A Dramatic Transformation: The Birdwood
Located off the well-trodden path of most new hospitality ventures in Christchurch today, this recent winner of the ADNZ – Canterbury/Westland: Commercial Interior Design Award, The Birdwood is comfortably nestled into the heart of suburban Beckenham. This re-purposed old building has two establishments consisting an eatery and a pizzeria. Both […]
Riverside Eats: Riverside Market
Bringing figurative and literal life to the heart of the city is the remit of the Riverside Market, currently in the works within the central city. The new Riverside Market will be the centre of attention, but for all the right reasons, attracting people from near and far to the […]
African Influence: Leading the culinary charge
Asian flavours have been leading the culinary charge for the last few years, with vindaloo, Thai curry and sushi almost staples of the Kiwi diet. And, while Asian cuisine isn’t going anywhere, we’re looking to what’s next in spicy, flavourful, ethnic cuisine and it seems the big, bold flavours of Africa are […]
Addington’s local: Milieu
At 112 Wrights Road there is a well-known café that people in the Addington area flock to, Milieu. With freshly made scones and muffins, and stunning C4 Coffee made by great barristers, it’s no wonder its reputation for the place to meet for business or pleasure is so highly respected. […]
On a Roll
The sweet little treat on everyone’s lips, Thai rolled ice cream – or stir-fried ice cream – is the latest in a long line of street food inspired selections to hit the culinary consciousness. Throughout the world, small ice cream parlours are drawing big crowds, to watch as clever artisan […]
Josh Emett’s Long Lunch: Q&A with Josh Emett
This year’s Veuve Clicquot Long Lunch at Rata in Queenstown celebrated 200 years of the champagne and featured the theme Colourama. One of New Zealand’s most beloved celebrity chefs – Josh Emett – unleashed his culinary creativity on the prestigious event. I managed to get a few questions to the maestro himself. […]
To market to market: Markets around you
When the weekend hits and the sun is shining, there’s nothing more fun than taking a stroll and browsing the stalls at your nearest market. Luckily for you, North Canterbury is the home to a wide range of tasty and tempting options, from farmers’ markets to local arts and crafts […]
Hurunui Pleasures: Red Post Café
Spring is upon us and the pleasures of North Canterbury’s delights await, not only its beautiful vistas but the pleasures of the Red Post Café’s delicious food and coffee. On the journey to Hanmer there is a great place to stop in Culverden. It has a fantastic cathartic old-style cottage […]
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 […]
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 […]
