Tradition meets taste: The Bridge Prebbleton
One year into refining and reopening a bustling Prebbleton favourite, hospitality veterans Murray and Melissa Smith feel incredibly grateful. Sorely missed during its three-year-long closure and refurbishment, The Bridge welcomed Prebbleton locals and keen visitors when it opened its doors again. “What a year it has been,” says co-owner Melissa Smith. “From carefully […]
Let’s go crazy: Crazy Horse Hammersley
A joyful mix of cuisines and cultures, come for the food and stay for the experience. Craving steak and roast potatoes? Can’t stop thinking about Thai food? Fancy pizza or pasta? Look no further. At Crazy Horse Hammersley in Shirley, owners Jules and Jummi have embraced the spirit of creating a menu that […]
Relax, refresh: Dux Dine Bar
Introducing the spot to soak up the last of summer. Eat, drink, socialise – Dux Dine Bar and Restaurant at 28 Riccarton Road blends relaxed garden charm with top-quality food, making it the destination for sunny catch-ups, weekend celebrations, and long lunches that stretch into the evening. This Christchurch favourite offers an inviting […]
Mike Pero’s protein-packed brekky bowl
Entrepreneur, businessman, and family man Mike Pero took his cholesterol into his own hands after a heart health scare. He eats clean and with purpose from Monday to Friday, sharing one of his favourite ‘ritual’ recipes – this chia protein breakfast bowl. INGREDIENTS 2 dessert spoons chia seeds 1 tsp pumpkin seeds 1 […]
The 5-minute feel-good bowl
Ready to nail your health goals in 2026? This superfood salad does the trick. Local holistic wellness coach and yoga teacher Alex Ballagh shares this salad recipe with a detox dressing. “I give this recipe to most of my private clients because it’s so good. The rocket and lemon support the liver and […]
Choc-dipped almond and pepita bars
A healthy pick-me-up snack for taking to work or popping in the kids’ school lunchbox, these gluten-free nutty bars deliver a fix of healthy fats and a sustained energy boost. INGREDIENTS – Makes: 16 | Prep time: 15 mins | Cook time: 30 mins 1 cup white sesame seeds 1/2 cup pepitas (pumpkin […]
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