Asian fusion reaches for the stars: The Dish

Asian fusion dining is booming in Christchurch, and it’s easy to see why. By blending bold flavours and culinary techniques from across Asia, chefs are creating vibrant, flavoursome dishes that cater to a wide range of tastes and dietary needs. Whether you’re after a quick lunch, a pre-show dinner near the Town Hall, […]

6-ingredient sugar cookies

Some might say sugar and butter is sure to sweeten up a sour child. If so, then keep this easy sugar cookie recipe in your arsenal for a rainy day during the school holidays. Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened 2/3 cup sugar + 1/2 cup for rolling 2 cups flour 1 tsp vanilla […]

Icing sugar cookies

Have you and the kids made a pile of the sugar cookies from page 51? The next step is to turn them into edible works of art. Decorating sugar cookies is great for developing young imaginations, sparking creativity and keeping little hands busy. Make your sugar cookie icing A simple sugar icing really […]

Your plate date: Fiddlesticks Restaurant

Looking for a dining destination that elevates the everyday? You’ll find it in the city’s vibrant arts precinct. Step inside Fiddlesticks Restaurant and discover a venue where beautifully curated plates meet a sophisticated, welcoming atmosphere. The menu celebrates fresh local ingredients, delivering mouth-watering dishes for every palate. Devour a flavour-packed brunch, slowly sip […]

Fries fever: Makikihi Fries

There’s nothing better than gathering with friends and family when the social season rolls around – whether a backyard barbecue, a beach picnic, or an end-of-year celebration. No spread is complete without the unbeatable taste of Makikihi Fries, grown from the South Canterbury spud and enjoyed nationwide. “Made from premium Agria potatoes and […]

Function ready, guest friendly: The Redwood Hotel

Your destination for a complete celebration. Planning your dream wedding? The Redwood Hotel in Christchurch offers a warm, welcoming setting that makes celebrating your big day easy, elegant, and stress-free, all in one convenient location. From intimate gatherings to large-scale receptions, The Redwood has four versatile function rooms catering for six to 300 […]

5 foolproof cake favourites: Halswell Bakery

Serve your wedding guests a cake they’re sure to love, thanks to one popular local bakery. The beloved family-owned Halswell Bakery knows how important your wedding cake is, and comes with a team of skill and expertise to create the one of your dreams – from simple, elegant styles to beautifully rustic options. […]

Local Lincoln gem: The Sparrow

Serving refined fusion flavours, this neighbourhood eatery is already a firm favourite. Just seven months ago, The Sparrow spread its wings in the heart of Lincoln and is already a dining destination making locals proud. Born from the success of its sister restaurant Amore in Halswell, this is where fine dining meets the […]

The perfect partnership: The Hilltop x 5th Street

After years of extensive renovations, Brent and Kim Robertson stood at The Hilltop, admiring the view while enjoying a celebratory glass of bubbles, and asked the big question: who’s going to do this place justice? The answer was obvious: 5th Street Restaurant. It’s a partnership that makes sense. The Hilltop has the jaw-dropping […]

The taste you love: Cocoa Black

Enjoy your favourite local neighbourhood café in unique locations all across the city. With Cocoa Black, your local coffee is always just around the corner. Seven locations across Christchurch means your favourite can be enjoyed anywhere. Café owner Yong Ren says he didn’t imagine opening multiple cafés. “I never planned to open more […]