Chinese dining hotspot: Taichi Restaurant
Using the same techniques and recipes perfected by their Cantonese ancestors, Christchurch restaurant, Taichi, has developed a popular and loyal following. The chefs at the Chinese dining hotspot, conveniently located at Spitfire Square, prepare only the freshest herbs and vegetables, many of which are grown locally at the family farm. […]
Scarborough’s hidden gem: Ocean Café and Bar
At the end of the Christchurch coastal pathway, Ocean Café and Bar is a true hidden gem. Park your car in Ferrymead, Redcliffs or Sumner Village, stroll along the esplanade towards Scarborough Hill, and there it is. Don’t let the weather deter you from discovering Ocean’s delicious food, service and […]
The Shrinking Violet
Elora Harre may to many be The Shrinking Violet by name after a well-documented 55kg weight loss journey, but with almost 50,000 Facebook followers, she’s certainly no shrinking violet by nature. The Christchurch-born beauty was just 19 years old when health concerns related to her weight started her on a […]
Keto Peanut Butter Blondies: Two Ways!
Every time I go keto, I always want a sweet fix at some point. Over the years I’ve really tried it all! But this delicious recipe ticks so many of the boxes. I feel like it’s pretty hard to get it wrong when you’re combining peanut butter and chocolate. Or peanut butter […]
Classic nostalgic nosh: Purple Weka Cafe and Bar
Remember those traditional, tummy satisfying meals from childhood that made winter wickedly wonderful? Purple Weka Café & Bar is the place to go to reconnect with those delectable dishes we’ve all but forgotten. For that perfect weekend treat, sip a wine while savouring old-time favourites like lamb’s fry and bacon […]
A burger bonanza: Boulder Burgers
At 8 Crisholm Crescent in the new Boulder Point Precinct at the wonderful Hanmer Springs is a 1950s American style diner, designing burgers with both American and Kiwi interpretations. Why not try the ‘New Zealamb’; battered roast lamb, tomato jam and onion rings in a customised burger bun (fresh from […]
Asian crème de la crème: Hoi An House
The flavours we crave now are fresh, tasty and exotic. Some of us are on a health kick, flexitarian, or looking for plant-based food, but all of us love the light, fragrant and just plain irresistible tastes of modern Asian cuisine. Street food is currently king and there is nowhere […]
The reinvention of veganism: Green Dinner Table
With veganism on the rise globally, Green Dinner Table is dedicated to making sure a plant-based diet is easily accessible to Cantabrians; healthy, quick to prepare and, above all, delicious. Christchurch friends Tom Riley and Cole Stacey set up the business in 2016 and are excited to soon launch the […]
Monday Room Magic
It’s been a very merry month of May at The Monday Room, for they are in a triumphant frame of mind and are intent on celebration right through to June! With buildings coming down and new buildings rising around them post quakes, this valiant dining establishment has staunchly remained open […]
Vegetables take centre stage
Meat and three vege has long been a staple of Kiwi dinners, but it seems the culinary tables are turning. Vegetables are increasingly taking centre stage and not just for the vegetarians amongst us. We seem to be more open to a variety of vegetables that were once considered undesirable […]
