Life of the Party: Life Kitchen

The perfect solution to fine food anywhere you want to be, is here.     The stylish Life Kitchen food cart is a commercial standard stainless steel kitchen on wheels. This sophisticated all-terrain cart operates off-grid using solar power, lithium batteries, inverter and gas, producing premium food for your wedding or outdoor […]

The Perfect Pantry: The Lincoln Pantry

A delightful country café and boutique grocery store, you’ll find The Pantry on the corner of Edward Street and Eastfield Drive, about 800m from the centre of the village on the road towards Tai Tapu.   Local artisan breads and provisions sit alongside fine European oils, vinegars and condiments. Then there are […]

Culinary Hot Property

With mums and dads managing work schedules, school runs, daily activities and then homework, busy households today are always looking for ways to cut back on time spent in the kitchen which still offer a nutritious meal for the entire family.     From ordering groceries online to meal delivery services that […]

TwentyFour Catering Co

Catering your special day: TwentyFour Catering Co

TwentyFour Catering Co is breaking ground all over the South Island. Although they’re based in Ashburton, the team loves to travel and no distance is too far to be a part of your special day.     Owner and Executive Chef Chantelle Quinn is passionate about providing a top quality service to […]

Fermentist

New kids on the block: Fermentist

They’re the cool new kids on the culinary block, a micro-brewery, taproom and eatery with beer at its roots and sustainability in its heart.   The Fermentist offers so much more than delectable food and beverages; it’s also a popular function venue. After all, the micro-brewery’s guiding philosophy is to bring people […]

New Hospitality Heart: Elmwood Trading Company

It’s an extra happy Easter for the denizens of Merivale, Elmwood, Strowan and Bryndwr as the longstanding vacancy for a local and welcoming top-quality tavern has finally been filled.     The Elmwood Trading Company is now under the experienced anddedicated ownership of Marty and Naomi Fuller who live in the neighbourhood […]

Street food mecca: Asian Garden Kitchen

Family dining with a distinctive and casual feel is not to be missed at Commi on the corner of Colombo and Somerfield Streets.     This little gem is a street food mecca where you can sample dishes from China, Vietnam, Thailand, India and Malaysia, so you’ll find something to please everyone […]

Weddings on a Budget: Halswell Bakery

If you’re trying to plan your big day without spending a fortune, there are a few things that Halswell Bakery can help you with. From simple, rustic style cakes, to beautiful, fresh sandwich platters, the bakery offers a bespoke service so you can consult with the team to ensure you get what you […]

Slice of Vietnam: Q&A with You Hanoi Me’s Jason Whitelaw

You Hanoi Me is the city’s most recent and most exciting eatery, bought to you by the remarkable hospitality team Bar Bar Black Sheep who have also tingled our tastebuds with other culinary ventures like LOUIS Champagne Bar and Red Light District.   With Director Jason Whitelaw at the helm, Bar Bar […]

Patisserie Yahagi

Making sweet memories: Patisserie Yahagi

Patisserie Yahagi, located in an old shopping arcade at Church Corner mall, Upper Riccarton, celebrated its tenth birthday on 4 March.     The shop has been providing more than 15 kinds of exquisite desserts since it opened. Although the offerings in the cabinet have changed frequently to match the seasons, some […]