A crazy good time: Crazy Horse Hammersley
When culture and cuisine combine, good times usually follow. When loved ones surround you, the celebration continues. Establishing itself as one of the city’s favourite venues, Crazy Horse Hammersley is becoming a go-to for entertainment and high energy. Share good times with friends and family, and delectable eats. Authentic Thai cuisine is blended […]
Summer dining summed up: Dux Dine
Fresh flavours, paired with taste-quenching cocktails, shared with friends and family is part of what summer is all about. Enjoy all this and more at one special oasis on Riccarton Road, encapsulating the feel of a European summer without you having to jump on a plane. At Dux Dine, sit with the sun […]
Miso salmon salad
This salad is like an illusion – filled with umami flavours that come with so many hidden health benefits to refuel and restore your gut balance. A bed of high-fibre greens set the base, while salmon’s collagen, vitamins, and fatty acids boost gut health and help digestion and inflammation. Good fats, fibre-dense, and […]
Summer socialising: Sprig + Fern Merivale
Summer, Santa, and the much-anticipated holiday season are preparing for their grand entrance. It’s time to enjoy the social season. Whether it is a work or social group event, or a catch-up with family or friends, the welcoming atmosphere at the Sprig + Fern in Merivale makes it an ideal spot to meet. […]
Luscious treats: Go Nuts on Donuts
Doughnuts are considered delectable treats; every bite a taste of pure delight. We tend to think of them as soft round balls or rings, but a local baker has come up with a unique take on these popular indulgences. “For the first time in Christchurch there are now doughnut birthday or wedding anniversary […]
A brand new buzz: Drink BEE
Whether you’re wetting your whistle before heading off to a summer festival, or sharing a few quiet drinks in the backyard with a group of good friends, the drink of the moment is surely a cold and refreshing alcoholic soda. If you’re looking for something to scratch that itch, then look no further […]
In the heart of St Albans: Ristretto Cafe
Fresh flavours, friendly vibes and exceptional coffee are all to be had in one convenient location, right in the heart of St Albans. Look no further than Ris’tretto café at 670 Barbadoes Street. Their signature Ris’tretto Espresso No.1 House Blend, roasted by Andrew Weir at the Waikuku Beach roastery, delivers a smooth, full-bodied […]
Everyday eats & holiday treats: Mandeville Street Kitchen
Tasty treats are always on the menu at a popular Mandeville St café, whether you want breakfast, morning tea, lunch, something special to take home, or office catering. Food is prepared fresh daily at Mandeville Street Kitchen, using owner Sarah-Jane and her team’s tried and true recipes, just like grandmother used to make. […]
Fresh faces & flavours: The Pedal Pusher Rolleston
A short drive from Christchurch, one of Rolleston’s favourite restaurants has become a popular spot for families and friends to gather and enjoy seasonal dishes. It is so good that everyone keeps coming back for more. With local events bringing together the community, this restaurant has truly found its place at the heart […]
Go gut-healthy
Cup Week, and events season in general, can be a trying one for our bodies, especially the gut.’ In fact, the time we’re inching closer to, dubbed ‘the silly season’, is a danger zone for maintaining good gut health. Days spent indulging in fruity cocktails and classic favourites, delicious spreads and plates of […]
