Japanese comfort food: Tanoshi
A hot, hearty bowl of ramen – umami flavour, rich broth and all – is the ultimate winter meal. Warm up from the inside out with Tanoshi’s winter menu, a restaurant borne from the traditions of authentic Japanese cuisine and infused with modern convenience. Famous for their build-your-own ramen, your bowl of goodness […]
The Rs of furniture restoration: McDonald and Hartshorne
Restore, refurbish, repair – let your favourite pieces of furniture be passed down through generations. Furniture holds memories, from antique family heirlooms to statement pieces. But often these pieces can lose their character through everyday wear and tear, or they might not suit a space anymore. At McDonald and Hartshorne, furniture restoration is […]
Where little hearts grow wings: Pegasus Nest
A thriving new preschool in North Canterbury is inviting local families to discover what makes it special during an open day on 4 July. Responding to rapid growth in Pegasus and increasing demand for quality early childhood education, a new preschool is helping local children build confidence, curiosity and a love of learning […]
3 things every side table needs
The power of three extends to the side table – but simplicity and practicality are key. 1. A focal or feature piece This is the hero of your side table and provides the tall element, and is dictated by the surface area available. For a bigger side table, choose a soft-light lamp or […]
On the table: The C table
Metropol deputy editor Tamara Pitelen investigates solutions to the pressing issue of how to keep your coffee within arm’s reach from the sofa this winter. Say hello to the C table. Sometimes coffee tables are just too far away. When you’re settled deep into the sofa on a cold and dark winter’s evening, […]
Fond of Fondue
The 1970s Swiss dinner party favourite is making a comeback. Metropol writer Lucy Brewer investigates. Sometimes, being really cheesy is a good thing. Fondue is one of those times. Originating in 18th-century Switzerland, when peasants melted ageing cheeses with wine to stretch resources through winter, this classic sharing dish was a staple at […]
70 years of community: Hornby Club
For seven decades, this club has been the hub for community in Hornby. Hornby Club has turned 70, marking seven decades of bringing people together and serving the community at the heart of Christchurch’s southwest since opening its doors in 1956. Once a small township on the edge of Christchurch, Hornby has become […]
Apartment & townhouse experts: Apartment dept – Braziers
Christchurch is one of New Zealand’s top property investment markets, which has created demand for premium property sales and management. Meet the experts. Welcome to Christchurch’s apartment and townhouse experts. “At Apartment dept through Braziers, we sell and manage apartments and townhouses. With almost 2000 apartments within the CBD and 38,000 townhouses sprinkled […]
From the expert: Great gardens are built in winter. Green Giant: Nathan Neath
Wondering how to make the most of your garden? Expert gardener Nathan Neath shares his winter tips. Most people think spring is the time to improve their garden. By then, many opportunities have been missed. Winter is when experienced gardeners take stock. Without the distraction of vigorous growth, it’s easier to see a […]
Adoring restoring: Holliday and Sons
In a world where new and mass produced is just a few mouse clicks away, furniture that has faithfully marked the passing of centuries is filled with character, history and soul. Just as friends who walk beside us through life’s phases become ever more precious, so our longstanding tables, chairs, and cabinets earn […]
