Sayonara to plastic
Now that an increasing number of bars, restaurants and grocery stores are ditching single-use plastic items such as grocery bags and straws, why not think of other ways to decrease your carbon footprint and help Papatuanuku – Mother Earth? The easiest place to start is in your home. 1.Use reusable bags when shopping […]
Pedal out Rolleston way: The Pedal Pusher Rolleston
Whether you are simply after a pint after work, or a delicious meal with your nearest and dearest, The Pedal Pusher Rolleston, open seven days from 9am till late, is a firm favourite in the community. Host Rami knows the ethos and soul of The Pedal Pusher Rolleston better than anyone. He and […]
Star of the Show: Recipes
Star anise is the star of the culinary show with these chocolate fondant cakes with orange ice cream, adding spice to what is a fairly traditional cake. Ingredients For the orange ice cream 300ml double cream 300ml full fat milk 1 orange, zest and 2 tbsp juice 6 egg yolks 1/2 cup caster […]
Chasing culinary perfection: Christchurch Food Chase
If you’re a foodie that’s always on the lookout for exceptional eats throughout the city, or you’re a hospitality hotspot chasing the perfect recipe, the Christchurch Food Chase will be right up your alley. A two-week three-weekend spectacular, all in the pursuit of the perfect dish, the Christchurch Food Chase will bring […]
A divine blend: Columbus Coffee Riccarton
There are few coffee shops quite like Columbus Coffee Riccarton. For the last two years, owners Ian and Tess France, along with their team, have prided themselves on giving you the most divine blend of coffee and eats in Christchurch. Although attached to Westfield Mall in Riccarton, the vibe you get is totally […]
Sleek Glass Solutions: NZ Frameless Glass
NZ Frameless Glass is solely dedicated to the manufacture and installation of frameless glass systems, featuring showers and hardware, stair and balcony balustrades, pool fencing, mirrors, kitchen splashbacks, doors and partitions. With the showroom nearing completion, customers will be able to see the diverse glass options it can supply. The range features sleek, […]
A Southern Lodging: Golden Gate Lodge
Surrounded by mountain ranges, Cromwell is the heart of the Central Otago wine industry, a main fruit growing centre, location of one of the South’s best golf links and with Highlands Motorsport Park and Central Motor Speedway, a motor racing mecca. After the Clutha River (Mata-Au) was dammed at Clyde in the early […]
Southern though leaders: Queenstown’s Catalyst Trust
Queenstown’s Catalyst Trust provides a forum for sharing ideas and debating some of the big issues facing Southern Lakes and the rest of the world – and the concept has really taken off. As is often the case, Catalyst was formed over a few coffee conversations between like-minded locals who wanted to make […]
Cream of winter’s Crop: Audi quattro Winter Games New Zealand
One of the world’s top five international winter sports events takes centre stage in the Southern Lakes later this month. Wanaka, Queenstown and Naseby play host to Audi quattro Winter Games New Zealand, which showcases the most talented elite athletes in skiing, snowboarding, ice hockey and curling. Beginning on Friday 24 August […]
Events & escapades
There’s some exciting events and escapades coming to Ashburton in coming months, things that will tempt, tantalise and tickle some funny bones. Looking for things to do and places to go? We’ve got a bunch. Ashton Family Circus & Dylan Daisy’s Magic Show 29 September to 30 September Ashburton Domain A wannabe […]
