Canterbury’s Michelin men
A Michelin star each for two iconic restaurants, and a special Young Chef award… meet Canterbury’s Michelin men. Adam Harrison, head chef and forager Tussock Hill Vineyard and Cellar Door Restaurant – Awarded Michelin Star, 210 Huntsbury Avenue, Cashmere One of only two Christchurch restaurants to ever receive a star from the Michelin […]
Christchurch’s Michelin Guide
From Inati and Tussock Hill’s Michelin star distinction, to the 14 other restaurants recognised for their impeccable value for money, Christchurch’s hospitality scene has taken another step onto the global culinary stage. So who made the cut and why? Here’s what the Michelin inspectors had to say. Awarded one Michelin star Inati, 48 […]
Inside Andy Ellis’ custom home where clean design meets character
Polished features and refined textures injected with elements of Andy’s playful energy… Andy and Emma Ellis’ latest home is an illustration of Canterbury-made excellence. Andy Ellis has built a reputation that doesn’t rely on noise or novelty. The face of TVNZ’s Moving Houses and a regarded figure in New Zealand rugby, Andy’s name […]
Sweater weather
CURATED BY NINA TUCKER I don’t know if you’ve felt winter’s sharp chill (if you haven’t, I’m envious), but it’s certainly sweater weather. A lot of my friends are basking in the European sun right now – showing no shame in sharing glorious snaps of their summer situation – and I’ve found the […]
Living child-free: Danni Duncan
Christchurch entrepreneur Danni Duncan is the face of the child-free movement here in New Zealand. Her aim is to head up the global child-free community, and the recent launch of her online platform The Others Club is the first step. Danni spoke to Metropol deputy editor Tamara Pitelen about providing a home for […]
Steal their style
From décor to statement details, we deciphered three key trends that came across in winning Canterbury homes from the 2026 New Zealand Architecture Awards. Award-winning homes are some of the best places to find inspiration for new ways to style or elevate your space. True to their status (each home must first be […]
So much fun(nel)
BY NINA TUCKER Funnel necks have been named everything from the winter season’s chicest staple to the ultimate alternative to traditional turtlenecks – so what do you need to think about when shopping for your own? I purchased my first funnel neck coat a few months before I saw them everywhere. It wasn’t […]
Michelin fairy dust: Editor Nina Tucker
On the last Tuesday in June, a cohort of Christchurch’s (and the country’s) finest chefs and hospitality operators gathered at New Zealand’s first Michelin ceremony in anxious excitement. Had they done enough – been consistent enough – to impress the anonymous Michelin inspectors eating their way through Aotearoa? Had they cooked food delicious […]
Fendalton finest
For its stunning design of a Fendalton home, Christchurch-based design practice PRau Architects has taken home a win in the New Zealand Institute of Architects regional awards. Just like it takes a village to raise a child, it takes a team to create a stunning home. From the vision of the architect to […]
6 ways to spend winter in Hanmer Springs
1. Catch the winter festival Immerse yourself in the alpine village as Hanmer Springs transforms into a winter wonderland from now until 18 July. With an ice rink, adult stargazing and grazing experiences, family fairy light walks, night light tree top climbing, and a bouncy castle, don’t miss New Zealand’s biggest winter festival. […]
