Passionate about pickles: The Picklery
Amongst the quality range of locally-produced, gourmet wholesalers at the Wigram Pantry Collective, you’ll find Gordon’s ‘The Picklery.’ From tangy gherkin relish or long slice, cross slice, crinkle cut and whole gherkins, to delectable chilli and honey, old school and posh party pickled onions to make that platter extra-special – […]
The Gift of Music
In life, there are the watchers and the do-ers. Local violinist and composer Fiona Pears most certainly fits into the latter, perhaps best illustrated by her upcoming concert, from which all proceeds are going to support our city’s most vulnerable. Long recognising the increasing number of homeless in Christchurch, Fiona […]
Unexpected International Style: Station Road
When you step into the lobby of a grand hotel, it makes you feel good, excited. It’s a special feeling. “What is it about the interior design, furniture and fixings that creates that inspired feeling?” asks Gavin How, Showroom Manager at Station Road Home. “We like to bring something of […]
Hospo Help for Alcohol Licensing: Alcohol Consulting Group
A successful hospitality business in the 21st century requires not just the magic mix of taste and style with an acute business sense, but also a deep knowledge of the regulatory environment. The Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act, 2012 considerably increased the responsibilities of hospitality owners. With an overarching […]
Seeing the city sights: Caroline’s Kombi Tours
They say good things come in small packages, which rings true for our beautiful city and is also one of the reasons why Caroline’s Kombi Tours are so popular. Providing a unique and fun way to explore Christchurch, one of the wonderful things about a Kombi Van is its small […]
Maximising your investment: Grassam Real Estate
How do you choose the right agent to sell your home and what should you expect from them? Real estate specialist Juline Grassam makes some suggestions. “For most people selling their home means selling their most important asset,” Juline says. “Homeowners are all interested in the same thing – maximising their […]
Only the best! Rossendale Vineyard
Only the best is good enough for the team at specialist wedding and event venue, Rossendale Vineyard. They are constantly looking for ways to improve their already consummate service to clients. “We have made a small change to our name to make it trip off the tongue more easily,” says […]
Extending veterinary knowledge base: Ourvets
Ourvets is excited to welcome Dr Angela Hartman, a Veterinary Radiology Specialist. In January, the Ourvets team welcomed Angela in order, to provide a specialist referral service to Christchurch and the wider Canterbury area. Angela is the only Veterinary Specialist Radiologist in the South Island and already offers her advanced skill […]
The key to vital independence: More Mobility
Owning a scooter has been a lifeline for Brian Parke, enabling him to meet friends and enjoy getting out and about in his community. Twenty years ago, the 78-year-old Akaroa local suffered a stroke which subsequently reduced his mobility. Following rehabilitation, the introduction of his first scooter from More Mobility […]
Capturing creativity & innovation: The Cathedral Grammar School
Set in the figurative and literal heart of the city, The Cathedral Grammar School captures creativity and innovation both through its physical incarnation, and through a unique structure that is designed to get the very best out of each and every student. In much the same way as the world-leading […]
