The giving toast: Heresto Vodka
Summer is a wonderful time to celebrate with friends and family over a vodka cocktail. Though traditionally drunk “neat”, vodka often features in cocktails, such as the cosmopolitan, strawberry lime vodka soda, espresso martini, and fresh vodka lemon soda. Heresto Vodka is an Aotearoa made, silky-smooth libation of pure vodka and 100% NZ […]
Art show open weekend: Windsor Gallery
Free entry, this fabulous exhibition weekend will feature a high-quality range of over 300 new artworks from 45 different artists, 15 of whom are new to the gallery. Even if you’ve visited Windsor Gallery before, this will be a whole new experience and being the gallery’s biggest show yet, you are bound to […]
New airport director
Christchurch Airport has appointed Ed Sims (pictured) to its board of directors. Ed brings a wealth of global experience in aviation and tourism to the board. He has previously been CEO of Canada’s WestJet Airlines, CEO of Airways New Zealand and held senior executive roles at Air New Zealand, along with senior executive […]
Add flower power
Fresh is best when it comes to flowers, and spring is amazing for fresh, fragrant seasonal blooms with which to add beauty to any room. From daffodils, freesias, gerberas, and tulips, to roses, orchids and hellebores, options are colourful, scented, and seemingly endless. Here are four suggestions for getting creative with flowers and […]
Seasonal delights, new menu: The Elms Hotel
Spring is often a time when we look to refresh and renew – our clothes perhaps and the type of food that we eat. Gone are the comfort dishes of winter and instead seafood or lighter vegetarian fare may take centre stage. Hospitality outlets also typically update their menus at this time and […]
Charming hand-crafted gifts: The Lyttel Kiwi Gift Shop
Handmade gifts tell a story. Masterful creations communicate value through naturally grown or up-cycled products, woven and tempered to speak to the discerning customer. A handmade gift is more meaningful and exclusive, directly supporting New Zealand artists in their specialised crafts. Lyttelton is home to The Lyttel Kiwi Gift Shop, nestled in a […]
A real grass act: Al-Mows
A well-mown lawn with classic British stripes is indeed a thing of beauty. A chieving that result for his clients all over North Canterbury gives Alan Davies immense satisfaction. “Mowing is what I do,” says Alan. “That’s why I called my business Al-Mows – obvious really.” Alan delights in driving his ride-on mowers […]
Kiwis do fly
Taking off to destinations near and far have been on many Kiwi’s lists this year, with flight bookings up 53% in 2023, compared with the same period in 2022. Kiwi interest in international and trans-Tasman travel has jumped this year, now collectively accounting for 39% of all bookings compared with 31% in 2022, […]
Unique and locally made: A Personalised Place
Handcrafted decorations that stand the test of time help make a sustainable Christmas. I f they don’t break when the cat knocks over the Christmas tree, and are personalised with family names and dates, magical memories will reappear year after year. It’s Tina Dudley’s fourth year at Christchurch’s Riverside Market, where she sells […]
Templeton’s terrific tavern: The Golden Mile
Owning and operating a hospitality business for more than 20 years is an achievement in longevity to be exceptionally proud of. Murray Hollamby has reached that milestone by having a great relationship with the Templeton locals who come to his Golden Mile Tavern and with the many regular guests who stay in the […]
