off their facilities and food in great celebratory style. The Hornby Club is no exception in its excitement at being part of this special Canterbury event. The club’s celebration of Cup Week has […]
Stay in style and comfort: Fino Hotel and Suites
Mediterranean Revival architectural style typically features stuccoed walls, red-tiled roofs, and wrought iron balconies with window grilles. Lush gardens, fountains and atriums are also often incorporated as part of this style, and commonly applied to hotels overseas. Now, Christchurch has its very own example. Directly opposite the Christchurch Town Hall is the Fino Hotel and […]
Thorough-bread catering: Halswell Bakery
Fresh, delicious catering is an essential ingredients in hosting a successful event or maybe a car boot party at the races. From tasty club sandwich platters, and savouries, to custom-made birthday cakes, donuts, and sweet treats, the talented team at Halswell Bakery is your go-to for catering.Everything is freshly handmade on site, and the focus […]
Selwyn’s spring escape: Thirsty Acres
As the excitement of Cup and Show Week takes over Christchurch, consider a serene escape just 30 minutes away in the beautiful Selwyn district. Set against the backdrop of rolling rural landscapes, Thirsty Acres provides the perfect mix of modern hospitality and charm, offering a peaceful retreat from the city buzz. The scenic drive is […]
NEW ZEALAND CUP WEEK at Addington Raceway and Riccarton Park
New Zealand Cup Week at Riccarton Park – 9, 13, 16 November 2024 A Canterbury social highlight, featuring high-class racing, fashion, food, and entertainment across three magnificent days. The Grand Tour brings us Australian DJ sensation, Hot Dub Time Machine, live on Saturday 9 November, Al Basti Equiworld Dubai NZ 2000 Guineas Day. All you […]
A Cup Week winner: The Golden Mile
For a fantastic bar and eatery where everyone’s treated like a local, it’s hard to pip this legend in Templeton. As we trot toward Cup Week, the Golden Mile Tavern on the corner of Main South Road and Trent Road in Templeton transforms itself into a racing mecca. On top of the usual great food […]
Bright smile, on Cup Day: Smooch Dental
Prevention is key when it comes to oral hygiene – having your teeth cleaned professionally at least twice a year makes a big difference to your long-term mouth health. Stanford University’s Professor Andrew Huberman says oral health is an “extremely important component of general bodily health.” The Smooch team are on a mission to continue […]
