Editor’s note: What it means to be a Cantab
Some people truly radiate the spirit and tenacity of a Cantabrian. Others, we collectively cherish as a country. I’d argue both Dame Sophie Pascoe and Tiki Taane fall into those categories. Metropol, at its core, exists to champion our region and those within it, so you can imagine my delight when these two […]
The heart & soul of Dame Sophie Pascoe
Compassionate, gracious, not to mention gorgeous – Dame Sophie Pascoe radiates the resilience you would expect from someone who built their life and career proving just how wrong stereotypes can be. Metropol editor Nina Tucker caught up with our most decorated athlete on motherhood and the word ‘retirement’. Dame Sophie’s dream was always […]
The white tee
Over, under – the white tee makes a case as one of the most underrated sartorial staples. Not just as the base of what feels like a million outfit alternatives, its crisp colour, or lack thereof, pairs with almost anything. Make the most of the wonders it can work within your wardrobe. Curated […]
Winter wonders await in Hurunui
Where alpine adventure meets fireside indulgence. When winter wraps its snow-dusted arms around the Hurunui region, the landscape transforms into a serene alpine escape just a few hours from Christchurch. Whether you’re carving up mountain trails, soaking in mineral-rich thermal pools, or gazing at galaxies light-years away, this is where winter is done […]
Dame Sophie Pascoe’s sartorial influence
For Dame Sophie, living a life in the public eye has meant being subject to constant assessment of her appearance. Over time, she learnt to use it to her advantage, developing an eye for the best pieces in local fashion. I used to utilise fashion to hide my disability at times. Now I […]
Brace against the elements
A crucial factor in any build – weathertightness and insulation can make or break how comfortable you are at home this season. At the core of building and living in homes is a desire for protection and shelter against the weather. Alongside quality insulation, ensuring an all-season weatherproof building envelope should be a […]
The return of wallpaper and pattern
Wallpaper is back – and it’s bolder than ever. After years of minimalist, all-white interiors dominating the design world, pattern is making a confident comeback – and nowhere is it more expressive than on our walls. From lush botanicals to striking geometrics, wallpaper is once again a hero of interior styling, bringing drama, […]
Execute with focus: EBI Business Improvement Specialists
Why the Top 5 approach is the ruthless focus your business needs. In today’s noisy, over-complicated business landscape, the biggest threat to success isn’t failure – it’s distraction. Endless to-do lists, unclear or ineffective strategies, and ‘urgent’ tasks kill momentum. If you want focus, clarity, impact, and real progress, it’s time to embrace […]
Figuring out fertility
A Kiwi fertility coach reveals the missing piece in infertility. One in four New Zealanders experience infertility during their lifetime, and in vitro fertilisation (IVF) success rates average just 30% per cycle. This leaves couples emotionally and financially drained, and still without answers. To coincide with World Infertility Month this June, New Zealand-based […]
Potato gnocchi with mushroom cream
Christchurch’s hospitality scene is known for delectable dishes filled with flavour and premium ingredients — from Market Place’s executive chef Ritvik Saini, this vegan and gluten-free creation on their Prix Fixe menu is no exception. Gnocchi 690g mashed potato 153g gluten-free flour 10g table salt 16.9g olive oil Peel and steam the potatoes […]
