Functioning with flair: Crowne Plaza Christchurch
From Champagne dreams to boardroom schemes, Crowne Plaza Christchurch knows how to seamlessly create a memorable event for all. As one of the top hotels with conference facilities in Christchurch, a range of event spaces, delicious catering, and a prime CBD location, it’s the perfect choice for your next function. And now, with […]
Unwrap your festive package: Chateau on the Park
As the holiday season approaches, it’s time to start planning those memorable end-of-year celebrations. What better place to revel in the festivities than at the Chateau on the Park, where seven exquisite event spaces, private gardens, stunning water features, and an iconic heritage building await you. With its unique Canterbury charm, the Chateau […]
Foodie heaven: Treat NZ
New Zealand’s “coolest foodie club”. That certainly has a ring to it and who doesn’t have a hankering to be cool, hip, and knowledgeable when it comes to food. This is the express aim of Treat NZ, an online service created to support and promote local eateries countrywide, and to help foodies find […]
Catering with class: Halswell Bakery
No matter what special event you’re planning, a work event, birthday party or a special get-together, having fresh delicious catering is essential. Food is often the star of an event, bringing everyone together and creating joy and chatter among guests. Fortunately for your event, the talented team at Halswell Bakery have your food […]
Awesome avocados
Plentiful at this time of year, avocados are delicious, and nutritious, on their own, or in any number of culinary dishes, from simple to sublime. Avocados contain a wide range of nutrients and may have various health benefits. These include improving digestion, lowering the risk of depression, preventing bone loss, supporting heart health, […]
Avo coffee smoothie
Avocados are plentiful at the moment, and delicious on their own, in salads, as guacamole, a smoothie or even made into a vegan ice-cream. This popular Indonesian recipe works well as a morning smoothie with a built-in caffeine fix, or a rich, creamy dessert with a drizzle of chocolate. Ingredients: 1 cup (240ml) […]
Cooking for change: My Home Chef
Rita Yosef didn’t know her home cooking business would benefit so many lives when she began. When the mother of a special needs daughter approached her, the decision was easy, and Rita began providing cooking classes to facilitate pathways for disabled communities into the hospitality industry. “It’s not just a job for me. […]
One pot creamy mushroom pasta
Ingredients 4 cloves garlic 225g Swiss Brown mushrooms 2 Tbsp butter 1/8 Tsp salt 1/8 Tsp pepper 225g fettuccine 2.5 cups vegetable broth 1/3 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup grated Parmesan Prep 10 minutes – Cook 20 minutes – Serves 4 Mince the garlic and slice the mushrooms. Add the butter and garlic […]
Cheers to the hop: House of Hop
Small-batch craft beers are extremely popular. They are invariably more flavourful, with better texture and dimension than mass-produced beers. In Geraldine, beer drinkers are being treated to the diversity of beer styles and taste profiles, produced at local brewery and restaurant, House of Hop, just outside of town on the road to Fairlie. […]
Mmmm… margarita!
Margaritas are an excellent accompaniment for guacamole, and also considered a classic Mexican cocktail. A classic margarita is a delightful tangy blend of tequila, fresh lime juice, Triple Sec, and sweet and sour mix. Frozen is even better so check out this recipe, which pairs well with tacos, guacamole and corn chips, or […]
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