On with the show: Crowne Plaza’s Market Place Restaurant
No matter how magnificent the show, the evening isn’t complete without perfect pre-theatre dining. The divine Market Place Restaurant at Crowne Plaza is just a five-minute walk from three of Christchurch’s premier performance venues: Isaac Theatre Royal, Christchurch Town Hall, and The Piano. Market Place’s popular pre-theatre menu is available […]
Plant-based power players: Green Dinner Table
We’re craving convenience; and plant-based convenience, it seems, is at the top of the agenda, as we increasingly seek the simplicity of this lifestyle choice. Heading the change – and making it a much more palatable journey – are Cole Stacey and Tom Riley – who are delivering plant-based food boxes across […]
Bringing the ritz to Rangiora: Ivory Bar
It is quite simply a gorgeous space redolent of 1920s New York, with its art deco wallpapers, stunning copper ceilings and chandeliers. This is the Ivory Bar in the heart of Rangiora, a reincarnation of one of Canterbury’s few surviving heritage buildings – the former Northern A&P Society premises. A […]
Delightful degustation: Original Sin
On 12 September two of the South Island’s finest chefs, one international bon vivant, five rare vintage pinot noirs, ten tantalising dishes and one great cause will come together for the first dinner of the Old School Chef’s Dinner Series: ‘Perfect Pinots’. Original Sin’s upbeat ambience and immaculate interior will […]
The boast of Beckenham: The Birdwood Eatery
It’s no exaggeration to say that The Birdwood Eatery and Pizzeria truly is in the ‘heart of Beckenham’, for this is an eatery with a big personality, dedicated to building strong connections with its clientele by providing food that is local, fresh and flavoursome. The team at The Birdwood is […]
Ethical dairy: Charing Cross Sheep Dairy
Looking for ‘Simpler, Smarter, Kinder’ dairy food? Try Charing Cross Sheep Dairy’s stunning product range. At the farm near Darfield, underneath the Southern Alps, the Trafford family produces a range of sheep milk products – yoghurt, kefir, soft and hard cheeses, fresh milk and gelato – from their 200 East-Friesian […]
Chilli Pork Fried Noodles Recipe
Like a little spice in your life? Try these Chilli Pork Fried Noodles – a wholesome, healthy dish packing a seriously palatable punch! INGREDIENTS 1 large packet fine dried egg noodles 400g NZ pork fillet or steaks, finely sliced 4 tbsp light soy sauce 4 tbsp Shaoxing wine (Chinese rice […]
The coolest events in town: The Rollin’ Pedaler
Why is it that when licking an ice cream, we instantly feel so darned good? James Wasley and Laura Proudman can answer that one. It was five years ago in a Stratford-Upon-Avon pub that a shared love for Mint Choc-Chip ice cream soon found James and Laura falling in love and setting […]
Raw Vegan Berry Cheesecake Recipe
Raw, vegan, gluten-free and naturally sweetened cheesecake needn’t be bland or boring. This recipe ticks all the delicious boxes. INGREDIENTS Crust 1/2 cup almonds 10 Medjool dates, pitted 2 tbsp coconut oil Filling 1 cup cashews 2 cups strawberries 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice 1/8 tsp vanilla 4 tbsp coconut […]
Making a sustainable statement
When Christchurch artist Joel Hart created the mural for a new café in Rangiora three years ago, a name for the café literally emerged from the artwork. So, ‘Fools of Desire’ was born, as was the next chapter of the fantastic hospitality journey – 12 years and counting – Elisa Leach and […]
