Top of the South foodie’s tour
From character-rich cafés serving up classic Kiwi fare to beautifully restored taverns oozing with historic charm and hearty pub grub, and uber-modern eateries, dining at the top of the South Island is an exploration of sensational flavours, textures and artisanal food aroha. Here’s our guide to a foodie’s tour of the top of […]
Time to par-tee: X-Golf
Pair state-of-the-art golf simulators with free-flowing food and drink and you’ve got yourself the perfect par-tee. Got a stag or hen’s do on the horizon? X-Golf is your go-to. Both locations in Parklands and Avonhead serve up the best games, courses and mini challenges alongside a menu full of pub classics in a […]
We love love: Editor Nina Tucker
One of my favourite things to see when visiting a friend or family member’s home is their walls plastered in happy memories from the day they said I do. Each moment – the tender, the silly, the intimate – captures a couple’s happiest day. That joy is contagious, and every photo becomes better […]
Sharp thinking: Total Food Equipment
Cut to the chase in your kitchen with Total Food Equipment’s premium knife range. tfe.co.nz
The wow factor: Peppers Clearwater Resort
Say ‘yes’ in a lavish local setting. I f you’re engaged and preparing the who, what, and where of your dream wedding, put Peppers Clearwater Resort into your plans. Located just 15 minutes from Christchurch’s inner city, the premier venue, set on the 465-acre Canterbury estate offers panoramic lakeside views overlooking a manicured […]
Out with a bang: Wigram Brewing
For stags or hens, swap the usual pre-wedding plans for craft beer, wood-fired pizzas and a behind-the-scenes brewery tour. “Our brewery destination experience offers comprehensive packages to suit any pre-wedding celebration,” says Caroline McGurk, co-owner of the Wigram Brewing Company. “The packages include tailored brewery tours, tasting of an extensive range of beers, […]
Destination shopping: FashionWorks
Shopping in holiday mode puts space between you and the world – it’s just you, a beautiful boutique, and a wardrobe of opportunities. No external noise, no time pressures… if you’re honeymooning or with a wedding party in Hanmer Springs, this store will sweep you off your feet. FashionWorks curates that enchanting ‘destination […]
Effortless. Personal. Unforgettable: Memory Maker
Start your wedding journey with a ceremony that feels easy, genuine, and full of meaning – heartfelt, natural, and completely you. Your wedding should be a true reflection of your love, not staged, not stiff, and never one-size-fits-all, but something that truly reflects your story, your love, and the people around you, says […]
European elegance here at home: French Farm Estate
A Mediterranean-inspired wedding venue on the beautiful Banks Peninsula. Nestled on the stunning Banks Peninsula, family-owned French Farm Estate offers a breathtaking backdrop for intimate weddings of up to 130 guests from January 2027. The venue can accommodate smaller weddings as early as this season. Currently undergoing a complete renovation, the main lodge […]
Your day, your way
If there’s one thing we’ve learned from the thousands of wedding images our editorial team has been poring over in the last few weeks, it’s that Canterbury couples are ripping up the rule book. In 2026, the way people say ‘I do’ is infused with personality and pizazz. Here’s a snapshot – see […]
