Fusing flavours

If a trip to the Pacific Islands isn’t on the cards this year, try bringing those flavours to you, fusing them with your favourite foods. Culture is what makes so many cuisines popular, and local tastebuds are drooling for the fusion of Pacific, Asian, and Māori cuisine, thanks to Karen Hattaway’s Manu Restaurant […]

The making of a master chef: Sunshine Cafe & Moonlight Bar

Food is joy, it brings people together. In Pegasus, a new café by day and bar by night serves delicious eats and an ever-changing experience thanks to one passionate chef. Tim Koh, owner and head chef of Sunshine Cafe & Moonlight Bar on Tahuna Street, discovered a love for cooking in university. Throwing […]

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. […]