Grape Expectations: Melton Estate
Nestled comfortably on a 12-acre block on Weedons Ross Road, West Melton, Melton Estate is, at its heart, a modern restaurant and event venue, but it’s the boutique winery which is meeting the grape expectations of a loyal and growing patronage. Owner and wine afficionado Philip Caunter says that while […]
Peach Cobbler: Magnolia Table
If a warming winter dessert is on the culinary cards for you, make it this outstanding Peach Cobbler from Joanna Gaines’ latest book, Magnolia Table. PREP: 15 MINUTES COOK: 50 MINUTES INGREDIENTS: 4 cups sliced peeled fresh or frozen peaches 1¾ cups sugar 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking […]
Here comes the sun: Patisserie YAHAGI
Patisserie YAHAGI is a small family-run shop at Church Corner mall. Like many other small businesses, they worried about their future during the lockdown period. Owner-patissier, Eri Yahagi, considered other ways to provide her desserts and cakes such as using a delivery platform when the lockdown ended. But she knew […]
Helping Hospo
You could almost hear the collective sigh of relief from the country’s hospitality operators as we moved into Alert Level 1. Gathering restrictions have been removed and all current COVID-19 rules on businesses and services have lifted. The move to Level 1 means that many hospitality operators can now begin […]
Did you know?
Our house is the proud owner of a new air fryer and we don’t know why we didn’t buy one sooner. They’re quick and easy to use, great to clean and a healthier alternative to deep-frying with oil. It’s always fun to find inventive ways to use this little device. Our […]
Pork Stir-Fry: NZ Pork
There’s nothing like a classic pork stir fry in your culinary repertoire. It’s a simple, no-fuss recipe that the whole family will love. Prep time: 10 mins | Cook time: 10 mins | Serves 4 INGREDIENTS 400g NZ pork fillet, finely sliced 3 tbsp vegetable oil 1 tsp chilli flakes […]
Moroccan Charred Chicken Skewers with Herby Labneh: The Collective
Moroccan flavours are the ultimate way to add flavour to chicken and we’ve got a nice, easy recipe for you to follow. Ingredients: Labneh: • 400g tub The Collective Straight Up Unsweetened Yoghurt • 1 clove garlic, minced • ½ tsp dried oregano • ½ tsp dried thyme • Pinch […]
Longhurst’s luxe local: The Long Knight
The Long Knight is a family-friendly gastro pub with delicious meals and snacks to cater for most taste buds. Happily situated in the heart of the Longhurst and Knight Stream subdivisions, opposite the Longhurst Medical Centre, with outdoor seating overlooking Greenaway Park, it is an ideal place to relax and […]
Tavern ticks all of the boxes: The Elmwood Trading Company
Marty and Naomi Fuller are the proud owners of The Elmwood Trading Co., a locally loved tavern that has an amazing community around it. Metropol caught up with Marty about how they’ve been getting on since taking over the reins 22 months ago. With a massive grin on his face […]
One of life’s pleasures: Fiddlesticks
If eating is one of life’s pleasures then dining out is a delight and where better to reward yourself for good lockdown behaviour than inviting and stylish Fiddlesticks in the heart of the Arts Precinct? The cosy intimate dining spaces are complemented by the roaring fire in the courtyard outside. Open […]
