Add passion to your diet
From now through until July, a summer favourite, passionfruit is readily available to create exciting cuisine, or just eat on its own. About 50 species are native to New Zealand, Australia, the Pacific and South East Asia. In culinary creations, it pairs well with bananas, blackcurrants, coconut (toasted), gooseberry, kiwifruit, lemons, limes, mango, […]
A fitting feast: Twentyfour Catering Co
After summer holidaying and the chance to spend quality time together, many couples may find themselves engaged, and in a position to start planning a wedding. The mantra of Twentyfour Catering is “have kit, will travel”. They specialise in weddings across the South Island, offering customised menus and personal attention to each couple. […]
Mouth-watering Mediterranean: Mosiac by Simo
Full of flavour and bursting with spices and herbs, Mediterranean cuisine is known for its use of fresh plant-foods, tender meats and aromatic seasoning. From Boccadillos to Dolmades, Moroccan Lamb and Paella – the cuisine spans Morocco, Greece, and Turkey, to name a few. Traditional dishes are known to be super healthy and […]
Pies above and beyond: Japanz Bakery
Nothing beats the moment you bite into a perfectly crafted pie. This humble yet versatile food is suitable to eat any time of the day (breakfast pie anyone?), and the best ones have crispy, golden pastry that’s stuffed with a delicious filling – pure bliss. It’s important to remember though, not all pies […]
Elegance at its finest: Mona Vale
Create unforgettable memories in the heart of the historic Mona Vale Homestead. The Homestead embodies sophisticated elegance and provides a breath-taking background for any wedding style. With its pristine white Hampton chairs and lawn games, it is no wonder that this venue is highly sought after by many brides and grooms. The Homestead […]
Buzzing over mead: The Buzz Club
Mead is an alcoholic honey drink that’s recently gained huge popularity – understandably so, it’s delicious. While it’s come a long way over the years, the ethos of mead production has remained relatively unchanged since medieval times; that is, using fermented honey as the base. As you can imagine, mead can be delightfully sweet, […]
Put the fun in events: The Elmwood Trading Company
As we settle back into another year, it is time to finally organise all of those catch-ups, both business and leisure, that were put off during the silly season. The Elmwood Trading Co continues to grow, a popular local escape for food and warm fuzzies. Proud owners, Marty and Naomi Fuller provide Christchurch […]
Love bites
Valentine’s Day doesn’t need to be a huge affair, and neither should treating someone be confined to just one day of the year. Red is the colour of love, and can be used in a variety of ways, every day, to show someone you love them. Here are some quick and easy suggestions: […]
Pancake perfection
Having pancakes for breakfast is a weekend classic from times gone by, but still popular if you have the time. Swapping bacon for berries is a healthier option, and using buttermilk instead of regular milk, ensures light, fluffy pancakes. This is a recipe which originated with Annabel Langbein, but has been adapted slightly. […]
Feeling good: No. 4 Bar and Restaurant
Kiwis are all about conviviality, throw in long summer days and we are there – flocking to eateries to catch up with friends and whanau and making the most of the good life. Naturally, the most popular venues are those that tick all the boxes, an indoor/outdoor flow, spaciousness, ambience and plenty of […]
