Climbing high – 27 Steps
Fine wining and dining doesn’t come any finer than this long-standing New Regent Street fixture. A few months ago, my husband and I wandered into 27 Steps on New Regent Street looking to have dinner and a glass of wine before heading to the theatre. We hadn’t booked, and the place was packed. […]
Flame, flavour and Southern fire: Texas Grill
Whether it’s the fire in their belly thanks to the 4.8-star standard marked on their first birthday, or the flame that creates their their signature Texas flavour, the team behind this Hereford Street steakhouse is serving up the quality cuisine Christchurch is known for. “It’s been a rollercoaster,” say gratified owners Arshad Upadhye […]
Win it! High Tea table for four: Crowne Plaza Christchurch
Mark a special occasion, treat yourself to divine dining, or embrace a moment of luxury, here’s how to win the ultimate High Tea table for four. Draped in crisp white tablecloths, elevated by gleaming gold-tiered stands… high tea at Crowne Plaza Christchurch invites guests to slow down and delight in the details. With […]
Ashburton welcome: Formosa
One family-run eatery in Ashburton offers comforting soul food and sharing-style Asian dishes to bring people together. Dining out should delight the senses every time. When we gather together over something to eat, we want to feel joyful and uplifted, but also relaxed and a bit spoilt. Ashburton is home to a restaurant […]
Japanese comfort food: Tanoshi
A hot, hearty bowl of ramen – umami flavour, rich broth and all – is the ultimate winter meal. Warm up from the inside out with Tanoshi’s winter menu, a restaurant borne from the traditions of authentic Japanese cuisine and infused with modern convenience. Famous for their build-your-own ramen, your bowl of goodness […]
Fond of Fondue
The 1970s Swiss dinner party favourite is making a comeback. Metropol writer Lucy Brewer investigates. Sometimes, being really cheesy is a good thing. Fondue is one of those times. Originating in 18th-century Switzerland, when peasants melted ageing cheeses with wine to stretch resources through winter, this classic sharing dish was a staple at […]
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