The manor gets gold: Eliza’s Manor
The history of Eliza’s Manor spans three centuries and their most recent achievement is being awarded the coveted 5-star gold status via Qualmark. A Gold Qualmark Award recognises the best sustainable tourism businesses in New Zealand, with the delivery of exceptional customer experiences an integral part of everything they do. Their beautiful bar […]
Fish and kale laksa soup
Courtesy of Nicola Galloway “Soup for dinner is not unusual in our house. I think it is the one-pot-meal aspect I love so much, plus the layering of flavours and textures. Although this laksa can be eaten all year round, it is particularly good as the weather cools down. The aim with this […]
Fish a healthy dish
Numerous scientific studies have shown that omega-3 fatty acids have healthy benefits such as reducing the risk of heart disease, depression, dementia, and arthritis. The three main types of omega-3 fatty acids are called ALA, DHA, and EPA. Plant sources, such as nuts and seeds, are rich in ALA, while fish, seaweed, and […]
Sliced and diced
Veggie prep can get a bit stock standard during a busy work week and inspiration can run a little dry by Thursday night. We have curated a collection of nifty kitchen gadgets that will make veggies more fun for children, or help create a healthy alternative to your usual carb picks, while also […]
Love of lemons: Ali’s Lemons
A love of fine food, family gatherings, all things Italian, and fresh, high-quality ingredients combine in perfect harmony for this Canterbury entrepreneur. Food enthusiast, business owner and chief whip, designer and bottle washer, Ali McGregor is the founder of Ali’s Lemons. A childhood immersed in the traditions of farming, gathering with friends and […]
Let the drinks beGIN: Juniper Distillery
Sean Juniper was not a spirit drinker until he decided to make his own gin. “Having the surname Juniper, was a major factor in deciding to make gin. My wife rightly pointed out that we didn’t enjoy gin, so I decided to make one that we did. Having brewed beer for years, I […]
Delicious, fresh fare: Urban Revival
We’re all foodies at heart and it’s great to know that we have plenty of choice, and not just in the central city. The growing hub of Silverstream is home to one innovative, fully licensed eatery where fresh is best, and as local as possible. Urban Revival is open seven days a week […]
Simply irresistible: Gordon’s Pickles
This is a story of the enticing allure of the pickled onion. Picture The Picklery at Gordon’s as two customers enter… “It’s a personal crisis,” the man says as he heads to the shelves filled with product. “We’ve run out of pickled onions!” He selects a jar of onions and leaves the shop […]
Great DIY coffee: Coffee Worx
During the past two years, Covid-19 restrictions have resulted in many people working and socialising from home, and not being able to just pop out for morning coffee. This has taught coffee lovers that having a good supply of quality coffee at hand is essential. Kiwis love their coffee and the restrictions have […]
Chocolate sour cream cake: Riverstone Kitchen
Ingredients 3 cups plain flour 3 cups caster sugar ½ cup cocoa powder 2 tsp baking soda ¾ tsp baking powder ¾ tsp salt 3 free-range eggs, at room temperature 250ml lukewarm water 250g sour cream, warmed slightly 125g unsalted butter Method Preheat oven to 160°C. Sift dry ingredients into the bowl of […]
