Classic rural cuisine: Cafe Mayfield
Expansive, eye-catching views stretch between Christchurch and Geraldine along the scenic route 72. Nestled within, a delightful little country town awaits. Mayfield sits an hour and a half from Christchurch – a drive well worth a day trip. Find true country hospitality at Cafe Mayfield. With a story to tell, the family-owned premises evolved from […]
A true country treasure: Dandelion and Clover
The dream for a country café started with just $50 in the back pocket. How do you launch a business on a shoestring? Dandelion and Clover founder Jenny Swift credits a small team of supporters for the treasure her West Melton café has become. In just seven months, the café has established itself for the […]
Halswell’s reimagined gathering place: The Halswell
Spotting the huge untapped potential of a fading pub favourite means Halswell has a new luxury local. For years, a historic and familiar landmark on the corners of Halswell and Nicholls Roads had grown tired and in desperate need of love. It sparked an idea in Christchurch businessman Max Bremner’s mind. As Christchurch’s largest, fastest […]
Potato gnocchi with mushroom cream
Christchurch’s hospitality scene is known for delectable dishes filled with flavour and premium ingredients — from Market Place’s executive chef Ritvik Saini, this vegan and gluten-free creation on their Prix Fixe menu is no exception. Gnocchi 690g mashed potato 153g gluten-free flour 10g table salt 16.9g olive oil Peel and steam the potatoes until tender. […]
Down to earth eats: Purple Weka Cafe
Seasonal food crafted with love into healthy and delicious taste sensations – can you get any closer to classic Kiwi cuisine? The holy grail of a full licence means bubbles with brunch or a beer with your burger. Find all of this and more at Purple Weka Cafe and Bar, a Fitzgerald Ave favourite for […]
A season to celebrate: Chateau on the Park
Warm up winter with indulgent dining and great company by the park in the heart of the city. When the days are short and the nights are crisp, there’s no better time to gather the people you love. Mid-winter is the perfect excuse to press pause, reconnect, and celebrate at Chateau on the Park – […]
The perfect match beer & fries: Makikihi Fries and Wigram Brewing Co
Beer and fries: a classic pairing that offers a delicious contrast of flavours and textures, and a favourite treat for peckish punters. So you could say that Makikihi Fries and Wigram Brewing Company neighbouring each other is a match made in culinary heaven. Wigram’s Hangar 57 Fillery and Taproom, which has been in production since […]
Hassle-free hosting: The Good Home Pegasus
Kicking up your heels and basking in compliments for food, beverages, service, and ambience – that’s the feeling every host dreams of at their function. It’s a feeling hard to come by, yet easy for The Good Home Pegasus to create. For every event on the calendar – family gatherings, work dos, celebrations, and fundraisers […]
Mulled wine NZ pork with red cabbage casserole
Mulled wine NZ pork melts in your mouth in this hearty and spicy slow-cooker dish. INGREDIENTS 1.4kg boneless NZ pork shoulder, rind removed (look for the PigCare™ and 100% New Zealand Pork, Bacon and Ham labels) 3 star anise 2 cinnamon sticks 2 teaspoons caraway seeds 6 whole cloves 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, chopped coarsely […]
Classic apple pie
With an elegant lattice top, this apple pie is classic comfort food at its finest. Sweet buttery pastry complements a spiced apple filling for a delicious rustic treat. INGREDIENTS | Serves 8 6 large apples, peeled and diced 3 Tbsp butter 1 cup brown sugar 1 cup white sugar, plus extra for sprinkling 1 Tsp […]
