A blooming good fête: Geraldine Summer fête
Summer is on its way, and so is Christmas, making it ideal to start gift gathering. There’s no better way to do this than enjoying a day out with with friends and family than at the Geraldine Summer Fête on Thursday 7 November. Attracting around 4000 visitors from across New Zealand, the fête […]
Botanic Gardens tour & Punting on the Avon: Christchurch Attractions
The Botanic Gardens are on show in spring: it’s the perfect time to see the blooms. The 50-minute tour on board an eco-friendly electric shuttle departs from behind the Peacock Fountain and travels through the key garden areas, offering a comprehensive overview along with an easy way to navigate the 21-hectare area. Discover […]
WOW winners
The 2024 World of WearableArt™ (WOW) supreme award went to designer Grace DuVal from the United States for her garment, Curves Ahead. It was her sixth time entering WOW, and her sixth award win, although the first time she has received the supreme award. The runner-up was He art, by Xuancheng Liu & […]
A Sunday suggestion: West Melton Community Market
A strong sense of community in the West Melton township led to the establishment of their community market three years ago. Today, the market has gained such a reputation for the variety of its stalls and casual, friendly vibe that people from outside the area often visit. There is also a waiting list […]
Your home’s little nest
Cute, quaint, and fabulous space-savers, nest tables are a re-emerging trend as people look to maximise their rooms. Typically, they come in sets of two, three, or four. Each table in the set gets progressively smaller in size so they can be ‘stacked’ together. So when you need it, you have the surface […]
German potato pancakes
Crispy, golden brown and hearty, these German-style pancakes are great for breakfast, lunch, brunch or even a light dinner. They’re best served hot, with sweet or savoury sauces or toppings. INGREDIENTS 4 medium potatoes, peeled 2 Tbsp grated onion or chopped chives 2 eggs, beaten 1/2 cup plain flour 1/4 Tsp baking powder […]
Savoury summer spuds
The humble potato has long been a staple food for many cultures across the world, and it’s no wonder given its versatility. From fries to gnocchi, hash browns to oven baked, and dauphinoise to creamy mash, potatoes, or spuds, are found in most kitchens, making it a truly global food. The potato was […]
The renovation experts: A1 Group
Having renovations carried out in your home, especially to a kitchen or bathroom can be very disruptive to both your daily life and personal space. Under such circumstances, it is vital for you to know you have engaged trustworthy and truly professional tradespeople. From the colourful, well-designed branding of their vehicles to the […]
Regain your grip on life: Dudley Creek Health
Consider two quotes from undisputed visionaries, innovators, and influencers. One a heavy-weight of the High Renaissance, the other a tech billionaire turned philanthropist. “Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” — Leonardo da Vinci. “The advance of technology is based on making it fit in so that you don’t really even notice it.” — Bill […]
Sole sensation: Kathryn Wilson
“Choose a job you love and you will never work a day in your life,” are the words Kathryn Wilson’s mother offered as consistent reminders. Metropol Deputy Editor Nina Tucker catches up with the iconic luxury shoe designer about making that a reality. Kathryn finds no greater joy than seeing people wear her […]
