Daytime delicacies: Easteat
Is lunch the new dinner? This time of year can see us leaving for work before the sun rises and returning home after it has set. It stands to reason that the middle of the day needs to be the highlight. Lunch should be a delicious interlude that jolts us out of our […]
Bowls of comfort: Tanoshi
Finding an inner-city sanctuary that offers a cosy, homey feeling is a great way to press pause on the hustle and find your zen again. Located in Christchurch’s city centre, Tanoshi is a Japanese restaurant offering an authentic Osaka-style dining experience. The range of traditional meals includes donburi and ramen to bento boxes […]
Instant pick-me-up: Chocolate mug cake
Need instant indulgence? This microwave chocolate mug cake steps in to serve our sugar cravings when we need a quick lift. INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup flour 1/8 cup sugar 2 Tbsp cocoa powder 1/8 tsp baking powder 3 Tbsp milk 2 Tbsp oil (such as avocado, rice bran or coconut). 1/2 tsp vanilla 1-2 […]
Gingerbread cookies: Good Bitches Baking cookbook recipe
From the Good Bitches Baking cookbook, local baker Judith Varga shares her recipe for Mézeskalács – often translated as ‘gingerbread’ but directly translating to ‘honey cake’. INGREDIENTS | Makes 100 250g honey 300g butter 300g light brown sugar 3+1 eggs (keep the last egg for glazing, optional) 1kg flour 2 tsp baking soda […]
A batch a day: Good Bitches Baking
Baking is a mechanism in spreading kindness – and one Canterbury charity celebrating their 10th birthday has delivered more than 20,000 batches of made-with-love treats to communities in need. “The purpose of Good Bitches Baking is to bring a slice of sweetness into someone’s day who is having a difficulty,” Sally Clarke says. […]
Serving culture and connection: Manila Grill
Filled with wonderful flavours and colours, Filipino food is known for crafting dining experiences that delight the senses. Christchurch is lucky enough to host an authentic restaurant – one that began as a family-run labour of love. Today, it has expanded to bring the joy of this cuisine to those who enjoy soul […]
Your favourite fare: Rustic Cafe & Tapas Bar Hanmer Springs
Well-known for its variety, Hanmer Springs attracts both thrill seekers and active relaxers. One Spanish-style tapas bar caters to the energy of every visitor. Under the new ownership of Ravi Sharma and Raj Singh, both highly experienced in hospitality, this Hanmer Springs destination on Conical Hill Rd is set to expand on its […]
Food. Friends. Feeling: Insitu Cafe
A truly local café has a charm that invites customers to stay for more than just a short time. In Hillsborough lies a perfect such retreat. Bright and open, INSITU Cafe offers plenty of eclectic sofas, chairs and tables to perch at surrounded by a modern mix of décor and artwork. Owner Rohit […]
Fisherman’s hash recipe
Looking for something a bit special to eat with loved ones for a Matariki brunch? You can’t go wrong with this delicious dish. Reflecting this year’s Matariki theme of celebrating the waters and oceans, this fish dish is also a great weekend lunch or light dinner. A poached egg on top is a […]
Nourish your body and soul: Saket Indian Restaurant
Indian cuisine is a firm favourite here in Christchurch. The popularity of Indian restaurants and takeaways shows no signs of slowing down, with standout restaurants going from strength to strength. A case in point is the popular Saket Indian Restaurant. A well-known name in Christchurch’s culinary scene, Saket recently opened its third location […]
